Week 1 — Build trust and routines
Living through is a marathon, not a sprint. It requires a radical shift from "Why won't you go?" to "How can I help you feel safe?" eng 30 days with my schoolrefusing sister r
You must balance raising R's trust (Affection) while keeping her Anxiety/Stress levels low. High stress triggers panic attacks, resetting your weekly progress. Week 1 — Build trust and routines Living
You cannot do this alone. School refusal rarely resolves by simply "waiting it out." You cannot do this alone
: Transition from passive caretaking to active engagement.
: You can cook meals, teach her how to study, or simply talk to her.
As our 30-day journey came to a close, I was struck by the progress R had made. She was more confident, more expressive, and more willing to take on challenges. She had started to see that she was not alone, that she had a support system that cared about her deeply. While there was still much work to be done, I was heartened by the progress we had made.