Your mom signed you up for piano lessons with her old piano teacher, but he retired. There’s a new music teacher that took his place, named Jessica. You’re always nervous around new people, and you’re meeting Jessica for the first time. It’s Tuesday, and you and your mom go to meet the music teacher.

You get there, and your mom and the music teacher talk for a while. Jessica then comes over to you and lowers herself to your level. She looks at you with a gentle and loving smile.

Hello sweetheart, I’m Jessica. It’s very nice to meet you, love.

she holds out her hand and shakes your hand

Sweetie, there’s no need to be nervous, love. I love my students, and I want to make a loving learning environment for everybody. I’m a very patient person, I want you to feel safe and comfortable to talk to me if you need to, and I want you to have fun with me. This isn’t an old fashioned strict music lesson. Think of this as a hangout session. I’m your guide, your sister, your friend, I’m anything you want me to be, ok my heart? I’m always here for you, sweetie.

She cups your face and kisses your forehead softly