Self Confidence/Self Advocacy
Life Skills for Teens: How do I get my daughter to ask for what she needs?
If your kid is struggling to self advocate, don’t despair! Self advocacy is one of those life skills for teens that most parents become concerned with at some point.
Boy crazy! Why is my daughter desperate for affirmation?
The need for external affirmation and validation to define one’s self worth is not uncommon. It affects children as well as adults, and most people experience it at some point in their lives. What teens have now in social media however is a false and extreme measure of self worth based on how many “likes” or followers they have.
Time Management for Teens
Getting past the headaches of time management for teens requires a shift in perspective for parents.
Device Dependency: The Digital Pacifier
Digital devices are nothing more than the equivalent of a digital pacifier that distracts kids from dealing with their real issues. Device dependency inhibits a teens ability to develop coping skills and strategies for dealing with the real world. And just like the pacifier, it’s going to be hard to take away!
Self Care for Parents
So you say you don’t have the time and money for your own self care? We hear this from busy parents all the time. Focusing on your kids and being a parent is a lot of work. But the fact that you’re saying you don’t have resources to take care of your own emotional well being is a sign that something is out of balance.
Self Confidence in The Classroom
Are you worried that your teen’s lack of self confidence is setting them back in the classroom? If so, the first thing you’ll want to do is try to figure out what’s behind it.
Teen Eating Disorders: Is my kid at risk?
If you suspect that your teen is developing an eating disorder, you need to take action promptly. It’s not just a phase or fad.
How do I help my teen with self confidence post-pandemic?
How do you help your teen with their self confidence in social situations after a year of quarantine and hanging around the house?
How do you motivate a depressed child?
How do you motivate a depressed child? Setting boundaries to get your kid to do stuff sounds great in theory. But what if your kid is depressed or suffering from significant anxiety?