Self-awareness is a profound developmental advance that shapes how toddlers begin to understand themselves as separate individuals and relate to others. It's arrival is deeply intertwined with both ...

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 ...

“More often, people who struggle with self-awareness have difficulty with metacognition—that is, the ability to reflect on ...

There's an important difference between productive alone time and isolation, especially for children early in life who are most impressionable and vulnerable to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and ...

Self-advocacy skills help to build confidence and reduce feelings of helplessness, writes columnist. It's good to start young ...

This phrase demonstrates emotional validation at its finest. Research shows that emotional intelligence in kids helps predict life success. Parents who use this language acknowledge their child's ...

Amani Health and Kreston Pedabo lead a Lagos children empowerment initiative, teaching 1,000 kids vision-building and ...