Speak up when it’s called for: Fight injustice, stand up for others, etc. but shut the F up if you’re thinking about offering an unsolicited opinion or advice about anything you’re not personally an expert in.


12, 16



Create tech-free zones and times.


10, 11, 12, 13, 19, 21



What does entitlement mean to you? I think it means the assumption that we are owed something simply by virtue of who we are rather than what we’ve earned.


10



Netflix “Who Was?” A biography show for kids.


6-8



Just do the next right thing. One step at a time, you’ll get there.


13, 18, 21



Look up crowd cow for meat delivery.


10



When you feel hopeless that’s when you know it’s time to seek help. It’s a red flag in someone’s demeanor. Notify parents if you notice this feeling of deep despair in yourself or someone you know. Help really does help.


13, 15, 17, 19, 21



"The only way to work through sh*tty feelings is to walk through sh*tty feelings." - Psychologist Kristen Howe Hard lesson, but big truth.


15



Frustrated with school or work? It bothers you because you care or you hurt. That’s human.


14



People learn all sorts of different ways. I found I learn best by repetition (drills) especially true for skills. And by listening for studying. Recording my lectures in college made a huge difference in my ability to learn and retain material. Let’s find what works for you.


14, 17



Approach difficult conversations looking to learn something, not to prove something.


16, 21



Look into YMCA “family camp” in PA.


7



Write your own job description. When you've been around long enough to know what you're good at and can identify what needs in the company you can help with.


21



Learn what triggers you. It’s probably just two or three things. Work on your issues


14, 18. 21



Watch Ted Lasso together.


16



Work on developing a “no shortcuts” mode. Looking for a faster/easier/bare-minimum option isn’t always bad. People get paid a lot of money for creating efficacy. But there are times when that approach is wrong. Anything you want to grow from (relationships, school, work, wealth, health, knowledge, etc.) those things deserve your full effort, focus and dedication. Play. Definitely play! But don’t f*ck around.


12, 14, 15, 18, 19, 21



When disciplining remember: First acknowledge the emotion, then address the behavior.


2-4, 13, 15



“When little people get overwhelmed by big feelings it’s our job to share our calm, not join their chaos.” L.R. Knost


1, 2, 3, 4, 10



For parties, collect cell phones and put them in a basket. "Parent calls only. Enjoy the people here! They're pretty awesome!"


12



Hold yourself to account when you screw up but give yourself some grace. Instead of “I’m such a terrible person” ask yourself “”How can I make up for this? What can I learn from this? How can I do better next time?”


10, 12, 15, 19



Brambly Hedge series by Jill Barklem.


2-5



Always remember - cheesecake is the best cake.


21



Don’t confuse impulsive with courageous.


10, 14, 19, 21



Name a few male celebrities you would feel safe with alone in a room. Keanu Reeves, Jack Black, Barack Obama, to start us off.


11, 13, 15



You can forgive someone without speaking to them. Or you can move on without forgiving. Closure isn’t necessary to moving on. The only thing necessary is to move. Move your body, change your perspective, go on a trip, go to a new coffee shop, just move.


16, 19, 21



Save where you can. Spend when you have to. Splurge every once in a while.


15, 21



Book: “victory. Stand!” By Tommie Smith


14



Cut people some slack, everyone is entitled to a bad day.


17-20



Be supportive of someone who is trying to better themselves.


16



Sweetheart you don’t have room in your life for people who don’t get you. Let your light shine…and f*@k anyone who doesn’t appreciate it.


14, 16, 18, 20