Meet Alex. He’s 19, a freshman in college, and by all accounts, doing well. He’s smart, well-liked, and has a good head on his shoulders. But when it comes to making big life decisions,...

When it comes to preparing kids for life after high school—whether that means college, a career, or something else entirely—most parents focus on academics, test scores, and...

Unlocking Your Kid's Identity: Helping Them Embrace Their Uniqueness

Every kid is unique, yet many struggle to embrace their individuality. Social pressures, academic competition, and...

One of the most intimidating moments of my young life was when I was 21, sitting in a job interview, facing a panel of professionals, and they hit me with the dreaded question: "Tell us...

Our kids are constantly facing a barrage of messages that chip away at their sense of worth. Social media, school, sports—they’re all arenas where the underlying message is often the...

A few days ago, I took our two daughters and a friend to Disneyland for the day. No, I’m not a hero—just a dad who apparently loves burning money. Despite the crowds and overpriced...

As parents, we want the best for our teens. We hope they’ll choose goals and activities that help them grow and find meaning, not just tick boxes or chase external rewards. But what happens...

Parenting a teenager can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope—balancing between giving guidance and allowing independence. It’s frustrating when your kid pushes back on every rule or...

Every parent wants their kid to grow up confident, secure, and with a strong sense of self-worth. But today’s digital world can make that feel like an uphill battle. Growing up in a time of...

As parents, we know what it feels like to matter to someone—and we also know the opposite feeling: being unseen, unheard, or overlooked. Our kids understand this experience, too....