The Tools To Create Empathy
What does it mean to have empathy? Empathy is the ability to imagine oneself in the situation of another, experiencing the emotions, ideas, or opinions of that person. In other words, putting yourself in someone else’s shoes — Understanding and feeling what the other person is going through without judgment or persecution. The current events […]
Be Strong International Invitado del Programa “A Otro Nivel” de Doral Voice, con Juan Carlos Esquivel!
Monika Sánchez, Gerente Senior de Comunicaciones y Oscar Díaz, Gerente de Casos, compartieron acerca de la labor que realiza Be Strong International para ayudar a la comunidad del sur de Florida y en particular, sobre su programa Marriage Matters. Vea cómo Oscar explica cómo el programa de Marriage Matters ayuda a parejas casadas mejorar sus […]
The Secrets to a Great Parent and Teenager Relationship
Once, you and your child felt like best friends. You played together, laughed together, shared sports or hobbies together. They seemed to look up to you, often bringing their friends to the house. Then, you suddenly became the enemy. What happened? Your child became a teenager, that’s what. Starting around age 13 – but often […]
Kids Find Fun and Learning at the Be Strong Intl. After School Club
Is your middle schooler looking for something fun to do after school? Are you looking for an activity to help them learn valuable skills and build positive relationships with other kids? Then, sign them up for the Be Strong Intl. After School Club – they’ll get both benefits! The Be Strong Intl. After School Club […]
Monitor the Time Your Child Spends in Front of Screens
Children love electronic devices. A lot of adults do, too. Smartphones, tablets, computers and TV bring us music and video games and connect us with people and events close by and around the world. But children need guidance in electronic use, just as they do with other aspects of life. Parents must monitor children’s screen […]
Teach Your Child to Be a Good Friend
It’s essential to have friends in our lives. Some of us wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for our friends. They can be a source of support in times of need, making it a little easier to overcome life’s problems. Take a moment and think about your relationship with your best friend. How long did […]
Child Independence Will Reduce Stress in Parents
One of the primary goals for any parent should be to create a self-sufficient adult who can live independently with no supervision from their mom or dad. But independence is not a skill you can start teaching children in their last few years of adolescence; you can’t do everything for them until they become teenagers […]
Miami Radio Station “99 Jamz” Talks Project PEACE with Be Strong’s CEO, Michelle Shirley
On Sunday, July 11th, residents of South Florida were able to tune their radios in to 99 Jamz, as host Supa Cindy interviewed Be Strong International’s CEO, Michelle Shirley. Watch the video below! You can also read the entire interview below! Supa Cindy Good morning everybody. Welcome back to part two of Community Matters right […]
Make a Schedule to Assign Chores
How can you help your child do better in school, fit in with others in their social group and be successful later in life? Make them do the dishes. Or cut the lawn, take care of family pets – any other household chore you assign them. Parenting experts say household chores are one of the […]
Fighting in Front of the Children Creates Insecurity
Fighting in Front of the Children Creates Insecurity Home should be a safe haven for those living in it – a place where everyone gets along, finds refuge for the pressures of the outside world and is accepted by people who love them. Children should look forward to coming home to a happy, loving place. […]