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Seven ways to build resilience in your family
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e have all heard that resilience is important for a child’s wellbeing. A resilient child copes better with problems, bounces back from adversity and builds upon their strengths to adapt to a changing world. In addition to what children learn from teachers, storybooks and growth mindset journals, it’s important for parents to look for ways to demonstrate resilience at home, at school and in other environments. Parents are the first and most important example of a healthy response to anxiety-provoking situations. These days, families face a whole range of challenges compared to several decades ago. Here are seven ways to develop resilience subtly, which can be incorporated into everyday conversations and interactions amongst family members. 1. Feelings come and go like visitors and it’s important that we practise recognising and acknowledging them. All feelings are valid, it’s what we choose to do with them that counts. 2. Model and encourage kindness. Doing so can help to build self-esteem and
confidence. 3. Notice and support effort, instead of the outcome or achievement. 4. Relax more often. If you are looking to break away from the busyness, prioritise quiet time. 5. Explore solutions to difficult situations. Instead of avoiding, work together to break the challenge down into smaller steps. 6. Find a reason to smile more often. Smiling relieves stress, boosts the immune system and helps us make more friends. 7. React positively to failure. Talk about a time when you failed and how you overcame it. Because failure is inevitable, reacting in a positive manner demonstrates that failure is not connected to our worth or confidence. Resilience Kit runs group programs to help children who struggle with their emotions, learn better ways to cope with life’s challenges. To learn more about Resilience Kit’s weekend and school holiday programs, contact the Groups Coordinator on 0481 369 446 or visit resiliencekit.com.au
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Get LOUD about giving
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haring the experience of donating to a charity with your family shows children from a young age that they can make a positive difference in the world. Children naturally love to help others, so nurturing their innate generosity means that they will likely grow up with a better appreciation of what they have, and will continue to support others in years to come. Loud Shirt Day is a national fundraising campaign that raises much-needed funds to give the gifts of sound and speech to children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The campaign has a simple ask – wear a loud shirt for a small donation to help children and families at Telethon Speech & Hearing. Perth’s largest skating rink, Cockburn Ice Arena, has been involved with the campaign for two years now and continues to love the experience. ‘Our fundraising is always a lot of fun, said Assistant Manager of Cockburn Ice Arena, Nadine Brazil. ‘We love getting the support from the local community, who all band together to help make each event uniquely special and so much fun.’
In 2019, National Loud Shirt Day is Friday 18 October, but the campaign allows flexibility for anyone to celebrate on whatever date they prefer. ‘This year we are excited to be running an ‘Loud Shirt Skate’ fundraiser on Father’s Day,’ said Nadine. ‘We’ll have visits from Fat Cat, Elsa and Anna from Frozen, Blades the Bear, ice fairies, free face painting and a free bouncy castle. Part proceeds from every ticket sold go to support this very worthy cause.’ ‘Both my children have been diagnosed with developmental language disorder, so I am very passionate about early intervention and we are very committed to supporting Telethon Speech & Hearing and the amazing work they do.’ Festivities for Cockburn Ice Arena’s Loud Shirt Skate fundraiser start from 3.30pm. Buy your tickets fromcockburnicearena.com.au/LOUD to receive discounted pricing and a discount return pass for your next visit. To learn more about holding your own Loud Shirt Day at your school, workplace or parent’s group, call 9387 9888 or visit tsh.org.au/loud-shirt-day
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