Keeping Our Balance

Hurtful Words

The power of vulnerability when we’re treated unkindly.

Creating safety invites openness and honesty.

Honoring agreements is a building block of trust.

Teaching the importance of making room for pain.

Guiding them to express anger effectively.

Helping them see things through the eyes of others.

Encouraging comfort with what’s natural.

Acceptable emotions versus unacceptable behaviors.

Talking to Kids You Love is written and created by Aaron Cooper, Ph.D., in collaboration with Marina Eovaldi, Ph.D., and Benjamin Rosen, Ph.D. The project is made possible by a generous grant from The Golub Family Foundation.