Help him write a letter to someone in power if he has a question or concern about something he sees going on in the world.


7-11



The "work" in "relationships take work" should be like the "work" it takes to go to the beach. “Sure, you gotta pack food, beverages, drive there, park, and set up... But you get to the beach


18, 21



Super good-looking people often don’t develop good people skills because they’ve been able to get by on their looks. Listen! Beauty fades. Get curious about people who don’t necessarily catch your eye right away.


16, 19, 21



Just love them. With all your might, them for who they are, and where they are. Forget about the other stuff.


15



Let's find little ways to practice self-control and build that muscle.


11



Resist the urge to give unsolicited advice. Wait…this entire thing is unsolicited advice!


15



If a girl is drunk she cannot consent. Don’t even think about hooking up when your partner is intoxicated. It’s immoral and illegal. No excuses. No exceptions. . Break this law and you will be (rightfully) charged with rape and you will get sent to prison.


15



Awesome game we did at preschool - play I SPY. Try with objects or emotions, such as "I spy something sad" or "I spy something joyful." To help him learn empathy.


3-5



Actions have consequences- so does inaction. Avoiding a problem or decision is not an effective solution.


18



You have to be in a good place to be able to make good choices. If you’re run-down, sick, grieving, addicted or in a really bad relationship, etc. you won’t be able to make healthy choices. It’s a catch 22 I know. My point is that you have to take care of yourself (or get help) so you can be in a position to make healthy, good choices.


17, 21



Gambling is designed to be seductive- Everything about casinos and online gambling sites is about getting you to hand over your cash. It’s a scam. Don’t fall for it!


15, 18



“Success is liking who you are, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” - Maya Angelou


13, 15, 21



Remember Mom's birthday


2-21



When it comes to clothes and makeup, women have one dress code: whatever the f*ck they want. Hijab or bikini, it’s not women’s job to appeal to men. It’s not women’s job to keep men’s appetites subdued.


14, 17, 21



Just focus on shining on your own terms. Your shine is not dependent on anyone or anything else.


15



Model good nutrition and fitness routine.


4



Never open someone else's mail, or listen to their conversation, etc. If it's not your business to know, don't snoop.


14-21



Follow your dreams…not your boyfriend’s.


16



Repeat after me: “I am beautiful I am loved I am safe I am free. I don’t need to be like them I just need to be like me.”


7, 8, 9, 13, 16



YouTube Randy Pauch The Last Lecture. Watch together.


14



Let people do what they want to do so you can see what they’d rather do.


16



Go as a family to local high school musical productions.


9-13



1

Rain, snow or sleet...Always return the shopping cart to the proper spot in the parking lot.


17



Never say anything behind someone's back that you wouldn't say to their face.


11, 14, 18



Emotional pain is just like physical wound- you can choose to ignore it but it will only fester. Address the pain. Literally talk to it, and listen to it- it’s got so much to say.


11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21



Floss!!! All kinds of health benefits including decreased risk for heart disease and diabetes. Plus you get to keep your teeth. It's a no-brainer.


14, 18, 21



Never follow an “I love you” with a “but...” Instead, follow it with “and...” or “that’s why...” Remember this when they’re young, teach it to them when they’re older.


10, 20



Be kind. Be brave.


5-10



Before speaking (or texting) ask yourself three questions: Is it kind? Is it true? Is it necessary? If not all three, don’t speak. (PS “kind” isn’t the same as good news. You can deliver bad news with kindness.)


11, 14, 20