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A New Year’s Love Letter to Parents
The virus is learning. Are we? Check out how we can transform this moment into a powerful change- making opportunity.
Three Reasons Why It’s Critical to Reflect on News that Affects You with Your Children
…And How to Ensure It’s Developmentally-Appropriate “I feel hopeful,” my son reflected the day after watching the Inauguration Ceremonies as part of his school day. While just one week ago, he was saying he was feeling exasperated, “tired of making history” as we learned of the U.S. Capitol attacks. It’s been quite a roller coaster …
High Stakes Conversations
In a Complex World, How Can You Talk to your Children about Hot Button Issues? The Chinese use two brush strokes to write the word ‘crisis.’ One brush stroke stands for danger; the other for opportunity. In a crisis, be aware of the danger – but recognize the opportunity. – John F. Kennedy When …
8 Positive Strategies for Guiding Your Child Through Their Teenage Years
By Guest Author, Amy Petrou Delighted to post today’s article from author Amy Petrou from Generation Mindful, an organization that supports families with toys and tools for building emotional intelligence, discussing some of the developmental themes of the teenage years and how parents and teens can work together through it all. As children enter their …
In Youth Connections Magazine… “Decisions, Decisions… How Can We Prepare Our Children to Make Responsible Choices?”
For the Youth Connections Magazine’s summer issue, we are discussing how you promote responsible decision-making skills in our children and teens. The article offers some guidance on children’s developing sense of what to base their choices on, how parents can support that development along with specific age/stage tips for promoting this essential life skill. Here’s …
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