The 'Sweet, Kind Thoughts' worksheet is a gentle yet powerful tool for improving a child's self-esteem and resilience. Using the relatable image of "love hearts," this activity teaches children how to practice self-compassion by challenging harsh self-criticism. The worksheet guides the child through writing a negative thought, reframing it into a balanced, kind thought (like changing "I'll never finish this" to "I'm doing my best and can take it step by step"), and then adding positive affirmations to build a strong, kind inner voice. This is a perfect resource for addressing low mood, perfectionism, or general negative self-talk.
 
Note: This worksheet is designed to be a supplementary tool for emotional literacy and is not a substitute for professional therapeutic assessment or treatment.