Do you remember your teen years? This period is a really important one and comes with all of its ups and downs. It's full of identity development and exploration. Your teen may oscillate between trends, fashion styles, and music genres. You may feel more disconnected from your teen. Their peer relationships and status in those peer groups become priorities as they attempt to figure out who they are. They may be exploring their first romantic relationships.
I never thought that I would be flipping through a rack of shirts with such fervor.
But, there I was at my teenager’s request, hunting for small Lululemon tops in the athletic wear section of my local thrift store. Meanwhile, my teenage daughter was a few aisles away in the casual wear section, scouring those racks for the trendy athleisure brand.
Adolescence, a time of physical and emotional changes and fragile self-esteem, can be made even more troubling by those dreaded lumps and bumps… acne.
The inner spark lighting up one’s soul comes early in life for some. Then there are others who flounder around, searching for something that truly inspires them. For this latter group, it takes time and experimentation to get an inner glow going. Are you concerned about your tween as they watch their friends excel at an activity while they sit on the sidelines? There is something out there to motivate everyone. Your gentle guidance and encouragement can help them find their passion.
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