What’s RIGHT with Me? A New Perspective on Building Confidence and Resilience in Children
As parents, educators, and therapists, we often focus on “fixing” what’s wrong—struggles with learning, emotional challenges, or behavioural concerns. But what if we flipped the script? What if, instead of asking “What’s wrong?”, we started asking “What’s RIGHT with me?”
The What’s RIGHT with Me? perspective is a strengths-based, neuroaffirming approach designed to help children develop emotional resilience, and the confidence to advocate for their own needs. It’s not just a program—it’s a way of thinking, living, and growing that encourages children to recognise their strengths, express their unique abilities, and navigate life’s challenges with a strong sense of self-worth.
Why This Perspective Matters
Too often, children hear messages about what they struggle with—whether it’s difficulty sitting still, processing emotions, or staying focused in school. But what if we helped them identify and celebrate their strengths instead?
💡 Self-Confidence Leads to Success – When children recognise their strengths, they develop confidence and motivation to try new things.
💡 Resilience Comes from Strengths – Knowing what’s RIGHT with them helps children bounce back from setbacks and persist through challenges.
💡 Self-Advocacy Empowers Growth – When children can express their needs through their strengths, they become active participants in their learning and development.
How Does What’s RIGHT with Me? Work?
The What’s RIGHT with Me? perspective is built on engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that help children:
✔️ Recognise their strengths and what makes them unique
✔️ Build emotional regulation skills
✔️ Develop a growth mindset and resilience
✔️ Learn self-advocacy techniques to communicate their needs confidently
Each activity is designed to meet children where they are developmentally:
👶 Early Years (1-5 years) – Play-based activities to explore emotions and strengths through movement and sensory experiences.
🎒 Primary Years (6-9 years) – Interactive storytelling and creative games to deepen self-awareness.
🧑🤝🧑 Preteen Years (10-12 years) – Role-play and reflection exercises to practise self-advocacy in real-life situations.
Who Is This For?
The What’s RIGHT with Me? perspective is perfect for:
👩👧 Parents who want to raise confident, emotionally resilient children
🎓 Teachers looking to create a positive, strengths-based classroom culture
🩺 Occupational Therapists & Allied Health Professionals seeking a neuroaffirming, practical approach to supporting children
Want to Learn More?
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Let’s start focusing on what’s RIGHT and help every child build the confidence to shine! 🌟
