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Finding a safe place

Enjoying music & art

Exercising & playing with friends

Talking about what happened

Knowing what happened is over & bad things don’t usually happen

Understanding how cool I am. There are lots of things I can do.

Having a grown-up who keeps me safe

Breathing and being mindful

Making new friends & learning most people don’t go away