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Courageous
Conversations with our kiddos

You don’t always have to know what to say. The five A’s give us a way to listen, acknowledge, affirm, ask, and advocate when our kiddos open up.

7 PAGES·LITTLE ONES & TEENS
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    What you’ll get

    A little support for
    the conversations at home.

    01

    A way to begin

    The five A’s, organized into a guide you can keep close.

    02

    Words for different ages

    Examples for little ones and teens, so you can find language that fits.

    03

    Room to reflect

    Questions to help you notice how you listen and respond.

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    Sound familiar?

    This is for you if…

    • You want to make space for what your kiddo is trying to say.
    • You’re looking for words that feel natural in your family.
    • You’d like a short resource to return to when a conversation gets hard.
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    What is included?

    Seven pages with the five A’s, examples for little ones, words for teens, and reflection questions for the adult.

    Is this for little ones or teens?

    Both. The guide includes examples for little ones and language for conversations with teens.

    Do we need to sit down for a big conversation?

    You can begin with an everyday moment when your kiddo has something to share. Keep the guide nearby and return to it as you practice.

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    The person behind the guide

    Hey, I’m Dr. J.

    I’m a mom, researcher and speaker, and the author of The 5 Habits of Hope.

    My work brings together research, storytelling, and honest conversations about hope and being human.

    Doctorate in psychology · Author · Speaker

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