Category: Empowering Girls

Young Girls and Self Esteem: Photoshop Lies Exposed
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Young Girls and Self Esteem: Photoshop Lies Exposed

The debate over “photoshopped” models and celebrities has raged for years in the media. Glossy magazines are emblazoned with pictures of celebrities that somehow appear 20 lbs lighter, tattoo-free, and without a line in sight on their 40 year old face. Are they just genetically blessed or are we being deceived by technology? While no [...]

Empowering Girls with Confidence and Inner Strength
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Empowering Girls with Confidence and Inner Strength

Empowering girls with confidence and inner strength is top of mind these days as my six-year-old daughter’s next birthday approaches. I talk to her often about the importance of beauty and brains, why inner strength and perseverance are the keys to success, and how to overcome failure. But is it enough? It seems like all [...]

Teaching our Daughters the Power of Beauty and Brains
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Teaching our Daughters the Power of Beauty and Brains

As a Mother I can’t help but be heartsick and frustrated as I read some of the headlines that pass for “news” these days.  I know I sound like the crazy old lady at church preaching about the “good ‘ol days”, but so be it. Whether it’s Heidi Montag making herself bionic, Britney having a very [...]

Young Einstein’s: Raising Kids to Think Big, Really BIG.
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Young Einstein’s: Raising Kids to Think Big, Really BIG.

One of the greatest lessons I share with my kids is challenging them to think big.  The world needs less sheep and more leaders.  Big thinkers that can help drive new theories for cleaner living, stronger morals, and innovative technologies that will help us live better.  While I don’t have a clue on how to [...]

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