The Story of "Me" (Narrative Identity) · Connected Through Play

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The Story of "Me" (Narrative Identity)

One of the most powerful tools for resilience is having a "Strong Narrative Identity." This is the ability to look at the events of your life, the wins, the losses, and the messy middle and weave them into a story that makes sense.

Research shows that kids who know their family stories and understand that life has "ups and downs" are more emotionally resilient. When we help our kids tell their own stories, we move them from being "products" of their environment to being the authors of their lives. Literacy is the tool they use to claim that authority.

Have you shared any of your story with your kids? It’s not always easy, especially if you grew up in a challenging environment. What’s one story you would share?

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