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Adolescence is a meaningful and challenging period in life when youth experience many social, physical, and psychological changes; explore their individual identities; and learn how to navigate their social world. Parents, coaches, mentors, and youth practitioners may at times feel overwhelmed and conflicted on how best support teens as they transition from childhood to adulthood.
Research suggests that involvement and support from caring adults is critical during adolescence. Therefore, our aim with this blog is to provide those who care for youth with the latest research on positive youth development and resources that promote adolescent thriving.
5 Joy Competencies to Counter the Effects of Confinement During COVID-19, Pt. 1
Thrive fellow, Fred Defoy shares the first 3 joy competencies that can help us thrive through our bodies, creativity, and sense of belonging.
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Mindful Parenting: The Importance of Creating Space from Within
Dr. Joey Fung emphasizes the importance of mindful parenting and how parents can thrive during this pandemic.
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Lament and Hope in Times of Injustice and Racism
Dr. Pam King reflects on injustice and racism, the importance of attuning to our emotions, and coming together as a community.
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Quaranteens: Practice Makes Patience
News of the extended stay-at-home order can be frustrating. Thrive Fellow, Leanne Bishara shares 4 ways we can face COVID-19 with patience.
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A Quarantine Mother’s Day: Finding Purpose in the Middle of Crisis
As we celebrate Mother’s Day in quarantine, Dr. Pam King invites all mothers to focus on their purpose in order to live a fulfilling life at home.
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Planting Seeds of Healing Through Spirituality
Dr. Stephanie Trudeau provides ways spirituality can be resource for healing within ourselves and our families.
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Grief and Mindfulness: How to Manage Your Emotions
Dr. Joey Fung offers 3 ways mindfulness can help us manage our emotions in the face of grief and loss.
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Staying Grounded, Connected, and Directed through Disruption
Dr. Pam discusses how spirituality can help us stay grounded, connected, and directed throughout challenges.
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Grief and Mindfulness: the Importance of Checking In with Your Body
Dr. Joey Fung shares 5 mindfulness practices to help us manage grief during these trying times.
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