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      Finish Your First Draft of Life (A Message of Hope for Teens)
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      Authoring Their Story: How Noticing Strengths Shapes Your Child's Narrative Identity
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Essays 3 min read
3 Effective Communication ‘Secrets’ to Help Raise Confident Tweenagers

Effective communication is essential in building strong relationships with our children. By actively listening, understanding their perspective, and a...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Poetry 1 min read
“Be Who You Are”—From “Principles: Life” by Ray Dalio

You got to be you with your strengths and weaknesses, as everyone has an important role to play in life. The courage needed is to be true to your true...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Poetry 2 min read
3 Haikus to Help Form Habits

BJ Fogg presents the key components of his Fogg Behavior Model in "Tiny Habits". He challenges the notion that habit change has to be difficult, descr...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Poetry 2 min read
Equinimity / Habitual Recurrence to the Harmony

Find your inner balance and embrace the storms with equanimity. In moments of chaos, remember to stay grounded and at peace. Seek harmony within yours...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 3 min read
Embracing Adaptability: Nurturing Resilience and Growth in Our Tweens

This is the inspiring story of a young girl who learned to adapt quickly during a big change. Discover how embracing adaptability can lead to exciting...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
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The Art of ‘Mindful Adulting’ with Kids: Disarm Your Triggers and Stop the Cycle

In mindful parenting, we all experience moments of overwhelm and stress. Disarm your triggers and stop the cycle of passing them on to your children....

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 3 min read
How to Disagree with Your Tween While Still Being Agreeable

Learning how to disagree with your tween without damaging the parent-child relationship is crucial. By practicing intellectual humility and separating...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 2 min read
Building Self-Respect: How to Boost Confidence in Tweens for Lifelong Success

As parents, we have the power to shape our children's future by building self-respect and boosting confidence in tweens. Discover strategies to help n...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 3 min read
Empower Your Kids: 5 Proven Ways to Cultivate Confidence in Children 10 to 14

As 'the well-adjusted adult in the room' we all want our children to grow up confident and capable. Here are 5 proven ways to cultivate confidence in...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 3 min read
The Power of Empathy in Parenting

Empathy is essential in parenting, allowing us to understand our children's perspective and appreciate their struggles without judgment. It fosters tr...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Essays 5 min read
3 Ways to Help Your Child Develop a Healthy Self-Worth

As parents, and 'psychologically wise adults in the room', we play a crucial role in helping our children develop a healthy self-worth. By acknowledgi...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
Poetry 2 min read
May 5th, 2028 - Always Love

You come through man. Just to let you know, you come through. I’m sending these words of encouragement to tell you how you come through. Yes, no one i...

M. Aurelius Higgs M. Aurelius Higgs
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