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#Building resilience in children and teens
365momme · 4 months
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Building Resilience in Children: Helping them Bounce Back
Resilience is a crucial skill that helps children navigate through life’s challenges with confidence and bounce back from setbacks. As parents and caregivers, it is our responsibility to equip our children with the tools to build resilience. In this blog post, we will explore effective strategies and ask compelling questions aimed at helping you guide your child towards building…
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grison-in-space · 3 months
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Part of the problem with trying to protect young people from exploitation and grooming by extremist elements of the manosphere is that our understanding of exploitation and how to tackle it is still hopelessly out of touch. Dr. Firmin explained that the very hallmarks of adolescence that most attract young men to these online communities are also the ones least understood by traditional support mechanisms. During adolescence, young people prioritize belonging, self-autonomy, and independence. This, she said, is a period in which young people are struggling with intense emotions: they are “more inclined to take risks” and are particularly unlikely to think about “long-term consequences.” As such, traditional support services are not well suited to this period, because they tend to be “targeted at individuals who don’t like to take risks and will think about the long-term consequences of their behavior and will be generally emotionally stable.”
While support structures struggle against these typical adolescent behaviors, Dr. Firmin explained, those who exploit young people “will tend to work with” them, offering children
a sense of risk or going against the grain, focus on short-term gains, what it means in the here and now, and push aside the potential negative long-term consequences… They will provide means by which you can be very emotionally driven and passionate…and also validate those emotions as authentic when other adults are saying, “Don’t get so worked up.”
All this resonates powerfully with the tactics of the manosphere. Young people are offered a highly emotive narrative and a sense of deep belonging and community. They are repeatedly encouraged, in incel forums, for example, to take violent action that would position them as countercultural disrupters without thinking too much about the consequences. “It’s very easy to sell those ideas,” Dr. Firmin added, in a community that boasts about “going against the norm.” In the case of the manosphere, she said, that manifests as “pushing against this idea of new masculinity…or men’s increased role in parenting… This narrative would push against all of that, push against #MeToo, so it’s very easy then to sell it as a risk and sell it into this idea of wanting a sense of self, a sense of personal identity.” In some respects, she said, given the current climate, the attractiveness of the manosphere to young men is “not very surprising at all.”
Men Who Hate Women, 2020, Laura Bates.
... Ohhhhh. Well, Bates is talking about young men getting sucked into the manosphere, but TERF tactics make a whole lot more sense now, don't they? There's all this uncertainty in our collective lives, and a simple but risky narrative that just requires brave, passionate folks to stand up for what they believe in to fix everything...
Ah.
For that matter, the same patterns totally resonated with me in my teens and twenties; I just had causes that I still feel good about to stand up for, like queer solidarity and ace community raising and allyship as an active choice.
I'm carrying some grief about that this morning—I have a lot of scars that came from being brave and open and riskily vulnerable and trusting my own resilience and hard work to catch me, and it's been a hard, hard ten years. But I also find myself thinking in the same breath: oh. That's the same romantic tendency that's kicking off the wistfulness about labor uprisings I was so critical of last night, and that association builds commitment to changing the critically unfair economic systems of inequality we live with. That's the same energy that makes so many teenagers so emphatic about climate change. That's the thing that makes my grad students stamp feet and snap "well, it shouldn't be like that then!" while I'm trying to do more with less to support them and keep them safe. And sometimes that makes me adjust my course, often for the better.
Stuff like this really renews my commitment to listening to folks who are significantly different in age to me. Sometimes I think they are missing big things in their politics, but sometimes I think that the uncompromising optimism of what could be is a powerful, heady current.
I've only been an adult for about a decade, is the thing, and I've already watched the activism of the generation of millennial activists I grew up alongside make real, profound changes in the status quo, often but not always informed by the support and lessons of generations that have broken the trails before ourselves. I think there can be a certain complacency about that, an idea that younger folks are going to either save us unassisted (lol no) or pick up largely arbitrary battles and waste the momentum of their energy and commitment. I don't think that complacency is a good idea, but it exists. It's worth opposing.
Just like any social construct, generations are both imaginary and profoundly real at the same time, both a wave and a particle at once. It's worth thinking about what people at different ages and life stages need, and it's always worth thinking about how to build coalitions to best channel and support one another.
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simstopiaa · 9 months
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Simstopia Legacy Challenge
🌟 Introducing the Simstopia Legacy Challenge! 🌟
Embark on a remarkable journey through generations in The Sims 4. In this legacy, you'll craft a family saga filled with triumphs, trials, and the pursuit of dreams in just 5 generations.
From the humble beginnings of a wallflower's aspirations to the dazzling heights of fame, experience the intricate tapestry of lives interwoven by destiny. Generations will rise and fall, each bearing the mark of the stars and their unique aspirations.
You'll navigate through triumphs and tribulations, building a legacy that echoes through time. Will you nurture relationships, celebrate fame, or find solace in a quieter life? The choices you make will shape the legacy that unfolds.
Starting Out:
Create a new household with a female sim and male sweetheart for Generation 1 (You may begin the challenge as teens if you prefer!)
Place them on a 20x20 lot or smaller in the Copperdale neighborhood
Set their starting funds to $3000
Play at whatever lifespan you prefer for your gameplay
Only have to finish or max a requirement if specifically stated
Only have to move or stay put, if explicitly stated
Get Famous, High School Years, Parenthood, and Spa Day are required for the challenge
Tag #SIMSTOPIALEGACY so we can enjoy your gameplay!
**Generation 1** The Resilient Vintner
In the shadows of high school hallways, you were a wallflower with dreams as vibrant as the grapes that would one day fill your winery. The quiet corridors couldn't contain your aspirations, nor could they mask the spark within. A nice boy, a rarity in your world of introverted thoughts, shattered your timid facade, and together you danced through the corridors of your dreams.
Life spun its web, and as young adults, a surprise awaited in the form of impending parenthood. Two heartbeats echoed in your third trimester, a symphony of life that harmonized with your fears and hopes. But then, like a cruel twist of fate, the same boy who had chipped away your shyness disappeared, leaving you heartbroken and resolute.
Determination carved its path through your life like vines in a well-tended garden. You donned the role of both gardener and parent, nurturing both flora and fledgling hearts. Your hands learned the craft of winemaking, turning grapes into bottled poetry. With few friends, you showered your twins with all the love life could muster, becoming both their guardian and guiding star.
Nectar Maker Aspiration
Socially Awkward Trait
Perfectionist Trait
Good trait
Fall in love with high school sweetheart
Master gardening, nectar making, cooking & comedy
Accidentally fall pregnant with twins before adulthood (may cheat to achieve)
HS sweetheart dumps you and never meets your kids
Master gardening career
Never marry until your kids move out
Never have more children
**Generation 2**The Bartender's Sanctuary
In the shadow of a single mother's devotion, you and your twin were raised. But as your sibling basked in maternal admiration, you found solace in the independence born from abandonment. Academia was a breeze you barely entertained, for you knew you held an unspoken ticket to leniency. Graduation opened a door into the world of cocktails, a bartender's stage where you mixed spirits and stories, all while never leaving the refuge of your childhood haven.
Mixology became your symphony, crafting concoctions that spoke volumes in each glass. Charisma oiled the gears of social interaction, while video gaming and comedy painted your private world with laughter. Romantic dalliances played like fleeting melodies, each a brief verse before the chorus of commitment. And as the years unfolded, you embraced marriage and parenthood, your own family story beginning within the walls that sheltered your formative years.
Mixology Aspiration
Bro trait
Non-Committal Trait
Lazy Trait
Master mixology, charisma, video gaming & comedy
Don’t move out of your childhood home until marriage
Date at least 4 sims before marrying in adulthood
No children until you are married
Have at least 1 child
**Generation 3** The Musical Prodigy
The pulse of music coursed through your veins, setting your heart ablaze. From childhood, you were drawn to the siren call of melodies, a passion that flourished into an early graduation and an unswerving march into the arms of a musician's destiny. As an independent composer, the spotlight danced upon your creations, but it was a hit song that thrust you fully into its radiant embrace. An agent's proposition introduced you to a world of artificial romance, but destiny had other plans.
In a whirlwind of notes and heartbeats, careers and affections intertwined. Love bloomed like a wildflower in Del Sol Valley's fast lane, and soon your family mirrored the crescendo of your professional success. Your children would someday hear your music and know the rhythm of love that had brought them into the world.
Musical Genius Aspiration
Music Lover Trait
Outgoing Trait
Any Trait
Graduate HS early
Master violin, piano, singing & guitar
Become at least a 4 star celebrity
Reach level 5 musician career (may continue)
Marry someone famous & have a big wedding
Have 3 kids with spouse
Move to Del Sol Valley
License at least 6 songs at mailbox
**Generation 4** The Spoiled Celebrity
Fame wrapped its opulent arms around you from birth, a glittering cocoon that promised adoration at every turn. Spoils of privilege were your birthright, a captivating narrative spun from the union of famous souls. The camera's eye adored you, and the silver screen beckoned, a realm where you aimed to eclipse the legendary Judith Ward herself.
With the world as your stage, you carved your own narrative, masterfully delivering lines that echoed across generations. But amid the applause, the applause that never seemed to wane, love remained an elusive muse. The script of your life took an unexpected twist—an autonomous child conceived in a laboratory of scientific wonder. Yet, parenting was a role you played only in name, leaving the care of your creation to others while you reveled in the indulgences fame offered.
Actor or World Famous Celebrity Aspiration
Self Absorbed Trait
High Maintenance Trait
Materialistic Trait
Become a global superstar and earn a celebrity tile
Reach level 10 of acting career
Master acting, charisma, wellness, and singing
Earn a celebrity tile
Never marry, only date
Have a science baby alone as an adult
Have a very low relationship with your child
Hire a butler and keep a butler until you die
Throw many parties
**Generation 5** The Pursuit of Normalcy
A legacy of luminance cast long shadows, the weight of expectations heavy upon your shoulders. The camaraderie of fame beckoned, but your heart yearned for anonymity. Escaping the glare of Del Sol Valley's spotlight, you took flight to a new life, shedding the name that was once synonymous with stardom. In a tranquil town, you forged a life as a teacher, and love blossomed in the form of a local soul.
The bonds you nurtured were ones unshackled by fame's chains, each affectionate gesture a testament to your commitment to create a family in the purity of love, devoid of the opulence that once enshrouded you. Children filled your days with laughter, their lives woven into the tapestry of your own. The wounds of a past lived beneath the glare of the camera began to heal, and as the years flowed like a gentle stream, you found solace in the embrace of a life truly lived.
Big Happy Family Aspiration (Do NOT have to finish)
Family Oriented Trait
Bookworm Trait
Romantic Trait
Quit the spot light when you age up to a young adult
Move out of del sol valley as a young adult (may leave with $40,000)
Don’t have any good friends until you move out of del sol valley
Join the education career
Marry a local sim and have a small intimate wedding
Have at least 2 kids and have a good relationship with them
Master logic, cooking, baking, & parenting
Never speak to your parent again
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certifiedbitch777 · 4 months
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Don't Touch My Hair... I MEANT IT!!!
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Entry Date: 1/18/2024 11:03 pm
Today's topic is 'Don't Touch My Hair,' and I mean it quite literally. I am tired.
Tired.
Tired.
I'm so tired of this shit, and I want to cry and scream and more.
My hair is something I've struggled with since I was a kid. It's a very sore spot. When asked what their ideal hair would be growing up, most girls would point out things such as a difference in texture, thicker hair, or even extra length. For me, it sucked because I didn't have any of the desired traits.
My hair was a lot different than my siblings. Their hair was much fuller than mine. My hair is low density, aka it's hella thin... Man, is it really thin. Reflecting on what I know about my hair now, my hair also has low porosity, while my siblings seemed to have medium porosity.
My mother struggled to plant the proper seeds to make my hair grow and be healthy. She didn't know how to take care of hair like mine. With my siblings having thicker and much more resilient hair, it was no reason why their hair seemed to flourish in different settings; meanwhile, mine would break off at the most minor inconvenience.
For the majority of my life, I grew up with short hair and even went through the phase in middle school of lying about my length so that I wouldn't be ridiculed. I would go to extreme lengths to manipulate my hair in a particular way to feel more feminine and aligned with the beauty standards. None of that would be able to erase the many years of humiliation I would feel from my peers or even my external family (grandma, aunties, etc.). It was like a running joke...
I felt so ugly for many years, but I still held the idea that my beauty was tied to how my hair looked. Even now, in my early 20s approaching my mid-20s, I still struggle with this. I struggle with prioritizing my physical appearance, though I know the beauty within is what counts the most. And trust, I do focus on building my internal world and shifting the harmful internal dialogue, but it's just so hard when the world is built on all superficial matters.
I've won over certain battles that I faced regarding the beauty standard. For example, I have big boobs. Big boobs, by nature, sag due to gravity, skin elasticity, genetics, and so many more factors. I thought something was wrong with me during my teen years. I mean, why the hell was my boobs frowning if I didn't even birth any children?? But the older I got, the less I started to care. Shit neither does my partner, so I just learned to embrace this difference within myself. But when it comes to my hair... it's the battle I'm struggling to win over the most.
I shaved my hair in the summer of 2022. It is now January 2024, and I'm still baldheaded.
Granted, the past year, for me, has been highly stressful. I suffered hair loss due to stress from work, my weight was fluctuating, and my health over was in the gutter. Due to this, I started balding in random spots. However, it's been MONTHS since I stopped balding, and my hair is not even 5 inches...
It makes me feel so ugly.
So masculine.
I mean, I've been with my boyfriend for 2 years, and since we've dated, I've been taking care of his hair. His hair is now mid-back length, drastically different from his mini afro. And yet, here I am, his girl, with shorter hair. It just makes me feel so undesirable. I feel the need to wear a full face of makeup every time my hair is out. That is just utter bullshit!
I'M JUST SO FUCKING TIRED!!
And I'm so hurt.
This never-ending battle with my feminity tied to something as trivial as my hair is draining me. If anybody asked me if I was over all of my hair struggles that summer of 2022 before I shaved it, I would've said yes!! But I'm clearly not and don't know what to do.
Outside of being overpriced for simple services, these new-age stylists LOVE adding a pile of product, mostly thick gel, to our hair and straightening it for basic styles... How are these styles being labeled protective??? My hair just simply won't thrive in those conditions.
And what sucks is I love styles such as mini braids or twists, but hair is such a low density, I end up looking like Cynthia from rug rats LMFAOO. Just 3 goddamn braids on my hair.
I want to know how do I feel pretty with my hair in its current state. That's the question no one knows how to answer, and I don't expect them to. The answer should come from me and only me, but this battle just feels so lonely...
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winterpinetrees · 5 months
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Long Character Bio for Ryn.
Name: Councillor Ryn Stormson Mercuralis
Pronouns: He/Him
Species: Elf (Spark)
Age: 233 (about 40)
Special skills: genius tactician, sailor, just google Air Force Pararescue and see what they can do.
Appearance notes: 5’7 with a strong athletic build. He is ethnically ambiguous as most commonborn elves are, with wavy dark brown hair and dark gray eyes. Ryn has calloused hands and a tattoo of northern hemisphere constellations over his shoulders. He wears a noble vambrace with exactly two red dots. He has somewhat rectangular pointed ears.
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I think this is going to be the longest bio. I rotate this guy around in my brain constantly. He’s just… in the wrong setting. He’s doing great, but he fundamentally should not be here.
Ryn Stormborn Mercuralis is the second most politically powerful person in the Elf World. He’s in the bottom 5% in terms of magical power though. Ryn has one biological son (Fen) but is also a father to Ishtar’s other kids. The coup would not have been successful without him. Thanks to his upbringing, Ryn views humans as well, human. He knows what a war crime is and wants to commit as few as possible. That being said, he wholeheartedly believes that global conquest is the best path forward. This will require war crimes.
Ryn was born about as far from the high nobility as possible. He is a spark from a harbor town parallel to the Gulf Coast. His people are Voyagers. What they lack in magical ability, (you will rarely find a Voyager that isn’t a spark or less) they make up for with grit. Ryn’s last name “Stormson” is actually a title given to the boldest and most skilled Voyagers. It means that Ryn can fly planes like a fighter pilot, sail solo across an ocean, and has basically every skill admired by the Voyagers. He earned this title by the equivalent of his late teens.
Around this time, the human world was going through the Industrial Revolution. Most elves believed that humans would discover radiation soon, and make it to space. Some, especially the nobility, felt threatened by this. Elves, for comparison, hadn’t sent anything to orbit in seven thousand years. Voyagers had been the best astronauts back then, but that was dozens of generations ago. All Voyagers want to go back to space, but it’s viewed as an impossible dream. But Ryn was a Stormson in his 60s. He’d already done the impossible, so why not do it again?
Ryn left home to try and join the nobility when he was 20 in human years. He not only survived the YA novel-esque noble school known as the Conservatory but excelled. He allied with Ishtar Mercuralis to win the final wargame and they earned global fame. Ryn became a rising star of the nobility, but was all but disowned by his people. Voyagers do not kill other kids. Guess what you do at the Conservatory. In the following decades, Ryn has used his power to slowly drag elf society back into a space age. They haven’t built any rockets yet, but they’re getting damn close, and public opinion is finally on his side.
Ryn is a peerless tactical genius and near-perfect shot, but without much magic, he is helpless in noble combat. His relationship with his birth culture is also complicated. He kept his title “stormson” even after joining Genus Mercuralis, and has been trying to raise all three of his children with Voyager values in mind. It’s really difficult though. The voyagers believe in curiosity, equity, and teamwork. The nobles run their entire society on eugenics. It’s Not Great.
If Ishtar is strength, then Ryn is resilience. He might not be able to crack a continental plate like she can, but the ocean and wind eventually wear everything down. Or at least Ryn likes to think of himself as the storm. He’s not. Ryn is a sailor at sea. He’s been dealing with powers he can’t match for centuries now. He can’t get out, he can’t take any of his choices back… and he doesn’t want to. Ryn has always done the impossible and he sees no reason why his luck should run out now. Ryn has forgotten how close he is to drowning.
Ryn watches a lot of softer sci-fi, both human stuff and elven media from the elf space age nearly ten thousand years ago. He is very emotionally invested in NASA. The song I associate with him is Notos by the Oh Hellos.
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dysfunctionalsimmer · 3 months
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The Dysfunctional Sim Legacy Challenge
🚨 This is an ALL-pack challenge 🚨
In The Dysfunctional Sim Legacy Challenge, you will embark on a wild journey with a family of Sims who thrive in chaos, dysfunction, and hilarity. There are ten generations in this challenge. Each generation of this legacy will bring new challenges and absurdity to your gameplay. From questionable life choices to comical mishaps, this legacy challenge will test your Sims' resilience and your ability to manage the most dysfunctional family in all of SimNation.
If you wish to share your journey, please use the hashtag #dysfunctionalsimchallenge
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Basic Rules:
You must dress to code.
Unless stated otherwise no cheats are allowed however for gen one, you may use 'freerealestate' cheat to get your first home if you don't want to build wealth on the streets, that is up to you. But after that no cheats please.
You can live anywhere in the world unless stated otherwise.
Every generation must complete both the career and aspiration of the heir unless stated otherwise.
Your spouses can do whatever you like unless stated otherwise.
Your sims and spouse can be whatever pronoun you wish them to be.
There must always be a biological heir. No robots mmkay.
Life span can be normal or long and you must have auto aging enabled.
Unless stated otherwise if an heir dies you cannot resurrect them. If there is no new generation the challenge has failed. However, if the next gen is alive but is a baby, toddler or child you may create a caregiver for them until they age into a teen if no living family member is available to raise them. Once they're a teen they're on their own.
You have free choice of who the heir will be.
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GENERATION ONE: The Hot Mess
Meet your founder, a perpetually hungover party animal with a penchant for drama and chaos. They’re determined to start a legacy, despite their chaotic lifestyle.
Traits: Party Animal, Outgoing, Cringe
Aspiration: Party Animal
Career: Mixologist (to start with)
Dress code: Hot-mess / Party Animal / Club-ware
Rules:
You must host and achieve gold for every social event available (all packs = 29 parties in total).
You cannot hold down a steady job, you must be fired at least once and quit at least once. You cannot quit a job until you max that career. 
You must have at least three children with different partners, and they must all be raised in unorthodox ways (for example raising them in a basement, only feeding them pizza, etc etc.) Never have any child taken away by child services.
You hate cooking so when it’s not a party day or holiday, you order pizza for dinner.
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GENERATION TWO: The Show Pony
Gen two is a quirky and eccentric sim who just wants to be noticed! They love being the center of attention and have a talent for making people laugh, even if it's unintentional. Their ultimate goal is to make a name for themself in the world of entertainment.
Traits: Goofball, Hot-Headed, Childish
Aspiration: Joke Star
Career: Entertainer
Dress Code: Flamboyant & Flashy
Rules:
Max Comedian career and have at least B-grade fame.
Become best friends with a global superstar and go to a karaoke club with them once a week.
If they are close, always start a fight with the paparazzi even if they’re not there for you. 
Tell a weaponized joke to all alive adults in your relationship panel once it’s unlocked. 
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GENERATION THREE: The Gold Digger
Gen three sim simply loves money. They love flaunting it. They love spending it. They just hate working for it.
Traits: Materialistic, Snob, Self-Absorbed
Aspiration: Mansion Baron
Career: N/A - Marry for Money
Dress Code: Affluent but trashy 
Rules:
You must marry and divorce (not kill) at least five rich Sims while maintaining a fabulous lifestyle. 
You only have one biological child in late adulthood. The rest of the time you drink illudium q-36 birth control or outright avoid woohoo.
Maintain a deep suntan when the weather is warm.
Visit a bar every week for your discount drinks (Friday: Ladies night, Sunday: Guys Night, any other day: Happy Hour) and don't forget to flaunt your wealth when speaking to strangers.
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GENERATION FOUR: The Eco Warrior 
Materialism disgusts Gen four. They want to save the planet while living as green and frugal as possible.
Traits: Freegan, Recycle Disciple, Green Fiend
Aspiration: Eco Innovator Aspiration
Career: Civil Designer Career (Green Technician)
Dress Code: Thrift Store
Rules:
As soon as you hit young adulthood you leave your family behind (split households) and live on the streets.
Once you hit adulthood you start your career, buy land and live off the grid (off-the-grid lot trait must be enabled) in a micro home to raise your family in. Instead of a toilet you own a bush, you have tents as bedrooms for those who can use them.
You can only use things you found in a dumpster or purchased at a flea market to decorate your micro home with.
You marry someone you meet at the flea market.
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GENERATION FIVE: The Conspiracist
Gen five is obsessed with all things strange and unexplained, from ghosts to aliens to government cover-ups. They spend their days researching conspiracy theories and investigating haunted locations around town.
Traits: Paranoid, Nosy, Socially Awkward
Aspiration: Seeker of Secrets 
Career: Paranormal Investigator (Freelancer)
Dress code: Track suits, hoodies and trench coats 
Rules:
Live in a haunted house with a secret basement conspiracy room.
Raise someone from the dead.
Have max friendship with a ghost, a werewolf, a vampire, a mermaid, an alien, patchy, and Bonehilda.
Marry and have children with Father Winter
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GENERATION SIX: The Fang Fan
Gen six sim has just finished reading their favorite vampire romance novel and is now obsessed with everything vampire, they dress like one, they befriend them, they read up about them. They’re so obsessed they get turned into one! After becoming a vampire and living the immortal life for a few years, they realize being a vampire is really boring, so they find a way to turn back into a human before they die.
Traits: Bookworm, Non-Committal, Cringe
Aspiration: Master Vampire
Career: N/A - earn your wealth by selling fine aged bottles of plasma nectar as well as other vampire concoctions.
Dress Code: Victorian / Goth
Rules:
Have equal numbers of vampire children and human children.
Reach the highest rank in the Vampire lore skill.
Turn at least 5 other Sims into vampires.
Discover the cure for vampirism and become human again.
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GENERATION SEVEN: The Thrill-Seeking Daredevil
Gen seven has a hunger for adrenaline and seeks out dangerous stunts to satisfy their need for excitement. They live life on the edge, pushing their physical limits to the extreme. Their bro-like attitude and daredevil antics make them a hit with the thrill-seeking crowd.
Traits: Active, Bro, Adventurous
Aspiration: Extreme Sports Enthusiast
Career: Athlete (Professional Athlete branch)
Dress code: Sporty
Rules:
Climb to the Highest peak of Mt. Komorebi
Celebrate the first day of the season by doing the following: Summer = drink beetle juice. Fall = Order and eat puffer fish meal. Winter = make a wish at a wishing well. Spring = Eat a Cowplant “cake”.
On every first day off work go deep scuba diving in Sulani.
If you make it to an Elder, die from overexertion.
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GENERATION Eight: The Neglectful Pet Lover
Gen Eight has a heart of gold but a messy lifestyle. They can't resist taking home every stray they come across, but they often forget to feed or care for them properly, leading to their escape back into the wild.
Traits: Animal Lover, Childish, Slob
Aspiration: Friend of the Animals
Career: Veterinarian
Dress code: Scrubs / Slob 
Rules:
Adopt and take care of at least 4 strays you find in the wild. Have them all run away at least once.
Have max friendship with a flock of wild birds, a bunny and a dust bunny.
Own at least three chickens, two goats and one llama.
Complete the bug collection.
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GENERATION NINE: The Unapologetic Criminal
Gen nine loves crime and is addicted to the thrill of stealing. As they grow older, their kleptomania only intensifies, and they become known as the town's most notorious thief.
Traits: Ambitious, Kleptomaniac, Evil
Aspiration: Public Enemy
Career: Criminal - Boss Branch
Dress Code: Sleek and stealthy outfits.
Goals:
Your spouse is a police officer who you met at prom.
Crime Spree Streak - Steal at least 10 valuable items without getting caught (reset if you get caught.)
Complete a Villainy Degree with honors or higher.
Have at least 3 enemies in the neighborhood.
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GENERATION TEN: The Cursed One
Gen Ten prefers their own company to other sims. They spend their days exploring hidden caves and ancient ruins, searching for treasure and uncovering secrets of the past.
Traits: Self-Assured, Loves Outdoors, Loner
Aspiration: Jungle Explorer
Career: N/A - sell archeology finds to fund your lifestyle.
Dress Code: Adventurer / Outdoorsy
Rules:
Create at least 9 jungle relics.
Explore all hidden zones in the world.
Be cursed five times and find a cure.
As an elder, die from a relic curse you haven’t had before. 
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This challenge was made for some friends who have lost that simming spark despite owning all the pack. It is designed to be long and challenging, but I hope you love it if you try it (my fav is gen 10 because I never made relics before.)
Happy simming everyone <3
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(—) ★ spotted!! NIKOLAI DELACRUZ on the cover of this week’s most recent tabloid! many say that the 25 year old looks like BENJAMIN WADSWORTH, but i don’t really see it. while  the STREAMER/YOUTUBER/ACTOR is known for being RELIABLE my inside sources say that they have a tendency to be RECKLESS i swear, every time i think of them, i hear the song SHE KEEPS ME UP by NICKELBACK  he/him / male} - penned by Sushi
BASICS
Name: Nikolai Mattias Delacruz Nicknames/Alias: Niko Face Claim: Benjamin Wadsworth Age: 25 Gender: Male Sexuality: Heterosexual Date/Place of Birth: May 9, 1997 in Tampa, Fl Currently: Los Angeles, CA Nationality: Latino, Iranian, Swedish, American Occupation: Youtuber/Streamer/Actor
PERSONALITY
Positives/Virtues/Skills: dauntless – not frightened or discouraged resilient – the ability to recover from failures or setbacks adventurous - willing to take risks or to try out new methods, ideas, or experiences. charismatic -  exercising a compelling charm which inspires devotion in others. persuasive - good at persuading someone to do or believe something through reasoning or the use of temptation. sensitive -  good at persuading someone to do or believe something through reasoning or the use of temptation.
Flaws/Weaknesses: arrogant - having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance or abilities. compulsive - resulting from or relating to an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one’s conscious wishes. impulsive - acting or done without forethought. truculent - eager or quick to argue or fight; aggressively defiant. cantankerous - bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative. aggressive - ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression.
Likes Favourite colour? Black Favourite foods? TBD Favourite music? Reggaeton, Hip-Hop, R&B Favorite books? TBD Fears: TBD
RELATIONSHIPS
Parents:  Unknown Delacruz (Biological Father) Unknown Delacruz nee David pronounced Dah-Veed (Biological Mother)
Siblings: N/A
Children: N/A
Other family: TBD Pets: TBD Spouse: N/A Current Partner: N/A Ex-Partners: TBD Co-Workers: TBD Co-Stars: TBD Friends: TBD Enemies: TBD
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Build: 5'9", 158 lbs, muscualr build Hair Colour: Dark brown  Eye Colour: Dark Brown Distinguishing Marks: Scar down left brow and eye
Accomplishments: TBD
Regrets: TBD
Secrets: TBD
HISTORY
Niko was born in Miami, Fl in 1997. His parents passed away when he was 6 years old in a car accident. 
This left Niko to be placed into the system, bouncing all over from foster home to foster home. Some were okay but others were absolute terror. 
At the age of 12, Niko was moved to Tampa, Fl, still bouncing from foster to foster but fortunately for him he met Theodore Beckett at this time and he became a permanent fixture in his life. One of the few people to really know the real Nikolai.
At 14, Niko ended up in the hospital after a severe beating from his alcoholic foster dad. A scar remains running down his left brow and eye from that day, a reminder of the hell he’s endured through his childhood. 
His active celebrity career began with the making of youtube videos, mainly of him doing walk throughs of games and eventually joining twitch and streaming alongside Teddy.
At the age of 19, he landed his first role in one episode of Girl Meets World.
His acting career really shot off when he joined the cast of Teen Wolf as Alec and has been growing ever since.
Leaving this short so I can plot more out with everyone
RESUME
Youtube claim
https://www.youtube.com/@HollowPoiint
Twitch tag: @gamingwithniko
Television Career
Girl Meets World: role; Jordan, age; 19
Teen Wolf: role; Alex, age; 20
Deadly Class: role; Marcus Lopez Arguello, age; 21-22
Your Honor: role; Rocco Baxter, age; 23
Tell Me Lies: role; Drew, age; 24
Movie Career
Unhuman: role; Randall, age; 24
Teen Wolf: role; Alec, age; 25 (Current Project)
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idk how to explain but i swear there is nothing “youthful” and thus inherently attractive abt being a girl who is suffering mental illness.
i feel like being 19, you’re hit with the realization you are finally adult and are either forced to manage your internal battles w mental illness and what you can control in terms of how you treat yourself and others vs creating spaces where you can harm yourself and others and perpetuate the idea that cassie feeling so alone and isolated in her disorder was something attractive.
i look at myself from ages 12-17 and i do not miss her for her sickness. i miss her because i am now trying to build a better life for her, who is now myself. i do not miss her for the fact that she was struggling silently with zero resources to assist her mental issues attractive or desireable. i find it sad that i was too young to understand i was deserving of help and that if you have to ask yourself if something is bad enough, it usually is.
you can put on a confident online façade, but it is very obvious when ur a pro ed/sh account hidden under a pretty aesthetic that occasionally cross tags, you are hurting. no one thinks you’re effy stonem and cool and calm and collected. people think you need help but have little resources, but that it is no excuse to encourage any sort of toxicity toward others esp to online communities that have nothing to do w that.
i bring up age bc usually when it comes to characters glamorized for dealing with mental illness manifesting itself in maladaptive behaviors, it’s often young women, usually white and between their late teens to early 20s being glamorized rather than older people or poc.
speaking as a black girl, we often do not get the luxury of glamorizing our illnesses as in older black generations, their mental health was largely ignored in favor of resiliency during civil rights and many of them internalized that and passed that emotional suppression onto their children.
i felt that firsthand which is why it took so long for my family to even grapple with the fact i struggled mentally. it just wasn’t talked about unless in “extreme” circumstances where it could no longer be ignored.
tldr: literally nothing cute or romantic abt “being” cassie howard and daisy randone but devoid of the personalities they had. these were very sensitive, traumatized girls and cassie was able to rise above and recover while daisy sadly did not have a strong enough support system.
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Mackenzie Lucille Kenner MAC, KENZIE // 41 // CRESCENT WEREWOLF
I am not rude. I just say what others don't have the guts to say.
[ Sophia Bush | She/Her] Another face is seeking safety in New Orleans. Make sure to welcome MACKENZIE KENNER to the home of the resilient. Rumor has it that they are an 41 year old WITCH/WEREWOLF, who is one of the SURVIVORS but we’ll keep that a secret. They are said to be STUBBORN, but that’s all a façade to cover up their LOYAL nature. We’ve heard that they can be found listening to FLOWERS by MILEY CYRUS, which sums them up pretty well. Let’s hope that they can find a way to survive this harsh new world. ( Sushi, 28, EST, She/Her) *sierra’s sibling connection
BASICS
Name: Mackenzie Lucille Kenner Nicknames/Alias: Mac, Kenz, Kenzie Face Claim: Sophia Bush Age: 41 Gender: Female Sexuality: Bisexual Date/Place of Birth: March 14th in New Orleans, LA Currently: New Orleans, LA Nationality/Species: Italian/Werewolf/Witch Occupation: New Orleans Police Department Rank: Captain of the K-9 Unit
PERSONALITY
Positives/Virtues/Skills: Confidence: feeling or showing confidence in oneself; self-assured. Intuitive: using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive. Endearing: inspiring love or affection. Self-Aware: having conscious knowledge of one's own character and feelings.
Flaws/Weaknesses: Stubborn: having or showing dogged determination not to change one's attitude or position on something, especially in spite of good arguments or reasons to do so. Blunt: uncompromisingly forthright. Resentful: feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly. Opinionated: conceitedly assertive and dogmatic in one's opinions.
Personality Type: ESFJ-A: Extraversion (E), Sensing (S), Feeling (F), Judgment(J)
Archetype: Caretaker: Cares for others. Guardian: Protects the weak. Leader: Always knows the best thing to do—and people follow. Rebel/Revelutionary: Stands opposed to the status quo and fights for his cause. Survivor: Pulls through no matter what happens, doesn’t give up.
Likes Favourite colour? Green Favourite foods? Medium Rare Steak, Barbecue, Honeycrisp Apples, White Corn, Chicken Caesar Salads, Chocolate Favourite music? Pretty versatile but really likes any type of rock music Favorite books? Crime, True Crime, Mysteries Fears: She fears the fall of the Crescent Wolves and not being able to protect the pack that she grew up in, that she watched her Uncle and cousin lead.
RELATIONSHIPS
Parents: Thomas Kenner † (Father) Danielle Kenner † (Mother)
Siblings: Nicolotte Cadieux (Older Sister) Evan Kenner (Older Brother) Sierra Kenner (Younger Sister)
Children: Unnamed Kenner (22-Year-Old Son) Unnamed Kenner (21-Year-Old Twin Daughter) Unnamed Kenner (21-year-old Twin Son)
Other family: Jackson Kenner (Older Cousin) Partner: TBD Ex-Partners: TBD Boss/Employer: TBD Co-Workers: TBD Friends: TBD Enemies: TBD
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Build: 5'4", 121 lbs, Curvy muscular build Hair Colour: Dark brown, sometimes a soft blondeish Eye Colour: Green Distinguishing Marks: Tara has a couple of scars from her teen years before she ever triggered her gene from when she would get into fights with some of the other untriggered wolves. Wolf Form: Muscular Body, Pure Snow White Fur, Glowing Golden Eyes
Accomplishments: Graduated top of class from University (majoring in Criminal Justice) and top of her class at the Police Academy, is now Captain of the K-9 Unit at NOPD raised 3 children as a single parent
Regrets: One major regret she has is not being able to give her children the big happy family that she had
Secrets: TBD
HISTORY
Mackenzie had always felt protective and maternal, especially as they grew up amongst the Crescents during the Crescent curse, their parents forced to live their days as wolves with one night every month, the full moon, to be with their children in human form. Unfortunately in Mackenzie's teen years, the strain of feeling like she held the weight of the world on her shoulders as she tried to navigate who she was while also ensuring that her siblings were safe and cared for, her growing aggression and temper tended to get the better of her and always somehow found herself in fights with the other untriggered teens. Around this time, however, Mackenzie found herself falling in love. It was a whirlwind kind of relationship, one that made Mackenzie feel more alive than ever, more carefree and making riskier choices than she used to. Thus resulting in her getting pregnant. The first year with her son was amazing. The new parents doting over the little boy until they found out that she had fallen pregnant once more, this time a set of twins. Her partner became distant and was in and out of her and their kids lives. The anger that boiled within her as the realization that she was now a single mother to 3 children under the age of 3 while still being somewhat of a child herself had increased the level of stress that she had already been feeling. It didn't take long for someone to push her buttons to far before she ended up in another fight this time her aggression far too much for her to control thus resulting in Mackenzie's triggering of her gene at the age of 21, leaving her children to be cared for by her younger sister, Sierra. It would be 2 years before Hayley Marshall would come along and have the curse broken, allowing Tara to reunite with her now 3 and 4 year old children. Fast forward to now and Tara had quickly gotten her life together, her main focus on her children and providing for them, put herself through university online while working a full-time job from home and caring for her children, attending the police academy and working her way up in rank to where she is today with the help of her pack.
WANTED CONNECTIONS
—— PLATONIC CONNECTIONS. ❜
best friends.
confidants.
ride or die.
childhood friends.
drunk friends, aka two people who do not spend time together sober but get along only when drunk.
secret friends, aka friends who do not hang around in the public eye as their family or friends may not get along.
sibling like friends.
platonic soulmates.
unlikely friends.
seem like a married couple.
—— FAMILIAL CONNECTIONS. ❜
family friends.
son (22-years-old)
child (twin number one, 21-years-old)
child (twin number two, 21-years-old)
ex/baby daddy
—— ROMANTIC CONNECTIONS. ❜
flirtationship.
one night stand.
forbidden romance.
exes on good terms.
exes on bad terms.
love / hate.
friends with benefits.
enemies with benefits.
—— NEGATIVE CONNECTIONS. ❜
enemies.
life long enemies, aka two people who have been enemies ever since they remember but have forgotten the reason for their dislike.
frenemies.
share a secret, aka two people who have a giant secret together but are constantly afraid the other will rat them out.
current lover’s ex, former lover’s current partner.
—— MISCELLANEOUS. ❜
have mutual friends but don’t get along.
fitness buddies.
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yaworldchallenge · 2 years
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🇮🇶 Iraq
Region: Middle East
The Baghdad Clock
Author: Shahad Al Rawi
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272 pages, published 2019
Original language: Arabic
Native author? Yes
Age: Middle Grade-Teen
Blurb:
Baghdad, 1991. The Gulf War is raging. Two girls, hiding in an air raid shelter, tell stories to keep the fear and the darkness at bay, and a deep friendship is born. But as the bombs continue to fall and friends begin to flee the country, the girls must face the fact that their lives will never be the same again.
This poignant debut novel reveals just what it's like to grow up in a city that is slowly disappearing in front of your eyes, and how in the toughest times, children can build up the greatest resilience.      
Other reps:
Genres: #friendship #war #historical, 20th century
My thoughts:
I accidentally typo-ed the L out of clock, lol don’t do that. *facepalm*
Review to come.
Bookshop.org link | Kindle link
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prince876 · 2 years
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How teenagers can protect their mental health during COVID 19
Lockdowns are trying times for children and teenagers. They may feel overwhelmed, and experiencing coronavirus stress about falling sick. They may also feel worried about older members of their families. In a lockdown, many of the common activities have come to a halt; And teenagers who are used to spending time outside homes can find it very difficult to be caged inside their house. The lockdown has impacted the lives of young adults. There is a surge in online activity and digital engagement- from social media to online gaming and entertainment. Young adults seem to be inseparable from their gadgets.  Here are a few ways that teenagers can adopt to protect their mental and emotional health during COVID
Try to stick to a schedule
Making and maintaining a schedule for home is particularly challenging. It needs some self-discipline, that a lot of us tend to keep losing. Indulgence is a human tendency, especially during the teen years. But chalk out a routine for yourself and try to follow it to avoid falling into quarantine depression.
Incorporate reading in your schedule
With a lot of screen time, reading, may give you an alternative form of entertainment and will keep you engaged. What was the last comic book you read? Or maybe it’s time to discover Harry Potter with words.
Not just binging, but also creating
 If you’re spending a lot of time online and watching other people’s creations, allow yourself to be inspired. Think of some content you could create and share too!
Spreading awareness, Helping, Reducing Stigma
You can help the cause by educating people about COVID 19, by explaining preventive measures to those who may not know. Some people have been found to hide their travel history or symptoms. This could be due to the stigma and fear around the illness and quarantine. Many people are scared about what could happen once you test positive. You could spread some awareness to bring down stigma and fear. Here are some important tips that you can share with others to help them build resilience within themselves. You can also use Wysa’s free tools to manage any quarantine anxiety or stress that you may be experiencing.
Taking breaks from the news
While keeping ourselves up to date on information, we must take some time off the news and following the statistics of the world or our cities. Unwinding is an important part of de-stressing. trust news only from trustworthy channels.
Staying connected with friends and family
Keep in touch with friends who are far. If you’re home with your family, you may also spend some time with them, by eating meals together, cooking together or exercising together. Here are some ways you can be more connected
Have a baking online party with your friends. Share new recipes with each other, and eat together. All online!
If somebody has a skill they are good at, you can create a small group for learning new skills. For example, embroidery, dancing, playing the guitar and many other activities.
Reconnect with old friends who you may not be in touch with presently. Ask them how they’re doing.
Write and Share: You can take some time to write reflections, short stories, ideas and share them among friends! 
Exercise, Sleep, and a Healthy Diet
 This is important to boost your immune system. Also important for your mental health. 
Seek Support
Reach out to parents, mentors if need be you can also reach out to professionals who are providing mental health care in these challenging and testing times. 
We at Wysa have released free tool packs for all to help you cope with the stress of isolation and to manage current health anxiety. You can download the app here. If you find it difficult to talk in person, you can always talk to Wysa, an AI penguin written by therapists that you can talk to anonymously about your mood and struggles.
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best overnight camps near me
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The Magic of Overnight Camps: Building Lifelong Memories and
Skills
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Introduction
Overnight camps, also known as sleepaway camps, provide a unique and immersive experience for children and teenagers. Away from the daily routines and distractions of home, campers engage in a variety of activities that promote personal growth, foster new friendships, and build valuable life skills. This article delves into the transformative impact of overnight camps and why they remain a cherished tradition for many families.
The Benefits of Overnight Camps
Independence and Responsibility
Being away from home for an extended period teaches campers to manage their daily routines, keep track of their belongings, and make decisions independently. This fosters a sense of responsibility and self-reliance that is hard to replicate in other settings.
Social Skills and Friendship
Campers live and interact closely with peers, learning essential social skills such as cooperation, communication, and conflict resolution. The shared experiences often lead to deep, lasting friendships that extend beyond the camp.
Exposure to New Activities
Overnight camps offer a wide range of activities, from sports and arts to nature exploration and adventure challenges. This exposure helps campers discover new interests and talents, boosting their confidence and broadening their horizons.
Connection with Nature
Many overnight camps are situated in beautiful natural settings, providing a refreshing break from urban environments. Time spent in nature has been shown to reduce stress, enhance mood, and improve overall well-being.
Character Development
The camp environment encourages campers to take on leadership roles, face challenges, and develop resilience. Activities like team-building exercises and outdoor adventures teach perseverance, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
Popular Activities at Overnight Camps
Adventure and Outdoor Skills
Hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, and wilderness survival skills are staples at many camps, offering both excitement and practical knowledge.
Sports and Fitness
From soccer and basketball to swimming and archery, sports activities keep campers active and teach teamwork and discipline.
Creative Arts
Camps often have programs in music, theater, painting, and crafts, allowing campers to express themselves creatively and explore their artistic side.
STEM Programs
Increasingly, camps are incorporating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities, providing a fun and engaging way to learn new concepts and skills.
The Role of Camp Counselors
Camp counselors play a pivotal role in the camp experience. They are not only supervisors but also mentors and role models. Trained to handle various situations, counselors ensure the safety and well-being of campers while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. Their guidance helps campers navigate the challenges of camp life and make the most of their experience.
Conclusion
Overnight camps are more than just a summer activity; they are a rite of passage that offers invaluable life lessons and cherished memories. By stepping out of their comfort zones, campers grow in independence, form meaningful connections, and discover new passions. As they return home, they bring with them a renewed sense of confidence and a treasure trove of stories, ready to take on the world with a fresh perspective.
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Camp North Star is situated in beautiful Poland Spring, Maine, surrounded by many beautiful and natural landscapes that we get to share and enjoy with our campers. Trips are offered every session and happen on the days we are not on our normal activity schedule. Trip days are a time to relax and enjoy time with friends and bunkmates.
Camp North Star is the top premier Maine sleepaway camp for boys & girls. We offer the best overnight summer camps for kids & teens in New England. Call Now: (207)998-4777.
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Sleep away Camp
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Milagro Center’s Mentorship Program
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Established in 1997, Milagro Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit with a mission to promote the academic and social success of children in underserved areas. It does this through cultural arts programs, academic guidance, and mentoring. Its mentorship program is called Mentoring Miracles.
Through Mentoring Miracles, Milagro Center matches caring adults one-on-one with children or teens to show them that there is an adult who cares about them. The program supports nurturing and supportive intergenerational relationships, building children’s and teens' self-esteem and resilience. The mentors meet with their mentees once every week for a full year. All visits occur at the Milagro Center site in Delray Beach, Florida, and are supervised by the nonprofit’s staff.
Research shows that mentorship can have dramatically positive results on the lives of children. For instance, children who have mentors are 52 percent less likely to skip school, 55 percent more likely to enroll in college, and 81 percent more likely to play sports or join extracurricular activities. They are also twice as likely to hold leadership positions and 46 percent less likely to do illegal drugs.
People interested in becoming mentors with Milagro Center can send an email to [email protected]. They should be 18 years old and above and available to mentor for at least one year.
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Child counseling services in the Stone Oak
If you're looking for child counseling services in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio, Texas, there are several reputable options available to support your child's mental health and well-being.
Monarch Behavioral Health offers comprehensive child counseling services.
They provide a safe, supportive environment where children can work through challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
Their therapists use evidence-based approaches to help children develop coping strategies and improve their emotional health【30†source】.
Courageous Counseling and Consulting focuses on providing compassionate and tailored therapy for children and their families.
They aim to empower clients by addressing issues like stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, and emotional pain.
Their approach includes a variety of therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each child【31†source】.
A New Day Pediatric Psychology specializes in helping children with behavioral and emotional issues through various therapeutic techniques.
They emphasize the importance of parent involvement and offer virtual parent coaching to help families create supportive home environments【32†source】.
Stone Oak Counselors offers specialized services such as play therapy for younger children and counseling for teens.
They address a wide range of issues, including trauma, emotional difficulties, and life transitions, with a focus on creating a nurturing space for growth and healing【33†source】.
These practices provide individualized care plans to help your child navigate their challenges and build resilience.
For more details, you can visit their websites and contact them directly to schedule consultations.
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Exciting Summer Camp Activities for Teenagers
Summer camps provide multiple opportunities for youngsters to pursue their interests, learn new skills, and build eternal relationships. For many parents, choosing the right summer camp is a game changer, propelling their children into dynamic surroundings full of fun and enrichment. From thrilling outdoor experiences to creative arts and crafts classes, let's look at a selection of dynamic and engaging summer camps activities that will interest your teenager.
Outdoor Adventures
Every summer camp for teenagers is jam-packed with fascinating outdoor activities that not only pump up the adrenaline but also provide new difficulties. Imagine your kid kayaking over turbulent waters, rock climbing up stunning cliffs, and mountain biking along exhilarating slopes. These experiences provide more than just a thrill; they teach kids resilience and perseverance as they learn to master the elements and adapt to their surroundings. They also get to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of nature, which is a nice change from the hustle and bustle of city life. It's an opportunity for them to breathe fresh air, explore unexplored places, and see the great outdoors from a whole new perspective.
Creative Arts and Crafts
Arts and crafts workshops are a pleasure for creative youngsters! These camp activities allow children to explore painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art. Many camps also offer music and acting classes, allowing youngsters to discover and develop their abilities in a supportive environment. What is the best part? These programs encourage cooperation by allowing children to collaborate on projects, which improves their social skills and sparks their creativity as they create together.
Science and Tech Workshops
In today's high-tech world, many summer camps for teenagers are all about coding, robotics, and even video game design! These cool workshops are more than just fun—they're a way to gear up with some seriously valuable skills that are super relevant in today's job market. Teens get to tackle real-world problems and wrap up exciting projects, boosting their logic and tech skills in a laid-back, summer camp vibe.
Sports and Team Games
Team sports are like the lifeline of summer camps, bringing energy and enthusiasm to each day. Whether it's kicking around a soccer ball, shooting baskets on the basketball court, or spiking a volleyball over the net, these sports keep teenagers both physically and cognitively engaged. However, it is more than simply scoring goals and slam dunks; it is also about learning life lessons in cooperation, leadership, and communication. Teenagers form friendships that go beyond the game with each pass, play, and high-five, creating a culture of healthy competitiveness and mutual respect that lasts long after the game is over.
Leadership and Survival Skills
Imagine your teenagers going on spectacular camping vacations, learning survival skills, and honing their leadership abilities all while having a good time! These camps provide specific programming in which teens pitch tents, build fires, and cook delicious meals under the stars. They participate in dynamic leadership courses that include role-playing scenarios and team challenges, which develop their initiative and decision-making abilities. By choosing a summer camp for teenagers that offers a range of activities, you are providing your teenager with a season of growth, excitement, and humor. These programs not only captivate youngsters but also teach them valuable skills for the future. Summer develops into an unforgettable experience of discovery and friendship, mixing enjoyment with a transformative education.
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The Right Teenhood: Nurturing a stress-free adolescence
Embracing freedom in vehicle-free zones
Navigating the tumultuous waters of adolescence can be challenging for both parents and teens alike. However, in our community, we’ve created a haven where teens can thrive without the added stress of vehicular traffic:
Safe spaces: With designated vehicle-free zones, teens can enjoy the freedom to roam and explore their surroundings without the constant worry of traffic hazards. Whether it’s biking along scenic pathways or simply taking a leisurely stroll, our community offers plenty of opportunities for teens to embrace independence in a safe and secure environment.
Reconnecting with nature and sports
Teenage years are a time of self-discovery and exploration, and what better way to nurture this journey than by fostering a deep connection with nature and sports:
Love for the outdoors: Our biophilic community design encourages teens to reconnect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the great outdoors. From lush green spaces to serene lakeside vistas, there’s no shortage of opportunities for teens to unwind, recharge, and immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world.
Sportsmanship and teamwork:  Engaging in sports not only promotes physical health but also teaches teens valuable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and resilience. With a plethora of sports facilities at their disposal, including soccer fields, basketball courts, and skate parks, teens can pursue their passions, hone their skills, and forge lasting friendships along the way.
Strengthening family bonds
In a fast-paced world dominated by screens and distractions, it’s more important than ever to prioritize family bonding and quality time together:
Shared experiences: Our community offers a host of amenities and programming designed to bring families together and create cherished memories. Whether it’s picnicking in the meadow garden, enjoying a game of frisbee on the event lawn, or simply unwinding by the lake, families can reconnect and strengthen their bonds amidst the beauty of our surroundings.
Biophilic community design: By integrating natural elements into our community design, we aim to create a harmonious environment where families can thrive and grow together. From communal gathering spots to interactive play areas, every aspect of our community is designed to foster a sense of belonging and connection among residents of all ages.
In conclusion, raising teens in a stress-free way is possible, and it starts with creating an environment that prioritizes safety, outdoor exploration, sportsmanship, and family bonding. In our community, we’re committed to providing teens with the tools they need to navigate adolescence with confidence, resilience, and joy. Welcome to a place where teenage tranquility isn’t just a dream – it’s a way of life. 
About "The Right Life"
Step into "The Right Life," an ambitious collaboration between Mana Projects, Skanda, and Neo Build Ventures, poised to redefine the living experience in East Bengaluru. Rooted in the essence of community and innovation, our visionary township is meticulously designed to cater to the needs of families, with a special emphasis on creating a nurturing environment for children
At the heart of our project are two iconic residential towers, symbolizing modernity and luxury. These towers, surrounded by thoughtfully crafted open spaces, foster a sense of harmonious community living while minimizing environmental impact
Venture into our high street retail zone, where exclusive brands await to elevate your shopping experience. From luxury boutiques to everyday conveniences, our retail hub offers a curated selection designed to enrich the lives of our residents
Discover a sprawling leisure oasis spanning 60 acres, dedicated to active lifestyles and family bonding. With sports-centric amenities, educational facilities, and green spaces, we provide a holistic environment for growth and recreation. Our commitment to sustainability extends throughout the township, ensuring a vibrant and eco-friendly future for all
Tailored to meet diverse needs, our homes blend practicality with aesthetics, creating spaces that inspire and rejuvenate. Whether you're a young family seeking safety and play zones for your children, or an elderly couple looking for tranquility and social engagement, "The Right Life" caters to all
Embrace a vibrant social life within our community, with a lavish clubhouse offering spaces for gatherings, sports, and leisure activities. From badminton courts to swimming pools, we provide avenues for recreation and relaxation, fostering connections and memories that last a lifetime
In "The Right Life," every detail is crafted to offer a transformative lifestyle experience, where residents thrive, families flourish, and dreams find a home
https://www.therightlife.in
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