A while back, one of my children, Alex, was going through a tough phase where he felt he wasn’t as “popular” as he desired. Rather than delve into the complexities of popularity or its implications, the essence of the situation was that my typically charming and sociable child was sensing a distance from some of his friends. This led to him becoming irritable and a bit reactive.
We engaged in the usual conversations about social dynamics—who said what, who did this or that, and how one’s attitude can influence how others perceive them. After some back-and-forth, I devised a small exercise. I asked Alex to think of several individuals—friends, family, a teacher—and respond with the first three words that came to mind for each person. The responses flowed easily: “funny,” “smart,” “energetic,” “a bit show-offy,” and “kind.”
Then I posed a thought-provoking question: “When people hear your name or see you walk into a room, what three words would you want them to associate with you?” He paused, considering his answer. Eventually, he suggested words like “funny, cool, and interesting,” all of which I could easily envision describing him. However, I gently nudged him to reflect on whether these were the impressions people might currently have of him, given his recent behavior. He admitted they might not be.
We discussed how the words he chose could resonate more accurately with how he viewed himself and how he wished to be perceived by others. I encouraged him to examine his self-image and how it aligned with the perceptions he wanted to cultivate. This conversation, while guided by me, allowed Alex the space to explore his feelings and insights. It was a constructive dialogue rather than a lecture, making it more impactful.
While I anticipate there will be more ups and downs, and I might find myself losing patience with my children later in the day, I cherished the outcome of that exchange. More importantly, Alex did too. Moments like this are worth acknowledging and perhaps celebrating quietly once the children are tucked in for the night.
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In summary, fostering open communication with children, especially during challenging emotional periods, can lead to meaningful self-reflection and growth.
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