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The Help Signal: Teaching a Quiet Way to Ask for Support

The Help Signal: Teaching a Quiet Way to Ask for Support

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 This episode is for the parent who watches their child spiral and wishes there had been a quieter, kinder way to say 'I need help' earlier. I name the moment—frustration tightening, words racing, the window for repair closing—and normalise how shame and fear stop kids asking for support. The core idea: co-design a predictable, low-drama Help Signal your child can use across settings, and commit to a consistent, dignity-preserving adult response script. I give three age- and sensory-adapted signal options (gesture, code word, visual card), a short parent reply formula that restores safety and agency, and two brief practice rituals to teach and rehearse the system at home. Practical tips cover school or public use, sibling dynamics, and when a signal hides deeper needs. Close with a short grounding cue and a subscribe CTA so families can try a tiny change tonight.
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