Three young adults describe the social, emotional, and academic effects of Covid on their college experience and lives and how they are coping. Have your young adult children read my book, Letters from My Grandfather: …
How Covid is affecting college students, in their own words Read More »
Dr. Jordan shares a dozen ways to talk with kids about the capitol riots, including giving information, understanding mob mentality and bullying, and the power of words.
As the calendar page turns to 2021, I encourage you to set intentions for the new year by beginning with the end in mind. This concept was popularized in Stephen Covey’s book, The 7 Habits of …
Have you ever watched an elderly couple on the dance floor? They separate and come together seamlessly. They respond to cues that no one else can see or sense. It looks so effortless, so smooth, so beautiful. …
Intimacy with your children is like a dance & it begins at birth Read More »
Fascinating discussion with author Paul Greenberg about how to be in charge of your phone and social media so that it doesn’t control you. Instead of checking your messages, have a blast learning about each …
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 …
Listen to my interview with specialist Dr. Anna Tanner about how to know if your daughter has an eating disorder and how to treat and prevent it. Check out my NEW online parenting course for …
Body Insecurity or Eating Disorder: How parents can know if their daughter has a problem Read More »
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 »
Stress levels in girls have risen in recent years. Listen here for the 17 most common causes of their stress p.s. Join me in my new Webinar on Monday, October 19th at 7:00 p.m. (CT) …
Why is my daughter so stressed out? The 17 most common stressors in your daughter’s life 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 »
Negative self-talk is a major contributor to girl’s stress and anxiety. Learn here how to help her manage and prevent her stinking thinking.
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 …
Learn the pros and cons of teenage dating and how parents can best support their daughter to have positive experiences
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 …
Kids at my camps played, laughed, let their guard down, and became so happy & carefree. We’ve got to find a way to get students back to school this fall! Learn about how to guide …
What I learned at summer camp about children, school and COVID Read More »
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 …
Women are pressured to measure up to the standard of being a perfect wife, mom, and woman; here’s how they can avoid this trap and find their own way
Visit the Camp Weloki website for detailed information about our upcoming Fall retreats for girls in grade school, middle and high school.
Summer sessions dates for 2021 coming soon!
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