My beautiful 7yo dd (ASD/ ADHD diagnosis pathway) has broken my heart this morning. She was discussing making wishes and just came out with "Mummy, I always wish the same thing, but it never comes true". I asked her what she meant and she said "well, I still have difficulties and I hate having them".
I gave her a massive hug and said I understood how she must feel, but that she's perfect in our eyes - exactly as she is - and it's her difference that makes her so wonderful. I said I too wished that life was easier for her, and that although she will likely always have some difficulties that with help, she will learn to adjust and cope. I suggested maybe she could wish to learn to live with them a little easier instead. I didn't know what else to say. She seemed reassured but I was shocked by her depth of feeling since she rarely likes to talk about it.
Anyone else have something similar and is there any advice on how to talk to an as yet undiagnosed child to reassure them while acknowledging their feelings?