by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
In this world of working parents and video games, in some families, teens can go through childhood and adolescence without a real sense of responsibility. They’re occupied, but not prepared for a successful life. Having responsibility for things that matter and that...
by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
Great friends are hard to find and important to keep. You know this from experience. But it may not be as clear for your teen. High school is a difficult place to find people who will bring value to your teen’s life. There is so much emphasis on social groups that...
by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
“My child looks sad and walks with his head down, hiding his face with his hoodie.” Parents say this to me all the time. “I don’t know what to do, what to say, to make him feel better. What should we do?” Your teen’s body language says it all. His self-esteem is in...
by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
When I think back on my own camp experience, I recall standing on a wooden tower about 10, maybe 15, feet off the ground. Several people I had recently met stood below. They were yelling at me to fall. I’d just met these people; why on earth would I trust them enough...
by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
The moral character of our teens is deteriorating at a terrifying pace. We see proof in every corner of our lives, from bullying at school to laziness at work to self-absorption at home. If the children are our future, tomorrow will most certainly be filled with...
by Todd Kestin | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized
Is your teen struggling in school? Does he seem apathetic? Have you lectured, grounded and threatened until you have no idea what else to do? Here are some tips for helping your teen feel better and function better — while improving your relationship with him. 1....