Tonight with your 5 to 8 year old
The prompt
“What's a hug you still remember that just made everything feel better?”
What to listen for
A specific memory shows how deeply physical comfort sticks with them and helps them feel safe. Ask who gave it and what was happening right before.
If they can't recall a specific one, that's a great cue to make sure hugs are a regular, predictable part of hard moments.
Whatever they share, this is a lovely moment to just give them another hug right now.
What this tells you
This shows you how much physical comfort is a real anchor for them when things feel hard or overwhelming.