“What do you plan to do after you graduate?”
Senior year in high school is bursting full of activity. But not too far into the school year, people begin to ask your high school student what their plans are for AFTER high school. And while just because a person asks a question doesn’t mean you have to answer them, let’s help our teen be prepared. What are their career plans for after high school? What is the next step? How can we connect our teens to their dream job? Here are 9 smart ways to help your teenager choose a career path! [Read more…]
A new semester of school has started. And many parents are hoping that this means a fresh start. That this semester their teen will get up and go to school. It’s one thing when your teen is disrespectful at home, but what happens when your teenager refuses to go to school? And what can a parent do to fix the situation? 
Watching our kids step into the teen years can be daunting, for parents. We have all heard the stories of rebellious and troubled teens. Are all teens rebellious? Will my teen experience wild mood swings and experiment with drugs or alcohol? How is a parent to know what is normal or when to find counseling for troubled teens? 
Ever yell at your kids for wasting their time? You point out that they are wasting too much time online. Or they are doddling when they could have had their school work done. Only to realize that you struggle with the exact thing! Ugh! So what are some common time wasters at home and how can moms overcome? After all, I would rather be productive while completing my work or household duties so I have time to do the things I love! 
In every group with teens, that I facilitate or teach, I ask the BIG question! Do you have a job? Inevitably, I get lots of blank stares and few raised hands. During the awkward silence, parents often chime in telling me that their teenager can’t work because they aren’t 16 or 18 yet. While it has gotten harder to find typical jobs for your teens and tweens with the age increasing on almost every job requirement, in other ways, helping your teenager find a job is easier than ever! Let’s think outside of the box today, as I share 12 smart small business ideas for teenagers and tweens! 
Are you ready to rush into 2020? But wait! Before we move forward in the new year, it is vital to look back, though some years are more emotional to review. Looking back can help us reflect on our losses, celebrate our wins and learn from our mistakes. Taking a moment to reflect can be very balancing too. Often, we can forget all the wonderful things that happen, the things we worried might happen that never did and the blessings that took our breath away. 
Parenting a strong-willed child is an uphill battle! A strong-willed child is truly born, strong-willed and comes out in the delivery room barking orders or telling you the room is NOT to their liking. But, I want you to know that strong-willed kids can be amazing. And I am going to share with you how to confidently parent your strong-willed teenager. 
