Big Q Tip – How To Talk To Your Kids About Tragic Events

Hey Gang, Time for the Big Q Tip.

I'm hearing a lot of "negativity" in the halls and in the malls lately about the state of the world.  Peoples first reaction seems to be to revert to  "Chicken Little Mode". No matter how cynical I like to act, truth be told, I do look for ways that I can help. My friend Rodney reminded me about some sound advice from Mr Rogers.  Hope this helps.

This comes from the Fred Rogers Company Web Sight, and it's as good as a tip you'll find.

"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping." To this day, especially in times of "disaster," I remember my mother's words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers – so many caring people in this world."