5 Ways To Help Your Children Cope With Post-Election Anxiety - Page 4

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4. Encourage Empathy And Engagement  
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Elections—especially contentious ones—offer a valuable opportunity to teach children about the democratic process and the importance of empathy. While the outcome of a new administration may not be clear, it’s important to remind kids that the path forward requires cooperation and understanding. This focus on civic engagement can help shift their perspective from fear to hope, reinforcing the idea that positive change is possible through collective action.

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