Supporting Your Teen's Major Decision

Supporting Your Teen's Major Decision

Choosing a college major is a pivotal decision for teens, shaping their future careers and personal growth. Parents can play a crucial role by encouraging self-exploration, fostering open communication, emphasizing passion and purpose, providing resources, and supporting their teen's decision. By guiding their teen through this process, parents can empower them to choose a path that aligns with their interests and aspirations, ensuring they feel confident and supported as they embark on their journey toward their dreams.

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Keeping Your Teen Close When They're Far Away

Keeping Your Teen Close When They're Far Away

This blog post offers practical tips for parents on how to stay connected with their teens who are venturing out on their own, whether for college or other reasons. It highlights the importance of regular communication, utilizing technology, expressing love and support, staying involved in their lives, and fostering independence.

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Meaningful Activities for Mother's Day

Meaningful Activities for Mother's Day

This article offers 5 quick and meaningful activities for moms whose teens are leaving for college on Mother's Day. It includes ideas for reminiscing, self-care, spending quality time together, and expressing gratitude.

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Embracing Your Teen's College Journey: A Guide for Supportive Parents

Embracing Your Teen's College Journey: A Guide for Supportive Parents

As our teens head off to college, it's vital for parents to avoid dismissing their experiences and instead embrace this transformative journey. By listening openly, empowering them, celebrating achievements, offering support, and staying connected, we can show unwavering love and support as they navigate this exciting chapter in their lives.

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Acknowledging Your Teen's Need for Privacy

Acknowledging Your Teen's Need for Privacy

This blog emphasize the importance of respecting your teen's need for privacy as they prepare for independence. It highlights the shift from childhood protection to fostering trust and autonomy through open communication, established boundaries, and leading by example. While respecting privacy, it emphasizes maintaining open lines of communication and support.

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Acknowledging Signs of Stress or Anxiety in Your Teen

Acknowledging Signs of Stress or Anxiety in Your Teen

By acknowledging and addressing signs of stress or anxiety in your teen, you're taking an important step in supporting their mental health and well-being as they navigate this significant life transition.

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Pushing Your Teens Into A Particular College Major

Pushing Your Teens Into A Particular College Major

An open letter to parents whose teenager is preparing to transition out of the home and embark on their college journey regarding the selection of their college major.

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Your Love is Hope

Your Love is Hope

If emotional problems and behavioral disorders are being experienced by your teen, contacting experienced play therapist (Dorothy Derapelian) could be the solution to meeting their unique developmentalĀ needs.

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Guide for Parents Dealing with Teen Stress

Guide for Parents Dealing with Teen Stress

The journey of parenting doesn't stop when our teens leave home. It evolves. Recognizing signs of stress and anxiety and having strategies to address them is a testament to our ongoing commitment to our children's well-being.

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Navigating the Heartache of Farewell

Navigating the Heartache of Farewell

The pain of your teen leaving home is a testament to the depth of love and the beauty of shared memories.

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Navigating the Emptiness

Navigating the Emptiness

The transition to an empty nest can be emotionally challenging for parents. However, this phase can also be an opportunity for self-discovery and newfound freedom.

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Navigating the College Transition

Navigating the College Transition

In the midst of the college whirlwind, the enduring power of love and understanding can be the beacon that guides your teen. As you navigate this transformative journey together, let these anchors be a testament to the unbreakable bond that transcends physical distance.

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