I believe this is why we are seeing such a surge in mental health issues with teenagers. When there is no real future, no real reason to engage with our “anticipating self”, then what is the reason to engage or hope?
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The Power of Teamwork
In a world where our kids are told to be the best at any cost, we need to be intentional about encouraging teamwork. And this doesn’t just apply to sports!
Building Resilience Together
With teens in particular, we have an incredible opportunity. At an age where they understand loss, they appreciate more than ever when we take the time to teach them how to overcome it. And it’s teachable!
The Quest for Hope
This week is HOPE Week at my kids’ school put on by their HOPE Squads. For my elementary aged students, it’s a week of dressing up and having some extra fun in the classroom while talking about how to be kind and caring to others. For my middle schooler, the idea is...
Shifting Gears
How do we help teens learn to regulate their emotions, and how do we teach them to be more empathetic? Together, we can reverse the effects of anxiety.
The Fake News Effect
“We accept the reality of the world with which we’re presented. It’s as simple as that.” – The Truman Show Social and political polarization is at an all-time high. Conspiracy theories, strong opinions, and stereotyping are taking over social media channels. I don’t...