There's an overwhelming amount of information out there for parents and grandparents on how to raise well-developed children. There are so many aspects to consider—from teaching them to be independent ...

Sam was "helping with the dishes," loading the dishwasher soap dispenser, when his mother casually asked what he thought his friend Will might like for a birthday present. Sam was excited to give Will ...

From building imaginary worlds in empty bedrooms to becoming adults who thrive in solitude, those quiet childhood hours weren't just passing time—they were secretly forging nine extraordinary traits ...

New evidence reveals that young children learn self-awareness through experiences of touch. Most babies begin recognizing themselves in mirrors when they are about a year and half old. This kind of ...

Franklin D. Roosevelt wisely observed that the only real barrier to achieving tomorrow’s potential lies in today’s doubts. This insight feels particularly relevant when we think about kids navigating ...

Parenting has always evolved with the times, shaped by changing values, technologies, and social expectations. Yet, the pace of change in today’s world has made the traditional parenting model feel ...

Truly self-aware people tend to do two things incredibly well, according to clinical psychologist Melanie A. McNally: they acknowledge their emotions, feelings, and behaviors, while also regulating ...

When anxiety strikes, self-awareness can morph into toxic rumination. Here's how it can deepen your crisis instead of helping you solve it. Change can be deceptively complex and difficult to perceive ...