~~Tips for littles going through impure regression~~
We all know regression isn't always sunshine and rainbows, angels. So why don't we have a look at some of the methods we can use to make impure regression as comfy and safe as possible? Alright, let's go!
Remember that it is okay for you to cry and scream while going through this, it is a very hard time for you right now.
Try to wear some comfort items, like a big hoodie, your favourite shirt, a pair of fluffy socks.
Take a deep breath and have some water, milk or juice, if you have a caregiver; have them heat up the milk for you.
Stay away from caffinated drinks, like soda and coffee, it'll make you're brain go icky.
Snuggle up on your bed, sofa or floor, lie down if you need to, and wrap yourself up in blankets; this might make you feel safe and cozy.
Vent to your stuffies, your stuffies are always here to listen to you cry, they love you very much.
Vent to you caregiver if you have one, your caregiver will listen and help you as much as they can.
Have a nap, this could help you relax and calm down, you're safe now.
Draw out your feelings, these feelings are very big and strong and drawing all of them out could help you feel better.
Surround yourself with comfort toys, books, shows and games; you are okay to do whatever you want with these things.
Respect your littles right to privacy and personal space, they could be processing trauma right now and might not want you cuddling them.
Fix them a warm drink, like warm milk and tea (make sure it has cooled down enough).
Take away all sharp and dangerous objects, your little one needs no way to hurt themselves in this setting.
Talk to them, sit down with them and hear them out, but don't pressure them to talk about their trauma or feelings.
Encourage them to do fun activities to get their mind off of what's going on; play a game with them, go for a walk, etc.
Allow them to be "lazy" and lay in bed, they need to recover and relax.
Reassure your little that they are safe and nobody can hurt them, make it clear that you are a safe person to be around.
For Caregivers (Online, Long Distance):
Get in a voice or video call with your little, seeing your face or hearing your voice could get them distracted from what's going on in their head right now.
Don't get mad when they respond slowly or aren't receptive to your affection, they're struggling and will need some time.
If they ask to be left alone for a while, respect that, but make sure they are safe and have no way to harm themselves.
Listen to them vent, but as I said before, don't push them to open up about anything they don't need to.
Play a online game with them that you mutually enjoy, distraction is key alot of the time, and maybe playing with their caregiver will cheer them up.
Reasure them that they will be okay, hearing that they will be okay from a big person could be comforting and important to them; they need a sense of safety right now.
Encourage them to take a nap, getting rest could help them remain calm.
