What does it mean to be shy? Psychology today defines shyness as “the awkwardness or apprehension some people feel when approaching or being approached by other people. Unlike introverts, who feel energized by time alone, shy people often desperately want to connect with others, but don’t know how or can’t tolerate the anxiety that comes […]
Let your teen make some important decisions. Have your teen research possible destinations and activities for the family. Let them have a say in where you are going and/ or what you will be doing. This will make your teen more responsible and they will take ownership of the family vacation. They will be more […]
As we approach the end of May, Mental Health Awareness Month, I have one last letter to share. Plus, tips for writing your own letter to your younger self are below my letter. This is an emotional exercise but one that is beneficial. It would be a wonderful thing to do as a family too. Communicating […]
It’s a long weekend! Go out and have some fun. There are lots of fun things happening in and around Jacksonville. Click on the name of the event for more information. Friday May 26th, 2017 The Jacksonville Jazz Festival is jam packed with fun for the family covering 15 blocks of downtown with live music and […]
Creating a blog can be an exciting, fulfilling, and educational activity. A blog is simply a regular, written record of your thoughts and opinions on anything – it’s just written online. It’s pretty simple to set up. Click HERE to get great advice from a successful Jacksonville teen blogger about how to get started. Developing a […]
The end is near. We can see the light at the end of the tunnel.The school year/ semester is winding down. Finally! Lately, I have been hearing students, teachers, and parents talk about how stressed and overwhelmed they are at the end of the school year. Many people think that this is the funnest part […]
It’s that time of year again! School is almost out. Got anything planned? Click HERE for some exciting local opportunities for teens. We have other options for you too! Teens and students have been looking forward to summer vacation for a while. It is important to teens to have a voice and choice when deciding what to do […]
Once school is out summer is a great opportunity to visit colleges and universities. Tours can be overwhelming considering the amount of information that is thrown at you. Additionally, your memories of schools may overlap. There are so many things to consider. Scroll down to find the link to the College Research Guide! Before your […]
