I have always taken issue with the term “best friends” – this initially stemmed from the fact that I myself did not have a true best friend until the end of high school. But even after claiming the experience myself, I consider the implications and expectations of that expression to be ultimately detrimental to how … [Read more…]
You’re in a small pond • These are the friends you have access to right now. Finding the right friends is heavily contingent on finding the right environment. College, your career, even a club will open opportunities to meet “your people.” The best revenge is your future success • It may seem easiest to sit … [Read more…]
One of the most common misconceptions about girl bullying (and bullying in general), is that it disappears after the adolescent years. It’s an unfortunate reality I’ve faced that this is just simply not the case. I’ve encountered my fair share of adults who never quite shook the habits of exchanging nasty looks and indulging cattiness. … [Read more…]
Girl bullying takes a toll on the entire family, and it can be difficult to know how best to help your daughter through these painful years. Here are 6 tips to facilitate open communication: Do ask her what she needs from you • Navigating what to say when you first pick her up from school … [Read more…]
What comes to mind when you picture girls fighting? Odds are, it involves rumor spreading and gossip. I’ve always felt there’s a huge distinction, however, between gossiping and venting – although the more you engage in the latter, the blurrier that line becomes. When I reflect on what the function of talking about other people … [Read more…]