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4 Reasons that Journaling is Good for Teens
Last week, I posted about Journaling for Kids. This week, we will look at journaling for teens. There are many ways journaling can help someone, from finding clarity to expressing your emotions, but there are some unique advantages for pre-teens and teenagers. Here are some of the top benefits for teens who start using a journal on a daily basis. It Improves Their Self-Esteem and Confidence If there is one thing that most teens universally struggle with, it is their self-esteem. This sometimes start when they are younger, but typically starts around ages 12 or 13. Through journaling, they discover so much about themselves, including what might be causing the…
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One Year Ago and Some Spicy Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms
One year ago today, I published my first post on this blog. My Scars Tell the Story A lot has happened in the past year. Published a lot of posts. Attempted to homeschool my daughter (like we all did and are doing). I celebrated 2 years of my kidney transplant and my son graduated from high school and has gone off to college. My father — who was living with us — passed away. All while I have essentially locked myself down. I venture out some for errands that I can have delivered or that I need to attend in person. I did get to take my son to college…
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Portobello and Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash
Hi! Today is National Acorn Squash Day. As a kid, I had no idea there were so many different types of squash! This recipe — Portobello and Sage-Stuffed Acorn Squash — is one that you can enjoy as the weather gets cool (in some places) as we head into fall. This protein-packed stuffed acorn squash provides a healthy and tasty alternative to traditional holiday side dishes. Crisp pancetta, rich Portobello mushrooms, sweet dates, and aromatic sage bring fabulous, yet diverse, flavor to every bite. As an added bonus, the lentils and walnuts make it more filling, so maybe you’ll be able to stop at just one piece of pumpkin pie…
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Nutrition for Healthy Eyes
Truth: Worsening eyesight is inevitable and a result of the natural aging process. Another truth: Diet and nutrition can play a key role in eye health and slow down vision deterioration. As a kid many of us were told to drink our milk for strong bones and teeth. Our parents begged us to eat spinach claiming it would make us strong. We were also urged to eat our carrots for healthy eyes. The funny thing is, these are all actually true and not just a sly way to encourage a healthy diet. Our eyes have a very important job for their size, and it would be wise for us to…
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Common Emotions Triggered During a Crisis
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Struggling to deal with your emotions and emotional health after a crisis? This is a valid question during the current situation for most people. We all try to adapt to our new circumstances and uncertainty. We all try to keep up a brave face but inside everything is a twisted knot of stress, fear, and longing for normalcy. That’s a lot! Going through any kind of crisis…
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Four Benefits of Journaling for Kids
With all the changes in your child’s life — everything is just weird — it might be a great time to start him or her out with a journal. If you thought journaling is only something teens and adults could do, you’re in for a big surprise! While it might look a little different for kids, they can benefit a lot by writing in a journal. Here are some of those benefits. A Safe Place for Expression Journaling provides a safe, private, non-judgmental space for kids to write about anything they want. This includes what they are thinking or feeling. It is important that — as a parent– you allow…
