You might ask, "What do you think has made you the most upset?"It might be that Australia lost, or it could be that there are no more matches to look forward to.Once children have had a chance to talk about how they feel, it can help to reflect on the whole tournament.You might ask about their favourite moment, which goal they'll remember most, or which player they enjoyed watching the most.These conversations remind children that, while the result was disappointing, it doesn't erase all the excitement and enjoyment that came before it.Parents can also help children look beyond the result The important thing is to show the disappointment can be handled in a healthy way.For example, instead of becoming angry, blaming the referee, or criticising players, you might say, "This is so sad, but I'm really proud of how the Socceroos played."When children see adults acknowledge difficult emotions while responding calmly and constructively, they learn disappointment is a normal part of life, and that it can be managed.Disappointment is an unavoidable part of growing up.Children will receive lower marks than they hoped for, not make a team they wanted to play in or miss something fun due to illness.The role of parents isn't to prevent these experiences