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291 | When Kids Assign You Roles: Staying Adherent to the CCPT Model During Role-Play Scenarios
In this episode, I answer a question from Amanda in Wisconsin about how to respond when a child assigns us a role in play and expects us to make choices—like picking a color or drawing freely—within that role. While the child offers "freedom," the session still feels tightly controlled, which raises the question: how do we honor the child's structure without stepping out of the CCPT model?
I walk through strategies like returning responsibility, using wonder and whisper techniques, and narrating your indecision without actually making a choice. I also explore how these moments often reflect…
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