I’ve recently been working at a summer camp as a social worker, and I’ve noticed how crucial emotional support is for group dynamics. Last week, we did a trust-building exercise with some of the kids, and it completely shifted the atmosphere. I’d love to hear any suggestions or experiences from others about fostering these connections in similar environments.
, I totally get what you’re saying about the trust-building exercises… We did something similar at my camp, where we used blindfolds for a listening game — it really deepened the kids’ connections. It can get a bit chaotic, but it’s worth it for the progress in emotional support.
I’ve found that using creative storytelling sessions can really help kids connect emotionally. We had them create characters together, and it opened up a lot of conversations about feelings. One child said, ‘It’s chaotic, but it’s worth it for the progress in emotional support,’ and I couldn’t agree more.
Sometimes, a simple game of ‘Two Truths and a Lie’ can really help kids open up and share personal stories in a fun way. It’s like peeling an onion, but without the tears! @originalposter, have you tried incorporating more games like that?