The best gift to enhance children’s creativity and imagination may be more about the box than what is in it. It’s an old adage that little kids often end up playing more with the holiday …
Best gift to foster children’s creativity? Boxes! Read More »
People who refuse to wear masks during the covid pandemic are unwitting, ignorant victims. That may be a tough pill to swallow, but hear me out. Power struggles with teenagers Sofi, 16, was in a …
Parenting is a hard job, always has been, always will be. And it’s gotten more difficult with the pandemic. When I see parents out in public yelling at their kids and being ineffective, I try …
5 reasons why parenting is hard, and it just got harder Read More »
Parents of adolescent girls often worry that they are losing their connection with their daughter, that their daughter hates them, and that they won’t remain an influence in her life. Their relationship may have digressed …
7 ways to get my daughter to not hate me and to remain an influence in her life Read More »
Some of the most mature, socially-emotionally intelligent tween and adolescent girls I know feel lonely and out of the loop with peers. It used to shock me, but no longer. Adults love these kids. Their …
In this time filled with uncertainty, fear and disconnection, one ray of hope for many kids is their dog. Dogs wear many hats: best friend, confidant, a listening ear, protector, and a sense of constancy. …
Why dogs are a kids best friend and a beacon of hope Read More »
Parents say that they value empathy and character over achievement, but their actions don’t match their values. I’ve had audiences of parents globally list their ‘end in mind’ for what kind of people they hope …
Parents: stop valuing achievement over empathy and character Read More »
As your daughter embarks on the next leg of her journey, i.e. college, there are five important things she needs to let go of. And I don’t mean her teddy bear. The following are meaningful …
When girls leave for college in the next few weeks, I’d like to suggest two critical items to not pack to ensure a successful transition. Of course, there are many things to bring in order …
Time in nature, devoid of electronics and social media, is the best antidote to stress in our adolescents. Stress levels in teenagers are higher than that for adults, and adolescents continue to underestimate the potential impact …
Like in the old versions of fairy tales, the movie Legally Blonde depicts the heroine’s journey so critical for adolescent girls to embrace. Some of my middle school girl campers encouraged me to watch the …
Legally Blonde: A modern version of the heroine’s journey Read More »
Summertime is a great time for children to develop more independence and street smarts. As I was recollecting adventures from my summers past, I realized that the current version is so much different than in …
Parenting independent, street smart kids during the lazy, hazy days of summertime Read More »
Greta Thunberg is one of my heroes, and there are so many lessons to glean from her inspiring story. She began a global movement at the age of 14 raising awareness about climate change and …
A young hero leads the way: why Greta Thunberg’s story is so inspiring Read More »
Despite the upheaval and losses due to the corona virus, it is valuable to focus on possible benefits and lessons we can take from this experience. I have counseled many kids and families during the …
Pandemic positives: 10 benefits that comprise the silver lining of the corona virus Read More »
Instead of recycling another grumpy old man for president, I believe teen girls have the leadership skills to become our next commander-in-chief. You heard me, a teen girl. Such a person would bring some unique …
Teen girls have the leadership skills to be our next president; here’s 5 reasons why Read More »
In some ways, it was easier for girls in the past to become a leader because they weren’t inundated with as many mandates about how they should lead their lives. Today, from an early age …
Despite recent progress, it’s harder today for girls to become leaders. Here’s why. Read More »
Negative self-talk is extremely common amongst adolescent girls, and results in a lot of anxiety, insecurity, self-doubt, and potentially limits their courage and ability to lead. In this blog I want to help you understand …
Why girls experience negative self-talk and how they can redirect it Read More »
High school girls have some unique needs and concerns as covid-19 has upended their world. I recently ran an online group for 9 adolescent girls and I have had many counseling sessions online with girls …
First off, I want to say that I really do feel for you. I’ve spoken with several high school seniors recently, all of whom are in shock at the recent turn of events due to …
A letter to high school seniors: you are not alone Read More »
Instead of pushing girls to change themselves in order to fit our vision of leaders, perhaps we’d do better to change the way we define leadership. Girls today have to sift through outdated, confusing mixed …
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