Putting Best Friend Privileges on Acquaintance Relationships
“I’M her best friend, not that other girl! How could she do this to me?” If you have an elementary-aged, pre-teen, or teen daughter, chances are you’ve … Read More
Why the Effects of Being Ignored are More Harmful Than You Think
Researchers have discovered that when we feel ignored, our bodies go into a stress response. In these cases, the brain can treat emotional pain the same way … Read More
Could the Barrage of Tech-Talk be Drowning the Holy Spirit’s Voice?
Smartphones and related technology have made daily communication an increasingly noisy process. Six billion text messages are sent every day. That’s six billion ongoing conversations happening simultaneously. … Read More
Teach Your Girl to Expose Bullying Not Contribute to It
“If you see something, say something.” The advice meant to expose bullying activity, harassment, and assault holds wisdom—for all parties involved. But within kids and teen circles, … Read More
Church Hurt: Navigating it without Leaving the Church Altogether
Has your daughter ever had a bad experience at church? Maybe she butted heads with a mean girl at youth group or overheard a rude comment from … Read More
Why Modeling Healthy Body Image for Your Girl Matters
When your girl looks in the mirror, what is her physical response? Perhaps she grimaces saying something negative about what she sees. Did you know that now, … Read More
Parent Response can be the Key to Redeeming a Teen’s Attitude
If your daughter is anything like most tween-age girls, she has a little bit of an attitude. A surge of hormones, low self-esteem, friend drama—it’s all a … Read More
How to Gently Guide Your Girl Through Seasons of Sorrow
As adults, we understand the full circle of life. We rejoice in the knowledge that our forever home will be in heaven. But how do our children … Read More
Know the Signs of an Eating Disorder
February is National Eating Disorder Awareness Month—a month to educate citizens on the effects of these specific mental illnesses and provide support for those suffering. Research shows … Read More
How to Respond When Her Words Don’t Match the Heart Issue
Every parent, even one from a faith-filled, and well-functioning family unit, will hear the hurtful words of a frustrated child. “I hate you” and “I wish I … Read More
If She Tends to Overcommit, Gently Remind Her of Boundaries
Is your girl a go-getter? When presented with a challenging situation, she always takes the head-on approach. But could that be to her detriment? If her tendency … Read More
As Group Think Grows in Culture, Keep Her Rooted in God’s Truth
“You’re just not a good person if you think this way…” If you’ve recently heard your girl spout an exact line from a famous TikTok or Instagram … Read More