Lily's Journey 3: Overcoming Fear and Helping Others [StoryTime]

Lily had learned so much from her therapy sessions. She had become more confident and brave, and she was no longer afraid of the monsters in her dreams. But she didn't stop there. She wanted to use her new skills to help others who might be struggling.

One day, Lily heard her friend Jack talking about how scared he was of the dark. He said that he couldn't sleep at night because he was afraid of monsters under his bed. Lily knew exactly how Jack felt, and she wanted to help him.

She told Jack about the skills she had learned in therapy. She taught him how to take deep breaths and use positive self-talk to calm himself down. She showed him how to use his imagination to turn scary monsters into friendly creatures.

Jack was a little hesitant at first, but Lily was patient and encouraging. She told him that he was brave and strong, and that he could do this. She stayed with him until he fell asleep, and Jack felt safe and calm.

The next day, Jack came running up to Lily with a big smile on his face. He told her that he had slept through the whole night without any nightmares. He said that he had used the skills she had taught him, and he felt like he could do anything.

Lily felt so proud of herself for helping Jack. She knew that she had made a difference in his life, just like the therapist had made a difference in hers. She knew that she could help other kids too, and she started to think about how she could use her new skills to make the world a better place.

From that day on, Lily continued to be brave and strong. She faced new challenges with confidence and resilience, and she always looked for ways to help others. She knew that she was capable of anything, and that nothing could stand in her way.

VIVIENNE WHITE | Therapist & Owner @ Little Jems

“With years of experience as a Social Worker for Local Government and a Therapist in the NHS, I have honed my skills in helping children feel supported and heard”

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