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How to Convince Teens to Stay in School

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of teenagers who drop out of high school is around 8 percent. That means that for every 1,000 out-of-work individuals, 80 are facing an already difficult-to-crack job market without even the most basic education. Parents and teachers can unite to convince these kids, one by one, that staying in school is the best choice for their future success and happiness.

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Make Your Daily Routine Enjoyable by Staying Present

Recently, Ive been having little pep talks with myself about slowing down, immersing myself in the present moment, and enjoying more. Monday morning we were running around getting ready to take my son to school. The clock was ticking away as it does. It came time to brush my daughters hair. I decided I was going to take this opportunity to be in the moment, focus solely on the simple task of brushing her hair.

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College Safety 101: Miss Independent’s Guide to Empowerment, Confidence, & Staying Safe

Didn’t you wish you had a book with all the DOs and DONTs for when you were in college? You know, to keep you from eating that bad dining hall food or steer you away from peer pressure. Well, “College Safety 101: Miss Independent’s Guide to Empowerment, Confidence, & Staying Safe” is a great introductory guide for the young woman’s transition to college, specifically to give her the confidence to make the right decisions. So you won’t be told what not to eat, but it will certianly shed some light on how to keep yourself safe on and off campus.