traditionally, our focus on thanksgiving is external.
give thanks for the people and things in our life.
discover that we have more than we realize.
this year, start a new tradition.
turn your focus inward.
spend some time recognizing everything you are.
and everything you do.
and everything you've accomplished.
this year, give thanks for you.
discover that you are more than you realize.
happy thanksgiving.
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Kids are still struggling. Suicidal. No motivation. Skipping school. Failing classes. Toxic relationships. We are two years removed from the pandemic. We no longer have that scapegoat. What’s next?
Social media?
Energy drinks?
Influencer culture?
Video games…again?
Rock music for the fifth time?
Rap music now and forever?
We should be their role models. How can we preach personal responsibility while blaming everything else for our kids’ problems?
We think we're saying the right thing, but this is what our kids hear: You need to take responsibly for yourself. Also, social media is the reason my kid is struggling.
We send our kids mixed messages and still act surprised that they are so mixed up?!?!?!
If we woke up tomorrow in a world without social media and energy drinks, our kids would still be insecure.
Confused.
Looking for acceptance and belonging.
Positive reinforcement and reassurance.
What we see as a problem, our kids see as solutions.
Parents, here is your homework assignment.
1. Identify everything your kids get from those “negative” influences.
2. Give it to them so they don’t have to look for it anywhere else.
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