Purpose: Find the small openings where your child does talk, instead of asking harder.
When to use: Use this when every question gets fine, nothing, or a closed door.
Worksheet prompts
- When was the last time they said more than a few words to you? What were you both doing?
- Where does talking come easier for them? Tick any you have noticed.
- What do you most want to know, and what are you afraid the answer is?
- Pick one time this week to be near them with no questions. When?
Being around is an offer. They may take it later.
Quiet is not always shutting you out. Sometimes it is waiting for a moment with no pressure.