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Strategies to Combat FOMO in Young People
The digital age is our new reality; the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) is more than just a trendy term – it’s a genuine and growing concern, especially for youth navigating the complexities of social media. As a social worker in preventive youth care and youth at risk (0-18), I have seen the impact how Read more
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Embracing the Kaleidoscope of Parenting: Navigating Different Environments with Kindness and Empathy
Parenting is an incredible journey, but let’s be real—it’s not always a walk in the park, especially when we’re navigating through different environments alongside our kids. Picture it like this: the relationship between a parent and child is akin to a kaleidoscope, ever-changing with each turn, influenced by angles and light. In this colorful journey, Read more
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Finding Their Voice: A Journey to Empower Kids
For the past couple of years, I’ve been on a mission to help kids discover their voices. As a child, my voice might not have been the loudest, but I struggled to convey to my teachers why I was so direct and why adapting to new environments was challenging for me. We understand the importance Read more
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From My School Days to Empowering Bystanders: A Personal Journey
Navigating two different educational systems in Greece and Luxembourg, my life’s purpose became clear amidst the challenges of bullying during my school years. Now, I am dedicated to crafting interventions that empower bystanders, creating safer and more empathetic environments within schools and communities. The Crucial 10 Seconds: Bullying, a haunting experience from my past, left Read more
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Adaptation: The ‘reverse horseshoe’ of life
Changes often occur in our lives. They can be small adjustments or even major transformations, such as the beginning of a new school year, moving to a foreign country, the birth of a child, or the loss of a loved one. For me, adaptation resembles a reverse horseshoe’ , which brings luck to many cultures Read more
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“Navigating Change: The Art of Adaptation for All Ages”
Adapting to new circumstances can be a formidable journey, stirring up a whirlwind of emotions for both children and adults alike. Picture yourself as a crystal-clear glass of water, pristine and untouched. Now, imagine introducing a bouillon cube that gradually transforms the water’s color. Initially, our instinct might drive us to eliminate the cube, hoping Read more
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