If personified and empathized with the word ‘bravery’, one can probably feel how misunderstood and left-out the word truly feels, as it is often left to stand in the shoes of outwardly humongous achievements by others. This topic of conversation came up in between us while contemplating about a recent incident where one of us had to choose between continuing to ride through a busy street, passing through a narrow passage between a lorry or wait until the lorry has passed, for the sake of safety of others who were riding with her. ‘So is bravery all about doing daredevil things?’ We asked ourselves when we were reflecting over lunch today about what it really means to be brave.

I see people riding vehicles through a busy road, exploring a non-treaded path.list is endless. Let me tell you mine: I see myself jumping off a cliff into the ocean (although I can barely swim). What comes to your mind when you hear this word for the first time? Some children have an anxiety condition, such as:Ĭhildren who have severe anxiety can benefit from psychological therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or, in rare cases, medication.Bravery – a word often used to describe something heroic saving a life, sacrificing for someone else, catching a wild animal… If you’re concerned, see your doctor, a psychologist or a mental health service.

avoiding labelling your child as ‘shy’ or ‘anxious’.

praising your child for doing something they’re anxious about.

waiting until your child actually gets anxious before you step in to help.

gently encouraging your child to do things they’re anxious about.

acknowledging your child’s fears - don’t dismiss or ignore them.

If you think your child has anxiety, you can support them by:

want things to be perfect and get upset if they’re not.

have trouble sleeping or have vivid nightmares.

get headaches and stomach aches often, especially when away from home.

try to avoid the situation or issue they’re worried about.

worrying about schoolwork, sport or healthīut many children experience anxiety more intensely and more often than other children, stopping them from getting the most out of life.being upset before and/or after being left at childcare or school.being shy or being worrying about being laughed at.Some examples of normal worries might be: In most cases, anxiety in children is short-lived and goes away after a while.

Brave definition for preschoolers