What to say to someone who is struggling

Helpful phrases when your child struggles with their feelings:

“I can see how much you are feeling about it right now.”
“I am here when you need me.”
“Would you like my help with this?”
“I care about you right now, no matter what is going on.”
“Would you like to find an emotion word to match those feelings?”
“On a scale of 0 to 10, where 10 is the most intense it has ever felt, where would you put those feelings right now?”
“I can see you are really trying your hardest with this right now.”
“You can say whatever you like about what you feel. I will still be here for you.”

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