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5 Ways to Help Your Teens Get Out of Their Comfort Zone
Parents, we want to protect our teens from being uncomfortable, but what if getting out of their comfort zone is what they really need? For kids and adults alike, trying out new things, discussing difficult topics, or planning for uncertain dreams can feel wildly uncomfortable. In fact, studies show that we fear making a decision…
7 Tips to Help You Be a Better Parent
Parenting is tough—and learning to be a better parent is even tougher. Parenting is one of the most challenging and most significant responsibilities a person can take on. It’s a continual marathon that pushes you to flexibly be there for your child throughout many seasons of life. It requires patience, compassion, unending love, and so…
The Olympics: Why Are Coaches So Important?
Held as a global celebration of athletic excellence, the Olympics promote unity, sportsmanship, and national pride. They showcase the highest levels of human performance and inspire people worldwide.
What Every Parent Needs to Understand About Marijuana and the Adolescent Brain
“Which is worse for you, alcohol or pot?” With the increasing trend toward legalizing marijuana, this is a question that is foremost in the minds of a lot of teens right now, and it is critical that parents and educators understand a few important things before they try to respond. Most responses miss the real…
Why Social Justice Matters & What We Can Learn from Emma Gonzales, Naomi Wadler, & Edna Chavez
Last week, I spoke with the founders of Girls Leadership, whose mission it is to equip girls with the skills to exercise the power of their voice. In our discussion, we spoke about the importance of actively teaching social justice, particularly to girls. We are in a unique time period, one in which we are…