TOOLS FOR FAMILIES
When it comes to stress and wellbeing, we all have our own, personal strategies. This toolbox gives you and your family different options to choose from. Try them out to see what works best for you!
Most of these activities only take a couple minutes. If you practice them when things are calm and settled, it will be easier to use them when you need them.
A Family Resilience Crest
Take some time to share your thoughts about what makes your family resilient!
HELPING HANDS
Remind yourselves of the big and small things you do for each other every day!
3 QUICK MELTDOWN FIXES
Try these quick fixes that help children regain a sense of control when anger or anxiety take over…
COMFORTING OTHERS CAN COMFORT YOU, TOO!
Can you remember comforting someone who was feeling sad, anxious or distressed? And can you remember how you felt afterwards?
Doing art makes space for new ideas
In times of crisis, our bodies and minds are often on the alert for potential threats. This is why it takes extra effort to pay attention to things beyond what we are worried, anxious or angry about. This extra effort is worthwhile!
3 PLAYFUL WAYS TO MANAGE STRESS
When children are stressed out, they’re much more open for helpful activities than for long explanations. Try these games and see how they work!
How to make the most of our toolkit
Your body has a natural ability to regulate stress. Read about how you can use it to make the most of our toolkit.
