Social Story BuilderWhen I Feel Sad
Understanding sadness and ways to feel better.
We'll save your own copy to My Stories, where you can add your child's name and photos, change any words, then share it or print it.
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My name is {{childName}}. This is my story about feeling sad. Everyone feels sad sometimes, and I do too. Sad feelings can come when something is hard or disappointing, or when I miss someone. Sadness is a normal feeling.
Sadness can look different for different people. Sometimes it means tears. Sometimes it means feeling quiet, or wanting to be alone for a little while. All of these are okay ways to feel sad.
When I feel sad, there are things that can help. I can have a hug. I can do a calm or favourite activity. I can talk to a grown-up about my sad feeling. Sharing a sad feeling with someone usually helps it feel lighter.
Sad feelings get smaller with time. Bit by bit, my body feels better, and happy moments come back. I can be gentle with myself while I wait. Feeling sad and then feeling better is something everyone does.
We'll save your own copy to My Stories, where you can add your child's name and photos, change any words, then share it or print it.