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Sharing – Personal Boundaries and Building Self Love
This quote is, frankly, just so freaking much.
“Personal boundaries are important for establishing a sense of self-worth and a sense of self-love. Those who grew up unable to establish their own personal space or to have a sense of control over their own life may have learned to seek approval or validation from others instead of trusting themselves and building a solid sense of self-identity.”
Sharing – Study finds no “smoking gun” for mental health issues due to Internet usage
When we rush to do something for the children, there’s a long history of implementing changes that do not help children. Running out to block teens from using social media might also cut them off from the only source of support they have, especially kids who do not have support at home from their parents. Creating age verification requirements threatens our privacy and creates unlimited risks for identity theft. Rushing to do something because a few studies show a possible mental health risk is dangerous.
Link – After clergy sex abuse report, officials say parents should talk to kids early, often
I can only imagine what it’s like to have a kid in the midst of the media whirlwind that is happening in Pennsylvania, but this does present an opportunity as well: In light of the recent grand jury report on child sex abuse by priests, how should parents talk to children about the subject? Early…
Sharing – The surprising truth about loneliness in America
There’s no replacement for knowing your people and keeping in touch with them in the appropriate ways. Of course, a quick text message never hurt anyone if you aren’t sure. It’s not like most of us overcommunicate with our close friends and loved ones.
