How to Build Trust With Your Child

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“What's something I do that helps you feel safe?”

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“When do you feel closest to me?”

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“What makes you feel like I really hear you?”

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“What do I get right as a parent?”

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“When do you feel most comfortable talking to me?”

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“What's a small thing I do that means a lot to you?”

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“Is there anything I've done that made it hard to trust me?”

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“What do I get wrong sometimes?”

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“When do you feel like I'm not really listening?”

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“Is there something you've been afraid to tell me?”

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“What would make it easier to come to me with hard stuff?”

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“What do you wish I understood better about you?”

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“What do you need from me when something is hard?”

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“Do you want help, advice, or just someone to listen?”

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“How can I support you without taking over?”

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“What do you wish I listened to more?”

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“What would help you feel less alone with something hard?”

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“How can I be easier to talk to?”

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“What's something you want us to do together soon?”

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“What's a promise you'd like me to keep this week?”

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“What's something small you want me to remember?”

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“What topic do you wish we talked about more?”

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“What's something you're proud of that you want me to notice?”

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“What would make our relationship feel stronger?”

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“Is there anything from what happened that still feels stuck?”

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“What would help you feel safe again?”

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“How can we start again?”

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“What do you need from me to rebuild trust?”

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“I love you, even when things get hard. What do you need to hear?”

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“What would help tomorrow feel like a fresh start?”