OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaFeeling scared is a completely normal emotion that every single person feels sometimes! It is your body’s way of keeping you safe. Even grownups feel scared sometimes, and that is perfectly okay.
When you feel scared, your heart might beat very fast and you might want to hide under your cozy blankets. You might hear a loud thunderclap or see a strange dog and feel your tummy get tight. Your body is trying to protect you by getting ready to run or hide!
When you feel scared, finding a grownup you trust is one of the bravest things you can do! They can hold your hand, turn on a light, or explain what that scary noise really was. You can also hug a stuffed animal, sing a favorite song, or take deep breaths until the scared feeling gets smaller.
- Being scared doesn’t mean you aren’t brave — it just means you are learning!
- Fear actually helps keep you safe by warning you about danger.
- Even superheroes feel scared sometimes, but they are brave enough to keep going!
