Stop saying ‘don’t cry’—to raise confident, emotionally intelligent kids, use these 5 phrases instead
- Posted on November 23, 2025
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Stop saying ‘don’t cry’—to raise confident, emotionally intelligent kids, use these 5 phrases instead

This phrase "can make kids feel like their emotions and tears aren't okay," says therapist and child life specialist Kelsey Mora. Here's what to say instead.