Kindness is a fundamental part of building strong families and communities. It encompasses genuine concern and consideration for others and evokes feelings of love, gratitude, and belonging. By showing kindness to ourselves, our friends and family, and the many different
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Respect and Kindness in Teen Relationships
By Eleanor Beeslaar Dating is an exciting and fun part of life! Though there are many different qualities and characteristics that make you attracted to someone, it is important to look for someone who treats you with respect, shows you
Understanding Consent for Teens
By Eleanor Beeslaar A critical part of building a healthy relationship is discussing and practicing consent. When people hear the word “consent” many automatically assume it refers to sexual activity; however, consent is important for many different types of intimate
Trust!
By Eleanor Beeslaar Trust is a key element in building a healthy relationship. When you trust someone, you know that you can depend on them, and you feel safe with them both physically and emotionally. However, the process of building
Healthy Boundaries for Teens
By Eleanor Beeslaar Boundaries are an important part of healthy relationships. They allow you to feel safe, comfortable, and valued within your relationship and ensure that both you and your partner’s wants, needs, fears, and limits are respected. Talk to
Conflict Resolution for Teens
By Eleanor Beeslaar Conflict is a normal part of healthy relationships, and it is important to be able to resolve disagreements or arguments in a way that promotes growth and strengthens your relationship. A crucial part of successful conflict management
Open and Honest Communication for Teens
By Eleanor Beeslaar Open and honest communication is an important part of building a healthy relationship. When you and your partner can speak freely with respect, compassion, and genuine concern for one another’s feelings, you can create a relationship where
What is an Unhealthy Relationship?
By Eleanor Beeslaar Unhealthy relationships are based on power and control and can leave you feeling sad, afraid, lonely, worried and unsafe. It is important to be aware of the signs of unhealthy relationship behaviors, because even if they do
What is a Healthy Relationship?
By Eleanor Beeslaar What exactly makes a relationship healthy? First and foremost, healthy relationships are safe and free from abuse, neglect, and threats. They are built on a foundation of mutual respect, trust, support, openness, and honesty, and they are