How to validate your child's emotions?

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By Akanksha Agnihotri, Delhi

Updated On Apr 09, 2023 02:42 pm IST

Check out the importance of emotional validation and provide tips for how parents can effectively validate their child's emotions.

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As parents, it's natural to want to protect our children from negative emotions and experiences. However, it's essential to remember that emotions are a natural part of life and a healthy way for children to express themselves. By validating our children's emotions, we can help them develop a positive self-image and learn how to handle difficult situations in a healthy way. Christel Estrada, Parenting Expert, shared ways to validate your child's emotions, on her recent Instagram post. (Pixabay)

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Give undivided attention: Take a break from all the distractions and listen to your kids when they are talking to you. Let them see that you are 100% invested in what they are going through and experiencing by what they can see.(Pixabay)

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Let them experience their emotions: Allow your child to experience their emotions rather then telling them what they should feel. You want to avoid phrases like "It wasn't that bad or stop being so sad about it" and use phrases like "I can see why you're upset or I'd feel the same way too"(Unsplash)

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Ask them open-ended questions: This helps you to understand your child and their situation. And when your kids respond, it can help them to process the situation, their reactions, and thoughts and even solve their problems.(Unsplash)

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Acknowledge their problem: Let them know you understand them and that their problems matter.(Unsplash)

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Empathize with them: Rather than trying to fix it all, let them know that it's okay to feel a certain way when something happens and that you will be there for them to help them through it.(Unsplash)

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Akanksha Agnihotri

Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas. Read Less ...Read More

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How to validate your child's emotions?

Check out the importance of emotional validation and provide tips for how parents can effectively validate their child's emotions.

Give undivided attention: Take a break from all the distractions and listen to your kids when they are talking to you. Let them see that you are 100% invested in what they are going through and experiencing by what they can see.(Pixabay)

Ask them open-ended questions: This helps you to understand your child and their situation. And when your kids respond, it can help them to process the situation, their reactions, and thoughts and even solve their problems.(Unsplash)

Acknowledge their problem: Let them know you understand them and that their problems matter.(Unsplash)

Empathize with them: Rather than trying to fix it all, let them know that it's okay to feel a certain way when something happens and that you will be there for them to help them through it.(Unsplash)

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