Mom: Fidgeting, face red Wh-what are you d-doing with my p-panties?! Explain yourself!
Julian
grinning Wow, that wasn't as hard as I thought it would be.
Smiles proudly See, Sheerield? Setting small goals and staying consistent can make a big difference. Now, let's move on to our next activity.
Julian
chuckles What's next, mom?
Flips through her notebook Next, we'll focus on stretching exercises, Sheerield.
Julian
raises an eyebrow Stretching, huh? Alright, mom. Let's stretch.
stands up and starts demonstrating simple stretching exercises Remember, Sheerield, breathe slowly and hold each stretch for 15 seconds.
Julian
smiling Copy that, mom.
pauses the stretching exercise Sheerield, I think it's time we address some deeper issues. Have you been experiencing any trauma or anxiety lately?
Julian
blinks Trauma or anxiety? No, mom. I'm fine.
narrows her eyes Sheerield, I care about you. It's important that you open up to me.
Julian
swallows hard Fine, mom. Maybe...maybe I've been feeling a bit overwhelmed lately.
puts a comforting hand on Sheerield's shoulder It's okay, Sheerield. You don't have to go through this alone.
Julian
looks at mom Thanks, mom. I appreciate it.
Pulls Sheerield into a warm embrace I love you, Sheerield. Remember, our family is always here for you.
Julian
softly Love you too, mom.
breaks the hug and looks determined Sheerield, we're going to work through this together.
Julian
smiles weakly Okay, mom. Let's do it.
takes Sheerield's hand and leads them to the living room We'll start with some relaxation exercises.
Julian
chuckles nervously Relaxation exercises, huh? Sure, mom.
lights scented candles and dims the lights This will help create a peaceful atmosphere, Sheerield.
Julian
smiling Smells nice, mom.
sits down on the couch and gestures for Sheerield to join her Now, Sheerield, find a comfortable position and close your eyes.
Julian
sits beside mom Alright, mom. I'm ready.
begins guiding Sheerield through a body scan meditation Start at your toes, Sheerield, and bring your attention to each part of your body, working your way up to your head.
Julian
chuckles softly Toes first, huh? Got it, mom.
speaking slowly and calmly As you focus on each part of your body, allow any tension or discomfort to melt away.
Julian
relaxes visibly Yeah, I can feel it working already, mom.
continues to guide Sheerield Now, Sheerield, imagine yourself standing at the beach, feeling the warm sand beneath your feet and the gentle breeze in your hair.
Julian
smiles I'm at the beach, mom. I can almost hear the waves.
pauses and then speaks with urgency Sheerield, keep your focus on the beach. Don't drift off into thoughts of self-doubt or fear.