Five Ways Teens Can Feel Gratitude in Challenging Times
Life is unpredictable and often very challenging. The year 2020 has more than proved that notion for all of us. For high school seniors like mine, many of the traditional senior events we’ve anticipated for years have sadly been canceled. Each day we're faced with...
How to Modify Your Teen’s Behavior
Struggling to change your teen’s behavior? You’re not alone. Teenagers can be stubborn and struggle against any attempts to control their behavior. But teaching your teen to exhibit positive, healthy, and effective behaviors is an important part of parenting. They...
Helping Your Teen Enjoy Meaningful Activities
One question I get asked most often is, “How do I get my teen motivated and help them find a career path they will love?” Extracurricular activities can contribute to their education as much as formal classes. As a parent, you can guide your teen toward activities...
Avoiding Power Struggles With Your Teen
It’s natural for your teen to challenge your authority and try to claim more independence. You have a responsibility to teach them to resolve conflicts respectfully and maintain family harmony. If you’re concerned that your teen is breaking your house rules or trying...
How to Boost Your Teen’s Self-Esteem
Teens are stuck in an in-between world. They're neither children nor adults. They're adjusting to both physical and mental changes, including emotional extremes caused by additional activity in the part of the brain that regulates emotions. Needless to say, for many...
11 Easy Relaxation Practices to Share With Your Children and Teens
If you have relaxation practices that work for you, you might wonder how you can encourage your children to join you. After all, their lives can be stressful too when they’re trying to get good grades, make friends, and adapt to the changes that are part of growing...