When you ask your child, When did you feel left out or lonely today? #shorts

Loneliness is a tough feeling—but it gets lighter when it’s shared. 💔✨ When you ask your child, “When did you feel left out or lonely today?” you’re doing something incredibly powerful: you’re giving them permission to talk about the moments that hurt. Kids often keep feelings of exclusion tucked away—sometimes because they’re embarrassed, sometimes because they don’t want to worry us, and sometimes because they’re not sure their feelings matter. This simple, compassionate question tells your child: Your feelings are real. Your heart matters. And I’m here for all of it. Talking openly about loneliness helps kids understand that it’s a normal human emotion—not a sign that something is “wrong” with them. It strengthens their emotional vocabulary, builds resilience, and opens the door for conversations about friendships, boundaries, empathy, and belonging. And when kids know they can come to you with the heavy stuff, they’re more likely to reach out—not just today, but for years to come. 💞 Ask this gently today… their answer might reveal something they’ve been carrying alone. #SocialEmotionalLearning #ConnectionMatters #EmpathyForKids #ParentingWisdom #PowerfulParenting #BigFeelings #RaisingResilientKids #DrRobyn

from Dr. Robyn Silverman
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TqaucEkL_qM