Feelings
This feeling can happen when you're sad about spending less time with one parent.
What is missing someone?
This calming activity involves breathing in deeply and slowly.
What is deep breathing?
When talking to your parents, it’s important to use “I” statements like this: “I feel upset when…”
What is expressing your feelings?
Divorce happens because of problems between these people.
Who are your parents?
Packing this before going between houses can help make transitions easier.
What is a bag with important items?
This feeling might arise if you think the divorce is your fault.
What is guilt?
Writing your feelings in a notebook is called this.
What is journaling?
It’s helpful to let your parents know this if you're having trouble adjusting to new routines.
What is how you’re feeling or what you need?
True or False: Divorce is never the child’s fault.
What is true?
Knowing your schedule for this can help you feel prepared and less anxious.
What is time with each parent or your weekly routine?
It’s normal to feel this way when things in your life suddenly change.
What is confused or overwhelmed?
This is something you can do to distract yourself when you're feeling upset, like drawing or listening to music.
What is doing a hobby?
When you’re mad, it’s better to use words than to do this.
What is yell, hit, or act out?
When parents live in different houses, this is the time you spend with each parent.
What is a custody schedule?
It’s important to let your parents know about this if you’re struggling with the new routine.
What is a challenge or problem?
Talking to a trusted adult about how you're feeling can help you cope with this emotion.
What is sadness or anger?
Taking care of your body by getting enough sleep and eating well helps with this.
What is managing stress?
This kind of listening means paying attention to the other person without interrupting.
What is active listening?
This happens when parents decide they can’t stay married but still love their kids.
What is divorce?
Keeping this in each house, like favorite toys or clothes, can help you feel more at home.
What is a comfort item?
This feeling can grow when you realize the divorce wasn’t your fault, and your parents still love you.
What is relief or peace?
Reaching out to a friend or family member for support is an example of this coping skill.
What is asking for help or connecting with others?
It’s okay to talk to this person if you don’t feel comfortable sharing your feelings with your parents.
What is a counselor, teacher, or another trusted adult?
It’s important to remember that this feeling from both parents doesn’t change after divorce.
What is love?
Making time for this helps you adjust to changes and feel better.
What is self-care or fun activities?