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I love this quote! Teens have so much pressure and are navigating various aspects of life that at times can be frustrating and challenging. It can cause stress, anxiety and sometimes leads to a negative sense of self. When things don’t work out how they had hoped, it often triggers these … [Read more...] about THERE IS GOOD IN EVERYDAY

Encouraging our teens to verbalize their emotions means teaching them to put their feelings into words. This involves helping them identify and label different emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and frustration.By verbalizing emotions, teens can better understand and communicate what … [Read more...] about EMOTIONS

This is a great quote and truly emphasizes the importance of taking risks and learning from failures in order to achieve success. With regard to teens, it highlights the significance of allowing young individuals to explore and make mistakes as they navigate their mental well-being. It is … [Read more...] about MAKING MISTAKES

"It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves" is a powerful statement that can be applied to various aspects of life. Adolescence is a critical period of personal growth, self-discovery, and navigating challenges. Here are some tips on how to conquer that mountain: Self-awareness: … [Read more...] about CONQUERING YOURSELF

Many of life's failures can be attributed to individuals who gave up just when they were closest to achieving success. It truly emphasizes the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. For teenagers, this concept can be particularly relevant as they navigate various … [Read more...] about DON’T GIVE UP

For teens, this quote serves as a reminder that it takes courage to admit when we're wrong and apologize, but it's an important part of repairing relationships and building trust with others.  Forgiveness can also be difficult, but it's a sign of strength and resilience to let go of grudges … [Read more...] about FORGIVENESS

The choices our teens make play a significant role in defining their true nature and character, more so than their inherent abilities or talents. It is important to teach them when they are young the power of choice and how it impacts their results and more importantly their mindset and mental … [Read more...] about CHOICES

This is a great lyric from one of my favorite bands, Dream Theatre. It means to humble oneself or admit fault before one's pride or ego causes a downfall or negative consequences. This advice can be especially relevant to teenagers who may be experiencing conflicts with friends or family members … [Read more...] about SWALLOW YOUR PRIDE