Research-based ideas
to help kids thrive
Acceptance
Appreciation
Belonging
Collaboration
Communication
Empathy
Kindness
Love
Partnership
Support
To understand and be understood
Touch
Trust
Beauty
Calm
Ease
Harmony
Order
Respect
Challenge
Competence (especially in parenting)
Creativity
Growth
Having a sense of purpose
Hope
Learning
Self-connection
Self-expression
Consistency
Physical and emotional safety
Choice
Freedom
Independence
Power
Space/freedom from touch
Excitement
Fun
Humor
Indulgence
Joy
Mental space
Play
Pleasure
Air
Comfort
Exercise
Food/water
Rest/sleep
Safety
Safety of children/dependents
Self-care
Sexual expression
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