Social Emotional Skills Archives – Jessica Speer

Helping Kids Re-Enter Their Post Pandemic Social World

Kids playing with text "Helping Kids reenter their in-person social worlds"

With the pandemic and social distancing, many kids’ social lives are in flux. This article shares how parents can best support their kids.

Where Do I Fit? Big Questions Adolescent Girls Navigate

What is it about adolescence that intensifies social changes and struggles, especially for girls? The answer lies in some big questions girls navigate during this phase.

Three Parent Phrases to Avoid If You Want to Connect With Your Kids

Mother and daughter hugging with text: 3 Phrases to Avoid if You Want to Connect With Your Kids

Words matter. This post shares parent phrases to avoid and what to say instead to connect and foster well-being in kids and teens.

5 Ways to Help Kids Manage Anxiety About Coronavirus

With the constant stream of negative news about coronavirus and so much uncertainty, many kids are feeling fear and anxiety right now. Here’s how parents can help.

3 Steps to Navigate Family Conflict More Peacefully

Family conflict and arguments are inevitable. Differing needs and expectations create friction. These three steps will transform arguments in your home.

Nurturing Confidence in Girls – A Letter to My Daughter

Image of mother hugging daughter with text "Nurturing Confidence in Girls"

Between the ages of 8 to 14, confidence levels in girls drop by 30%. I’m trying to gently reignite confidence, one loving reminder at a time.

Parents: Are Your Kids Having More Emotional Outbursts at Home?

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Do emotional outbursts in your family tend to follow a certain pattern? Often in relationships, we get into a habit of reacting a certain way, even if it doesn’t work well. Strong emotions can be overwhelming for kids and parents…

Parents: Why the Tendency to Blame Vs. Giving the Benefit of the Doubt Matters

Text that reads, "Do you tend to blame or give the benefit of the doubt?"

Some people tend to give others the benefit of the doubt, while other people tend to assign blame and assume bad intent. Which style has more positive relationships and overall happiness?

Social/Emotional Kids Activities (FREE)

Social/Emotional activities and experiences help kids develop skills to better understand their world and connect with others. These downloadable activities open the door for conversations about emotions, conflict resolution, self-care as well as friendship.