experiences that help everyone laugh!
8. Take them seriously
Even though they have a light and animated nature, this nature wants to be taken seriously and acknowledged without having to become serious! Take their ideas seriously, their lighter feelings seriously, their glass-is-half-full outlook on life seriously! Don’t try and get them to take life more seriously by becoming more serious!
9. Don’t sweat the small stuff
You will experience plenty of times to easily get upset at your Type 1 child for dropping the ball on things, being late, letting their rooms get messy, not turning in homework. Pick and choose what you need to discipline them for and how you discipline them. Reevaluate how much structure they are trying to adapt to and failing at. Make necessary adjustments so they can create success consistently in their own natural movement.
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments:
Settle down.
Grow up.
You’re too silly.
When are you going to become responsible?
Okay, that’s enough fun.
Everything doesn’t have to be a game.
After reading this section, add to this list by writing the inspirations and aha’s you have received regarding what your Type 1 child needs from you. Make your notes here:
Type 1 Child Word Portrait
Refer to this word portrait list often as a quick reminder of the nature of your Type 1 child. Compare your child’s mood and disposition to this list. Is your Type 1 child expressing these movements and qualities on a consistent basis? If not, what do you need to change in your parenting approach to support them in living true to their nature?
Type 1 children are often described as:
Active
Agreeable
Animated
Amusing
Bouncy
Bubbly
Busy
Charismatic
Cheerful
Cute
Cute as a button
Energetic
Engaging
Friendly
Frolicking
Fun-loving
Funny
Happy
Happy
Light-hearted
Likes to be the center of attention
Little actor
Little ray of sunshine
Never sits still
Outgoing
Pixie
Positive
Random
Smiley
Social
Social butterfly
Smiles at everyone
Talkative
Negative labels that are not honoring of Type 1 children:
Attention deficit
Daydreamer
Flighty
Hyperactive
Idealist
Irresponsible
Lack of follow through
Messy
Mischievous
Type 2: The Sensitive Child
Primary Connection to the World: Emotional
Primary Movement: Subtle and flowing
Primary Need: To have feelings honored and everyone in the family feel loved and connected
T he Type 2 expression comes from the element of oxygen/water, and its natural primary movement is fluid and flowing. A child with a dominant Type 2 movement will be naturally calming, subdued, and sensitive. These children move in a subtle, connected flow to create in this world. They naturally express a medium to medium-low level of movement. Keeping life comfortable for themselves and others—both emotionally and physically—is one of the primary motives for a Type 2 child.
Other words that describe the movement of energy in a dominant Type 2 child are: soft, steady, easy-going, relaxed, and tender. Adults often describe babies with a dominant Type 2 energy as the most easy-going babies they’ve ever seen. When I meet a Type 2 child, I notice their gentle nature and naturally calming energy.
Many adults value the lower level of movement in Type 2 children, as these children are generally quieter and have the natural capacity to sit still for longer periods of time. But their lower movement, which expresses itself calmly, also means that many Type 2 children are often told throughout their childhoods to, “Talk louder!” and “Hurry up!” Honoring a Type 2’s lower energy and need to take their time will give them powerful permission to live true to themselves. Dominant Type 2 children who feel supported in living true to their nature grow up knowing that their steady pace and need for comfort are strengths.
Natural Gifts and Talents: Peace and Plans
Type 2s naturally offer some unique gifts to the world without even trying:
8. Take them seriously
Even though they have a light and animated nature, this nature wants to be taken seriously and acknowledged without having to become serious! Take their ideas seriously, their lighter feelings seriously, their glass-is-half-full outlook on life seriously! Don’t try and get them to take life more seriously by becoming more serious!
9. Don’t sweat the small stuff
You will experience plenty of times to easily get upset at your Type 1 child for dropping the ball on things, being late, letting their rooms get messy, not turning in homework. Pick and choose what you need to discipline them for and how you discipline them. Reevaluate how much structure they are trying to adapt to and failing at. Make necessary adjustments so they can create success consistently in their own natural movement.
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments:
Settle down.
Grow up.
You’re too silly.
When are you going to become responsible?
Okay, that’s enough fun.
Everything doesn’t have to be a game.
After reading this section, add to this list by writing the inspirations and aha’s you have received regarding what your Type 1 child needs from you. Make your notes here:
Type 1 Child Word Portrait
Refer to this word portrait list often as a quick reminder of the nature of your Type 1 child. Compare your child’s mood and disposition to this list. Is your Type 1 child expressing these movements and qualities on a consistent basis? If not, what do you need to change in your parenting approach to support them in living true to their nature?
Type 1 children are often described as:
Active
Agreeable
Animated
Amusing
Bouncy
Bubbly
Busy
Charismatic
Cheerful
Cute
Cute as a button
Energetic
Engaging
Friendly
Frolicking
Fun-loving
Funny
Happy
Happy
Light-hearted
Likes to be the center of attention
Little actor
Little ray of sunshine
Never sits still
Outgoing
Pixie
Positive
Random
Smiley
Social
Social butterfly
Smiles at everyone
Talkative
Negative labels that are not honoring of Type 1 children:
Attention deficit
Daydreamer
Flighty
Hyperactive
Idealist
Irresponsible
Lack of follow through
Messy
Mischievous
Type 2: The Sensitive Child
Primary Connection to the World: Emotional
Primary Movement: Subtle and flowing
Primary Need: To have feelings honored and everyone in the family feel loved and connected
T he Type 2 expression comes from the element of oxygen/water, and its natural primary movement is fluid and flowing. A child with a dominant Type 2 movement will be naturally calming, subdued, and sensitive. These children move in a subtle, connected flow to create in this world. They naturally express a medium to medium-low level of movement. Keeping life comfortable for themselves and others—both emotionally and physically—is one of the primary motives for a Type 2 child.
Other words that describe the movement of energy in a dominant Type 2 child are: soft, steady, easy-going, relaxed, and tender. Adults often describe babies with a dominant Type 2 energy as the most easy-going babies they’ve ever seen. When I meet a Type 2 child, I notice their gentle nature and naturally calming energy.
Many adults value the lower level of movement in Type 2 children, as these children are generally quieter and have the natural capacity to sit still for longer periods of time. But their lower movement, which expresses itself calmly, also means that many Type 2 children are often told throughout their childhoods to, “Talk louder!” and “Hurry up!” Honoring a Type 2’s lower energy and need to take their time will give them powerful permission to live true to themselves. Dominant Type 2 children who feel supported in living true to their nature grow up knowing that their steady pace and need for comfort are strengths.
Natural Gifts and Talents: Peace and Plans
Type 2s naturally offer some unique gifts to the world without even trying:
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