Noticing when a friend might be feeling down.
Exploring different ways people try to cheer others up.
Recognising that sharing an interest can be one way to connect.
Understanding that people like different kinds of support.
Thinking about ways to show a friend you care.
Thelma the pony is feeling down. Her best friend Otis the donkey, talks with her to try to cheer her up. Otis shows Thelma a roleplaying game he made called Dungeons & Wagons. He shows her the game pieces, including a unicorn figure. Otis listens to Thelma as they play the game together. He tells her that he likes her the way she is.
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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