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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

My 7-year-old wanted to make money, so I helped him start a small business. He learned about confidence and rejection.

Encouraging children to explore entrepreneurship fosters independence, confidence, and valuable life skills.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I didn't want my son to overdose on screen time this summer, so we're fostering a puppy. He's learning responsibility and time management.

Fostering a puppy taught responsibility, patience, and the joy of non-monetary rewards.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

We All Want Our Kids To Make It On Their Own. Here's How Scouting America Can Help

Scouting America helps children build confidence and independence through hands-on, real-life experiences outside of digital entertainment.
#education
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Women in technology

Getting to know you: Dr Rashmi Mantri, Founder Director, British Youth International College (BYITC) Supermaths

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC parents

Why high schools should implement modern home economics

NYC high schools should reintroduce life skills education to better prepare students for practical adult responsibilities.
fromeLearning Industry
4 months ago
Education

The Transformative Role Of Education: Shaping Minds, Building Futures

Educational institutions empower students by providing essential academic knowledge and life skills.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Women in technology

Getting to know you: Dr Rashmi Mantri, Founder Director, British Youth International College (BYITC) Supermaths

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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Houston Gaymers: Where LGBTQ+ gamers level up and give back

The founders of Houston Gaymers established the group in 2009, with the vision that gaming could serve as a platform for community and belonging.
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Prevent Bad Decisions

Good decision-making can mitigate risks and improve outcomes.
Pilots' decision-making models can be adapted for everyday life.
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

My Dad's "RTFM" Rule Is the Best Thing He Ever Taught Me

Ultimately, my dad wanted us, instead of getting overwhelmed by the enormity of the finished project, to start at step one and continue on from there.
Parenting
#parenting
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Parenting

People Are Sharing The Mistakes Their Parents Made While Raising Them, And It's A Must-Read

Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Mothering Is The Ultimate Form Of Resistance

Teaching children essential life skills like cooking can empower them and counteract feelings of helplessness in uncertain times.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

People Are Sharing The Mistakes Their Parents Made While Raising Them, And It's A Must-Read

Children can carry the effects of parenting styles into adulthood, impacting their mental health and life skills.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Lawrence Jones Flustered as He Tries to Fold Fitted Sheet on Fox & Friends: I Don't Think Men Should Do This'

Lawrence Jones expressed frustration and humor while struggling to fold a fitted sheet during a segment on basic life skills.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A third of Gen Z feels 'pressure' to become social media creators-and most say their schools encourage it

Many recent high school graduates feel unprepared for life skills needed in today's economy.
A large percentage of grads wish they had learned about financial literacy during high school.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Gen Z is signing up for 'Adulting 101' classes - because they can't handle even basic life skills: 'A lot of stuff involves money'

Gen Z increasingly enrolls in "Adulting 101" classes to learn essential life skills their education overlooked.
Basic life skills such as cooking, budgeting, and self-management are now prioritized by young adults.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

'Summit to Success' empowers Brooklyn high schoolers with life skills at Borough Hall * Brooklyn Paper

"This is one of the few events where students actually are here to be inspired. I want them to take that inspiration [and] turn that into action."
Brooklyn
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

Mom's 'crude' parenting trick to stop a toddler from whining sparks debate

A parenting hack encourages toddlers to take responsibility instead of complaining, avoiding the word 'no.'
fromCornell Chronicle
4 months ago

Group offers skills, and friendship, to local students with disabilities | Cornell Chronicle

If we had something going on on Mondays, she'd say: 'No, that's when we go to Cornell,' said Beverly Dodici, Emma's mother. Having neurotypical peers who made her feel like she was a part of the community - it really built her confidence and self-esteem.
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