Raising teens and tweens in today’s digitally-connected world is complicated. Parents often worry about what their kids are doing online. That’s why the best way to combat cyberbullying, online predators, and to protect the online/offline reputation of kids is to teach them to become “cyberwise”—not just about the tools they use, but their behaviors on them as well. The first impression they give to the world is frequently online. Everything they post on the Internet, and eve

Ever feel like you are lost in this sea of negative, violent, tragic images and messaging in today’s digital era? You are not alone, even though constant immersion in this can make you feel as though you are—like you are trapped in a never-ending cycle of gloom and doom. Pause. Breathe. Redirect. There is help, and where there is help, there is hope. With safe messaging, you can feel empowered to start conversations in a way that is meaningful, builds trust, and helps keep yo

Do you remember when it was difficult keeping up with all the new cartoon shows our kids used to watch? Staying on top of new programs seemed almost impossible back then. Now, fast forward a few years, and not a lot has changed. This is especially true during the teen years when social media is involved. New apps are hitting the market every day, and for many of us it is an overwhelming task to understand everything our kids are downloading. Chances are, if you have teenagers