by Julia Simmons | Jan 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jan 17 • Written By Julia Simmons Are You a Perfectionist? Perfectionism is a mindset that revolves around the relentless pursuit of flawlessness and an unattainable standard of excellence. While striving for excellence can be positive, perfectionism takes it to an...
by Julia Simmons | Jan 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Jan 2 • Written By Julia Simmons SMART Goals for a Healthier You As we embark on a new year, it’s natural to reflect on personal growth and well-being. One data-driven way to turn mere aspirations into tangible achievements is by setting SMART goals. SMART stands for...
by Julia Simmons | Dec 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
Dec 19 • Written By Julia Simmons The Joy and Stress of Holiday Time with Family Holiday gatherings can be a source of immense joy, allowing us to reconnect with loved ones, reminisce about cherished memories, and create new traditions. However, they can also trigger...
by Julia Simmons | Dec 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Dec 5 • Written By Julia Simmons Work Hard, Play Hard? The popular notion of “work hard, play hard” implies that pushing ourselves to the limits during work hours means that we should lean in just as “hard” to activities during our leisure time. While it may seem...
by Julia Simmons | Nov 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Nov 22 • Written By Julia Simmons Harnessing the Power of Gratitude As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, it’s an opportune time to pause and reflect on the significance of “being thankful.” Gratitude is more than just saying “thank you.” It’s a mindset, an...
by Guest User | Nov 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Nov 7 • Written By Guest User Talking to Kids and Teens about War War is unfortunately a sad reality that is affecting and has affected countless lives around the world. Discussing violent conflict and war with children and teenagers can be challenging for parents and...
by Guest User | Oct 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
Oct 25 • Written By Guest User High Achievement Culture and its Impact on Kids and Teens In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, the pressure to excel academically, athletically, and socially can be overwhelming for children and teenagers. This toxic high...
by Guest User | Sep 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Sep 26 • Written By Guest User Navigating the Maze of Social Cliques: Inclusivity in Middle and High School Middle and high school can be tumultuous years, marked by self-discovery, academic challenges, and forming lasting friendships. However, they can also be times...
by Guest User | Sep 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
Sep 13 • Written By Guest User Navigating the Return to School: Supporting Students’ Emotional Well-Being The return to school can be an exciting yet anxiety-inducing time for students. After a period of remote learning, vacations, or even the transition from one...
by Guest User | Aug 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Aug 28 • Written By Guest User Emotional Intelligence Directly Impacts Learning In the intricate landscape of youth development, emotions play a central role in shaping experiences, behaviors, and even the process of learning. The journey through adolescence is marked...
by Guest User | Aug 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Aug 17 • Written By Guest User Navigating Social Media’s Impact on Teens: A Guide for Parents In today’s digitally connected world, social media has become an integral part of teenagers’ lives. While it offers numerous benefits, it also comes with...
by Guest User | Aug 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Aug 1 • Written By Guest User Summer Sponges! Our children are sponges and they learn from what they see within and beyond their home. Summer is a unique and fun time to expose our children to new ways of thinking, exploring and playing. Typically, when the school...
