Back-to-school is always a time when parents and teachers revisit what is important for children and how to best support their positive development. This popular list of back-to-school articles has been updated annually for almost 15 years, archived in the 2026-27 school year. Listed by category, you’ll find almost 50 […]
Compass-Inspired
How do teens become self-aware in today’s fast-paced, hyperconnected world? According to our recent research, developing a strong sense of self-awareness may be one of the most important skills a young person can cultivate. Between the constant hum of social media, academic pressures, and evolving identities, teens are bombarded with […]
Self-Awareness
“Honestly, I sometimes truly wish that ‘tools’ such as the iPhone (or any smartphone), laptops, iPads, tablets, etc. hadn’t been invented. Sure, they’re great, incredibly useful, and fun time-killers. But the way teenagers abuse them, and turn them into mini social control rooms is frankly awful.” At first glance, you […]
Sociability
My favorite group to speak to about reducing screen time and living a more present and joy-filled life is school-age children. When I tell my eager listeners that the purpose of my book, Hands Free Life, is to show people how to turn away from the daily distractions of screen […]
Sociability
If you’re like most adults, you probably have an opinion about the effects of video games on children and teenagers. In fact, you might be a bit skeptical about their value. I’ll be the first to admit my own bias, particularly against violent games. As I’ve watched my grandchildren play […]
Resilience
