“Don’t settle for less, ’cause then you miss out on more.”

“Don’t settle for less, ’cause then you miss out on more.”
So you’ve got an unhappy kid? Let’s talk how not to spawn more babies of unhappiness.
One step at a time is the quickest way to get to feeling happy.
What will actually make you happy? This teen examines her priorities and where to spend her money.
Consider: The only person’s happiness you’re responsible for is your own. This has been a big learning for me. I suspect it’s a big learning for most (if not all) of us — and our teens need to learn this too. Teen…
This summer was a season of unknowns. I felt untethered, unsure, and unsteady most of the time. Frankly, it kind of sucked. And now the summer is over. There is comfort in being back in the routine of school, though…
Let’s all take a reminder for today (adults/parents and teens/kids alike): We’re not responsible for the feelings, happiness, or emotional well being of any other person — only ourselves. Say it with me if you need to. We’re not responsible…
Check out a teen’s perspective on happiness, ourselves, and other people. A tough (though useful) life lesson I’m starting to get (after years of trying to please every coach, teacher, boss, and other “authority figure,” even into adulthood, and seeing…
My oldest’s college application process has been interesting to witness, both for her and her peers as well as what it’s brought about for me. It’s been eye-opening to see highlighted old stories I still grip and continue to reactivate…
Today I could use some reminders to self. So here goes: I can’t parent “wrong”. There are an infinite number of ways something could be done (and I can never know exactly what would be best for someone else because…