Talking to Parents, Carers, or Guardians

Scruffy C  Talking to Parents, Siblings , Carers, or Guardians

Hi, I’m Scruffy. At first, I thought kids had to keep their worries hidden. But Christopher reminded me: sharing is strength, not weakness. Parents, carers, siblings and guardians are part of sanctuary too — they care, they listen, and they help.

🌱 Why Talk to Them?

• They love and protect you.

• They can help with worries about school, friends, or home.

• They can guide you to more support if you need it.

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🛡️ Scruffy’s Safety Ritual — Three Simple Steps

Step 1 — Notice   When feelings feel too big, pause and name them.

• “I feel sad.”

• “I feel worried.”

• “I feel angry.”

  
  

Step 2 — Share   Go to your parent, carer, or guardian and say:

• “I’m feeling sad. Can I talk to you?”

• “Something is troubling me. Can I tell you?”

• “I don’t feel safe. Can you help me?”

  
  

Step 3 — Safe   They listen, comfort, and help you find solutions. Teddy reminds you: sanctuary is always open, and you are never alone.

✨ Scruffy’s Reflection

At first, I thought parents only cared about rules. But Christopher reminded me: parents, carers, and guardians are part of sanctuary too. For kids, that means every heavy moment becomes a chance to reach out, tell someone, and remember: you are never alone, ever.