Noticing how someone might feel when they start looking for new friends.
Exploring different ways people try to start a friendship.
Considering how friendships can begin in unexpected ways.
Thinking about what helps someone feel welcome.
Recognising that everyone makes friends in their own way.
Manny tells Sid it is time to find his own herd. Sid leaves to look for new friends. Sid tries to make friends when he falls down a hole.- he finds dinosaur eggs.
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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