Set aside time every day to talk together and share feelings about the day. If possible, dedicate a specific time (for example, right before bedtime or at a meal) to reflect on and talk about the day.
When your child is having a tough moment, it can be helpful for them to take a short break to calm down, recharge, or refocus. This can mean getting up to get a drink of water, sitting quietly for a few minutes, and/or doing a relaxing stretch or deep breathing activity. Practicing coping strategies like these with you in calmer moments helps your child learn how to deal with strong emotions and difficult challenges on their own.