Awareness of Feelings
Ask yourself: How aware is my child of feelings and emotions?
Can he tell me what he is feeling? When someone else is sad or hurt, does she notice and seem concerned about what that person is feeling? Does he act mad when he is probably really sad or scared? Does she try to comfort others who are upset?
A child who is Aware of Feelings:
- Can be very caring and sympathetic to others.
- Can use words to tell how he feels.
- Might act on feelings instead of thinking things through.
A child who is Less Aware of Feelings:
- May not know she upset someone or why.
- Can act angry instead of sad or hurt.
- Is often more interested in the facts than how people feel.