Imagine being a tween or teenager today. Every day you’re bombarded with selfies and images that are edited to perfection.
It takes Herculean inner-strength not to constantly compare yourself to others!
Category Archives: Understanding Your Kids Social World
Guiding Kids through Friendship Problems – The Yoda Way
As parents, it’s hard to see our kids experience friendship problems. This article shares steps to help your child develop healthy relational skills.
Belonging Vs. Fitting-In at School (and at Home)
There’s a big difference between fitting -in and belonging. Tweens and teens understand and experience the difference everyday.
Mean or Bullying Behavior? Helping Kids Understand the Difference
Do you and your kids understand the difference between mean and bullying behavior? Understanding the difference helps kids know how to navigate each situation.
The Value of Boy Girl Friendships
Research finds that girl boy friendships are important because they give kids a chance to explore themselves outside of gender scripts an more.
How to Help Boys Manage Relational Aggression or Bullying
Mean girl behavior, or relational aggression isn’t just for girls. Boys experience these painful interactions and may not realize it’s a form of bullying.
Five Hidden Friendship Truths that Confuse Kids (and Adults too)
Friendships can be confusing, especially for kids. Here are five hidden truths about friendship that kids find especially helpful.
Talking to Kids about Consent
Conversations with kids about consent can begin as early as preschool and continue throughout the teen years. These resource help guide these conversations.