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Alpana Shitolé
19 hours ago4 min read
Overwhelmed by School? High School Stress Management Starts with This One Habit
The other day, I was talking to a group of parents, and the same conversation popped up: “My kid is drowning in schoolwork.” “They have...
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Alpana Shitolé
Feb 63 min read
Breaking the Cycle of Instant Gratification: Raising Teens Who Play the Long Game
We live in an age where patience is practically an endangered species. Click a button, instant delivery. Post a picture, instant likes....
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Alpana Shitolé
Jan 303 min read
The 1% Better Every Day Rule: The Antidote to Instant Gratification for Teens
Ever watched a teen impatiently refresh their phone, waiting for a text back, a like, or a next-level gaming reward? Instant...
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Alpana Shitolé
Jan 253 min read
Breaking the Scroll Spell: Practical Ways to Help Kids Manage Screen Time Without a Battle
We’ve all seen it happen—your teen sits down to finish homework, and the next thing you know, they’re deep in a rabbit hole of YouTube...
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Alpana Shitolé
Jan 153 min read
The Cost of Letting Things Slide: How Shyness In Teens Affects Friendships
Imagine this: Your teen is standing in the cafeteria line, when someone—let’s say it’s a senior with a very questionable sense of...
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Alpana Shitolé
Dec 29, 20242 min read
Build Your Student's Confidence with a Simple One-Minute Trick
When it comes to grades, many students face a recurring, powerful emotion: fear. If you've seen Inside Out 2 , you might remember...
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Alpana Shitolé
Dec 12, 20243 min read
How to Help Teenagers Handle Criticism
Parenting teens is a balancing act, isn’t it? On one hand, they’re still in that in-between stage—not quite children, not fully adults....
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Alpana Shitolé
Nov 21, 20243 min read
How to Be Less Shy: A Guide for Teens (and Their Parents Who Love Them Anyway)
Let’s get one thing straight— shyness isn’t bad. It’s not a flaw, a weakness, or something to “fix.” It’s like your brain’s very own...
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Alpana Shitolé
Sep 15, 20243 min read
How To Build Confidence In Teens
As a educationalist I’ve asked hundreds of parents the same question: “What’s the one skill you think is most important for your child’s...
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Alpana Shitolé
Aug 13, 20243 min read
Raising Resilient Teens: The Power of Emotional Intelligence
Navigating the challenges of adolescence is no small feat, especially when it comes to the pressures of school life. From managing...
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Arya Sitolay
Jul 17, 20243 min read
How Reading Transformed My Life: A Teen's Journey to Academic Success
Learn about the benefits of reading for teenagers, from improved language skills to higher SAT and ACT scores.
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Alpana Shitolé
Jun 27, 20242 min read
Turning Aspirations Into Actions: Teen Success Strategies
In a recent survey, teens defined success in two ways: “to reach my goals” and “to live a comfortable life.” However, the journey to...
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Alpana Shitolé
May 28, 20243 min read
A Time Management Hack: How Top Performing Students Stand Out
“Hard things are easy things not done in time. “ - Unknown A few months ago, I had to visit my cardiologist. As I entered the clinic, I...
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Alpana Shitolé
Feb 13, 20242 min read
A 14-Year-Old's Journey: Translating EQ To Leadership
Someone was bullied for his skin color at my school. Typically, I would ignore something like this, but I have learned about the EQ Zone...
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Alpana Shitolé
Dec 31, 20232 min read
Rethinking Success: Beyond the Rat Race of Academic Excellence
Right before this winter break, as I was driving my high schooler to school for her midterms, I was struck by the almost palpable sense...
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Arya Sitolay
Dec 13, 20233 min read
Discipline Over Motivation: A Teen's Insight on Productivity
I was reading one day when I came across a line that said, “Don’t rely on motivation to get where you want; use your discipline.”...
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Alpana Shitolé
Nov 29, 20232 min read
Effective Conversation Techniques For Teens For A Memorable Holiday
As the holiday season of togetherness dawns upon us, it's a great time to reflect on and strengthen our children’s communication skills...
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Alpana Shitolé
Oct 17, 20234 min read
From Fear to Freedom: How to leverage Emotional Intelligence for Personal Growth and Leadership
Emotions are a fundamental aspect of human existence. It is worth noting that emotions are triggered by something we deeply care about....
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Alpana Shitolé
Sep 20, 20232 min read
What Drives Success: Resilience or Relationships?
Very recently, I found myself at the crossroads of a perplexing question, often voiced by concerned parents eager to cultivate future...
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Alpana Shitolé
Sep 15, 20232 min read
From Disagreements to Dialogues: Guiding Teens To Communicate Completely
As parents, preparing our children for successful interpersonal relationships is a crucial task. One of the foundational elements of...
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