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Teaching Kids to Be a Good Friend through Role Plays

One of the best ways for us to learn is to practice. One way to do this is through role-plays. Whether you pretend to be different characters or use dolls/action figures, this can help your kids try out different friendship

Eleanor June 25, 2020May 7, 2020 Friendships, Parents Read more

Teaching Kids To Be a Good Friend: Learn about Friendship through Media

Another great way to teach kids about being a good friend is to watch TV shows/movies and read books about friendship. This can help them see different scenarios, teaching them the difference between healthy and unhealthy friendships. After watching the

Eleanor June 24, 2020May 7, 2020 Friendships, Parents Read more

Teaching Kids to Be a Good Friend: Talk About the Qualities of a Good Friend

It’s important to talk to your kids about the characteristics that make a good friend. Not only will this help them shape their behavior and treat others well, but it will also help them understand what to look for in

Eleanor June 23, 2020May 7, 2020 Friendships, Parents Read more

Teaching Kids to Be Good Friends: Lead By Example

Being a good friend is an important life skill, but it’s one that we have to learn. As adults and parents, it’s important for us to teach kids how to be a good friend. How exactly do we do that?

Eleanor June 22, 2020May 7, 2020 Friendships, Parents Read more

True Friends

While we may not be able to be physically close to our friends, know that we are still connected through love and friendship.

Eleanor May 2, 2020May 1, 2020 Relationship Quotes Read more

Simple & Sweet Ideas for Valentine’s Day

By Taylor Gabbey, HRI Graduate Assistant Valentine’s Day is a time of affection. Romantic partners spend additional time together, and friends and family exchange small gifts to show their appreciation. While the season is full of fun ways to show

Eleanor February 14, 2020December 16, 2019 Couples, Singles Read more

Be Yourself!

In healthy relationships, both people feel comfortable to be themselves! When you feel like you’re free to be your authentic self, you can develop a stronger, more genuine connection in your relationships.

Eleanor February 8, 2020February 8, 2020 Uncategorized Read more

Validation Promotes Emotional Security

Validation means recognizing and accepting your loved ones’ thoughts, feelings, and experiences. You don’t have to agree or even completely understand where someone is coming from to provide validation. Instead, validation communicates to others, “I see you, hear you, and

Eleanor February 3, 2020January 31, 2020 Uncategorized Read more

A Safe Space

A healthy relationship is a safe space for openness and honesty! Both people feel comfortable sharing their truths and communicating openly and honestly without fear of how the other person will respond.

Eleanor December 19, 2019December 19, 2019 Uncategorized Read more

Something Special

Show someone you love that you are thinking of them by doing something special for them today! When we express our love for our partners, friends, and family, we show them that we value our relationship with them. Doing something

Eleanor December 18, 2019December 18, 2019 Uncategorized Read more
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