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7 Tips for a Successful School Year
Ahuvah Fried & Max Kirshblum Ahuvah Fried & Max Kirshblum

7 Tips for a Successful School Year

Between the various holidays, Election Day, Daylight Savings, and more, the inconsistency of the Fall/Winter school schedules can stir up many emotions and thoughts for students and parents alike. Figuring out how to balance homework schedules, extracurriculars, dinner time and more can be a huge stressor for families. Keep reading for 7 tips to help make this your most successful school year yet!

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Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 
Sara Schreiber Sara Schreiber

Back to School and Overwhelmed with Assignments? Steal My Hack to Help Get Organized 

I think everyone can agree that one of the most difficult parts about being a student is keeping track of everything for all of your classes; between homework assignments, projects, exams, and more, it can start to feel really overwhelming (Raise your hand if you’ve ever walked into a class and said, “Wait, that was due TODAY?” 🙋) This can be especially daunting if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, or other executive functioning disorders. Keep reading to hear what I did to help get myself organized and ultimately set myself up for academic success.

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Are Your Kids Back at School? 5 Ways for Parents to Practice Self Care During Back to School
Sara Schreiber Sara Schreiber

Are Your Kids Back at School? 5 Ways for Parents to Practice Self Care During Back to School

Are Your Kids Back to School? 5 Ways to Practice Self Care for Parents

While a lot of parents secretly (or not-so-secretly) rejoice when their kids go back to school, many still struggle to prioritize their own needs. You might be juggling after school activities, appointments, housework, your own career, and a seemingly endless to-do list…but it’s important to carve out time for yourself in the midst of all the chaos. Keep reading for tips on how to incorporate self-care into your routine now that school has started.

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5 Unexpected Ways to Help the Back-To-School Transition for Teens&nbsp;</a>
Sara Schreiber Sara Schreiber

5 Unexpected Ways to Help the Back-To-School Transition for Teens 

5 Unexpected Ways to Help the Back-To-School Transition for Teens

Going back to school after having a summer off can feel like a really big deal to a lot of kids and teens—it’s kind of like starting a new chapter, and it’s natural for new things to make us feel a little anxious. Keep reading to learn about ways that you can help to set yourself up for happiness and success this school year.

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