Minimum Viable Parenting

When it comes to resolving fears, some strategies are better than others. It all depends on the type of fear and whether it is short-lived and typical for the child's age, or whether it is more persistent and sometimes even hard to define.    Different strategies would be needed for different types of fears. But with so many strategies out there, how would you know which one to try? A fearful child can already be a handful, and so the last thing you need is your own overwhelm.   Today, I walk you through 3 different types of strategies and levels of support. This way you will be able to see what type of strategy may work for what situation. Here is the quick overview of the levels:   Level 1: Direct Strategies for developmental & information-based fears Level 2: Indirect Strategies for vague & perception-based fears Level 3: Assisted Strategies for persistent fears