yeah i seriously enjoy, trying to use analagies or simple honesty with kids and how responsive they are to it and the impact or impression it can make by simply getting on thier” level” or making them feel that they arent the weird ones the rest of the world is, and its a select enlightened, exclusive group they get to be a part of, the most understanding non judgementle ppl i know have been through negativeity and recognize when they are acting like or showing traits of who or they despised. to understand is to have known, expirienced, and felt what and who you dont want to become

You are super kind. I do those things and I can see that it’s earned me a special place in his life. He lives in Virginia and I live in Michigan; he’s my brother’s son’s son and five. He’ll be fine, but it’s very frustrating when I see his mom being impatient with him. He’s clearly thinking something over and she wants an answer NOW. But as with every child, if they are truly loved they can get through their difficulties. And she does love him and keeps trying. I was very sensitive to the subject cause I had just gotten back from a 10 day visit. I carve out time to be there whenever I can and I am welcome so there’s much to be thankful for. But thanks to you!

eh, ive connected with all kinds of animals, felt terrible as i shared the last breaths with any animal i had wounded, and hadnt passed before i could find it. and i always thanked the animal and treated it honorably and respectfull. even if there was noone around to know, watching the truth and calmness i brought to the animal even as an obvious preditor, was profound, i love dogs and have only had the privilege of raising one cat, but my drive to be understood, or the pride i feel when, a dog cat snake, bird rabit or mouse somehow trusts me despite the laws of nature. is enough for me to use what worked to achieve that, and forget the rest.. gave up hunting and fishing, ranching or meat packing slaughterhouses

i constantly try to praise the kid when he or she does or accomplishes simple little things i notice the child does, in an obvious attempt for attention, confirmation, reassurance or even just recognition or appreciation for doing something right, when they think noone is looking or cares or will even notice.. Praise from an outside unbiased adult seemingly equal to thier parent will not only bolster the kids confidence, but will draw the parents attention to the fact they may not be saying “great job” as much as “why didnt you
____?” let them know its not only ok to be different, but actually better to be unique, (while making the bully jealous that you view the kid as an equal an not just a kid to be told what to do.. . its how ive always connected with kids, (even the ass holish ones) and i only found a term for the type of human i am a few hours ago

And dogs. Most of the introverts I know (including myself) have cats.