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Body image is a sensitive topic, but it's one that needs to be discussed. There is never a right or wrong time to have that conversation about the anatomy of the female body. We all come in different shapes, colors, and sizes and are all equally beautiful. But how do you explain that to a young girl who looks in the mirror and wonders why she doesn't look like her friends?  Be Open and Honest Make sure to go into the conversation open and honest. This will make it easier to answer tough questions and eliminate the uncomfortableness.  Age Appropriate...

Self-care, by definition, is "the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's health."  Many people associate self-care with adulthood because life as an adult includes many responsibilities and demanding tasks such as work, family, and maintaining a social life.  Life as a kid? Simple. Life as a teen or young girl is socialization, shopping, TikTok videos, and keeping up with the latest trends. Sounds so simple, right? However, teens and young girls face other challenges in life that can take a toll on their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.  This is why introducing a self-care routine at a...

Dare to be different - so they say. But what if being different means you will be subjected to being shunned, bullied, or ridiculed? It’s embedded in our human nature to want to be accepted, especially among our peers. Anything that is out of the social construct of what society has set in place is deemed not normal.  You don’t want to be labeled an outcast, so instead of going against the flow, you conform to what other people want you to be. This is considered peer pressure.  Statistics show that 90% of teens have experienced some form of peer...

In today's climate, society has an influence on young girls - the biggest influence on them all is social media. Social media can give a skewed perception of reality for a young girl who is discovering who they are, and it can negatively affect their self-confidence and self-esteem.  That's why it's important as parents to speak life into our young girls. We can do this by incorporating positive self-talk through affirmations. Affirmations are phrases that evoke hope, promote positive thinking, and build self-awareness.  Here are the top 5 affirmations every girl should know:  1. I am Beautiful This is the...

Entrepreneur, by definition, means to take on greater risks in order to organize and operate their business or businesses. Imagine the amount of confidence and resiliency one has to have to take a leap of faith in their ideas. This mindset, drive, and confidence, is something that we aim for our children to acquire for not only their career path but also their day-to-day lives.  Developing the mindset of an entrepreneur is critical, even if there is no desire to start a business in the future. The goal is to nurture a strong-willed mentality that gives them the confidence to...