Q & A
From the YAB…. in the midst of the Coronavirus Crisis, being quarantined, and following the necessary protocols to be safe and healthy, the BBCC & YAB teens have been finding ways to connect and keep our positive message and energy going. Like many of you, we too are using technology to meet and continue our important dialogue. YAB ZOOM meetings are happening and they are filled with smiling YAB faces, eagerness to connect and share and positivity. Something we could all use and share more of! We want to share a bit of that with you in hopes that you will be inspired and uplifted, as we are, by the amazing strength and support from some amazing teens on the Youth Action Board.
What new & positive things have you been doing, learned or experienced? I’m running more, and I’m learning the guitar. Through my on-line classes, I really feel closer to people in my grade and class. I’m getting more sleep and I feel less stressed. I’ve been...
From the YAB table. It’s been a busy school year and as we head into the winter and Holiday busy-ness, and hopefully, take a break, you can tap into the teen brain right here and right now. Find out what teens are thinking and how you can help them navigate through their challenging times.
When I’m at school I feel? Usually I’m not entertained for the most part, but some little things are fun and worthwhile. Happy to see my friends. Tired. At school I feel pressured, but confident. Mostly bored because I’m fed up with high school. Can’t wait to fly the...
From the YAB table dialogue. The generation gap has never been more evident than in today’ world. We’ve been talking about it.
The YAB want you, PARENTS to know what’s on their mind, what they're concerned with, where they’re coming from, and that you can find a way to relate to your teen and talk to them. Here’s what they have to say about the teen experience…. Then vs Now, and much more. ...
From YAB teen dialogue. Parents Listen Up! What, how and when to talk to your kids at different ages and stages.
What do you think Parents should be talking to their kids about in elementary school? Parents should start teaching their younger children the importance of making good choices, standing up for themselves and the power of the...
From the YAB table dialogue. Tap into the teen brain right here right now!
When we talk about stress, anxiety and depression, what does that mean to you? Do you think there are ways teens can cope? What do you suggest? There’s good stress and bad stress. Good stress can be something like making sure study enough for a test. Bad stress...
From the YAB table – tap into the teen brain right here and right now.
It’s a new year and YAB teens are talking resolutions, non-resolutions, goals and their wishes for teens. What are your New Year’s Resolutions or NON-Resolutions? To work hard in school and to be respectful. To NOT get as frustrated as I do sometimes about...