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It’s okay to feel shaky.
It’s okay to feel unsure.
You are braver than you think.
Star and the Shaky Feelings
Star and the Shaky Feelings
Star lived in Huggle Hollow, where the days were quiet and the sunshine was warm.
Star lived in Huggle Hollow, where the days were quiet and the sunshine was warm.
Star loved quiet days and warm sunshine. But sometimes, when there were lots of people or new things happening, Star felt very nervous.
Star loved quiet days and warm sunshine. But sometimes, when there were lots of people or new things happening, Star felt very nervous.
One day, there was a big gathering in the meadow. Star wanted to go — but Star’s tummy felt wobbly, and Star’s legs felt stuck.
One day, there was a big gathering in the meadow. Star wanted to go — but Star’s tummy felt wobbly, and Star’s legs felt stuck.
Star held a special stone tight.
Star held a special stone tight.
Star took a slow, deep breath.
Star took a slow, deep breath.
Star told themself, "It’s okay to feel nervous. I can go at my own pace."
Star told themself, "It’s okay to feel nervous. I can go at my own pace."
Step by step, holding the stone, Star walked into the meadow.
Step by step, holding the stone, Star walked into the meadow.
Star smiled a little smile.
Star smiled a little smile.
And that was enough.
And that was enough.
Understanding Nervousness in Children:
Nerves can show up as stomach butterflies, fear of trying new things, or saying "I can't" before they've even started.
How the Worry Stone Helps:
The Support Star reminds children they can carry a little courage with them — something to squeeze when facing new or scary things.
Grounding Techniques:
Star Breaths: Ask your child to hold the star and take five slow breaths, imagining they are filling it with bravery.
Small Step Challenge: Let them hold their star and plan one tiny brave step together (e.g., "I'll say hello" or "I'll try one time").
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