Sharing Stories with men of the Most High
This morning I had a blessed time reflecting and releasing with the men of the Most High at New St. Mark Baptist Church! We transparently shared stories of trials and trauma as we discussed #CryLikeAMan. I was moved when the man next to me became overwhelmed with emotions and one of his tears fell on my forearm. It has been said that example has more followers than reason… Pastor Larry Smith thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable—it opened the door for your men to feel free to break free from misconstrued masculinity and embrace their humanity.
Wellness Wednesday – Trauma Informed Parenting
Trauma Informed Parenting
Read MoreWomen’s History Month
Parents, it’s Women’s History Month! Have you heard of Wangari Maathai? She is the first African Woman tie win the Noble Peace Prize. Wangari Maathai was a Kenyan social, environmental and a political activist and the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.…
Read MoreFriday Yunion Parent Check-In
Friday Yunion Parent Check-In
Read MoreParents Are Heroes
Parents 👋, we have partnered with Detroit Public Schools Community District and their Parent Engagement Conference. Join us March 28th from 8am-3pm at The Renaissance Center at the Detroit Marriot where our CEO Jason Wilson] will be one of the presenters. The goal of the…
Read MoreWellness Wednesday – Parental Advisory and Intentional Parenting
Parental Advisory – Intentional Parenting
Read MoreTalk To ‘Em Tuesday – Talking Prompts for Parents to Engage Their Adolescent
Parents 👋, it’s “Talk to ‘Em Tuesday” 🗣️ Today’s talking prompt: “What is your favorite thing about yourself, and what is one thing about yourself that you want to work on?” This prompt can encourage your teenager to reflect on their strengths and weaknesses, and…
Read MoreParenting Teens And Tweens – Allowing Abnormal Aggression To Escalate Can Be Harmful
Parents, did you know “Verbal aggression is common among adolescents, especially boys, due to hormonal changes and a desire for independence. However, if this behavior becomes abusive or turns into physical violence, it’s important to seek help. Allowing abnormal aggression to escalate can be harmful.…
Read MoreStudents With Awareness & Goals – Stay Positive
Parents, hear what our students have to say about what they learned in their SWAG life skills sessions. “I learned so much from ‘swag’ today! Don’t give negativity to those who give you negativity” – stay positive! #swag #positivity #lifelessons #nofighting #staypositive #spreadlove
Read MoreParenting Teenage Girls Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
Words from our Executive Director @mrsnicolewilson “Being a mom to a teenage girl is not for the faint at heart. Our girls begin forming into young women and can often become a mirror for ourselves- who we were, who we are and the in between…
Read MoreFriday Yunion Parent Check-in – For Parents And Adults That Work With Adolescence
Program Director Mr. Ron’s (desired) weekly Check-in for Parents and adults that work with adolescence
Read MoreWellness Wednesday – Recognizing Signs Of Distress In Youth
Recognizing Signs of Distress in Youth
Read MoreImportant Role Parents Have In Setting Examples For Their Children
Parents, 👋 We often take for granted the important role parents have in setting examples for their children. Apologizing shows our children that we take ownership of our mistakes, and it’s an example of how we can make up for our wrongs and build trust…
Read MoreLet’s Work Together To Raise Awareness And Prevent Dating Violence
Parents, “Did you know” that 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 10 boys have experienced physical and/or sexual dating violence? This is a serious issue that affects the well-being and safety of young people. Let’s work together to raise awareness and prevent dating violence.…
Read MoreWellness Wednesday – “What is Trauma Informed Parenting”
Trauma Informed Parenting – “What is Trauma Informed Parenting” with Dr. Shantalea Johns
Read MoreTalk To Your Teen: What Makes YOU The Happiest?
Talk to Your Teen: What Makes YOU the Happiest? Come join us for Talk to ‘Em Tuesday! Today, I’m prompting you to ask your adolescent what makes you and them the happiest. Let’s have an engaging conversation and get to know each other a bit…
Read MoreShow Your Adolescents You “Had It” And You Still “Got It”
Parents and Educators (in this case), 👋 Don’t hurt ‘em! 😂 Sometimes you have to let them know who you are and where you came from. Sometimes you have to remind yourself of who you are and where you came from (because we forget). We…
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