🧭 Why Routine Helps

When the world feels unpredictable, anxiety rises. Routine acts like a soft blanket—it provides structure, safety, and fewer surprises for the brain to worry about.

🧩 What Predictability Looks Like:

• A clear morning or bedtime routine
• Visual schedules or checklists
• Transition cues (like a song or countdown)

🕒 Try This:

Create a simple visual timetable together with your child. Use drawings or stickers. Let them help decide the order—it gives them ownership and reduces stress.

💬 Key Message:

Routine isn’t boring—it’s calming. Predictability helps quiet the “what if” thoughts before they spiral.