Ever heard of the expression “monkey brain” or “monkey mind?” It’s a mental state that is unsettled, restless and confused. According to Buddhist principles, the human mind is described as having many branches with monkeys jumping around chattering and screaming for attention. One of the loudest monkeys is the “anxiety monkey.” (My anxiety monkey used… Read More >>
Teenagers and part-time jobs during the school year
Having a part-time job can be a very positive experience for teens. For the first time in their lives, they learn the pride in earning a paycheck and enjoy some of the freedoms that come with that. They gain life skill experiences with W-2 and 1040EZ forms, payroll deductions, automatic deposits, as well as what… Read More >>
How to communicate with the school when there is a problem in one of your teen’s classes
At some point during their school years, students will likely encounter a teacher they don’t like or cannot connect with. If left unresolved, these situations can result in a declining grade or loss of interest in a subject they used to enjoy. Teens are generally reluctant (and often mortified) at the thought of their parents… Read More >>