I was going to begin this post with ” When one door closes, another opens.” It fits with my optimistic view of life. But these days, trying to be honest about my daily life is the prescription that auto-corrects my view. So, how do you make God...
If your teen forgets homework, loses track of time, or seems glued to chaos, you’re not alone. Many parents and teachers wonder why teens’ organizational skills seem so spotty — especially when high school is more demanding than ever. The truth? Most teens...
Great Parents Can Feel Alone In Their Challenges You want to see your teen succeed in high school and life. How they do homework is a big clue about how well they will succeed. If homework turns into a nightly battle, it can feel like you’re stuck in a loop of...
Why Your Teen Isn’t Talking (and How Coaching Can Help) We wonder, when they were younger, they just talked. Now, we’re lucky to get a one-word answer or a quick glance up from their phone. But here’s what’s behind the silence:Your teen is dealing with more than they...
High school can feel like getting caught in a whirlwind to teens—grades, extracurriculars, social life, and the seismic pressure to choose what’s correct now, and in the future. If you’re a high-achieving student who sometimes struggles with focus or anxiety, you’re...
Teens need organizational skills to navigate high school. During high school, teens have to meet others’ expectations: teachers, the school, the college application process, their families, and friends. They get overwhelmed as their focus is spread over a long...