What I Wish My Parents Knew
This is a blog I, a teenager, wrote after surveying a group of teens, reading up a lot of "What I Wish My Parents Knew" articles online and listening to a lot of angsty songs by teenagers on youtube. Maybe you're
Are You an Energy Vampire or A Provider?
Do you remember the last time you spoke to someone and felt like you needed a drink to get over the conversation? My very articulate sister and I were chatting about people we know (right, bitching is the word) and
Developing Self-Esteem in Children
Self-esteem is defined as “confidence in one's own worth or abilities”. As parents, we have a major role to play in developing our children’s self-esteem. Use the below tips to ENHANCE your children’s self-esteem. Encourage rather than praise. While praise focuses on
Cyberbullying
“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.” ~The Dalai Lama This quote still rings true to many but seems to have lost its impact ever since the internet came into existence. The anonymity of social media accounts seems to have given
Peer Pressure- Where It Starts?
Ever caught yourself trying a trend only because that new friend of yours talks so much about it? Ever forced yourself to go to a party because all your friends were going, when you desperately wanted to stay at home?