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The Impact of Gratitude on Personal Growth
Gratitude is a remarkable emotion with the power to transform not only our relationships but…
A Concert Journey with Megan: Embracing Challenges and New Experiences
Discover Megan’s inspiring journey as she overcomes sensory challenges and anxiety at a Carrie Underwood…
Surgeon General Warns of an Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation
Loneliness is not merely an emotion; it has evolved into a pressing public health crisis…
How to Discourage Kids from Being “Rule Police”
Rule policing can have long term social implications. Follow these tips to help kids understand…
How Friendship Effects Well Being
Friends and social connections matter. Having meaningful, supportive friendships is a key factor in overall…
Being a Good Friend: Essential Friendship Skills for Children
Friendship is an important part of childhood and can have a significant impact on a…
Your Teen Needs Social Coaching but They Refuse – What to do?
What to do when you know your teen needs help making friends, but they refuse…
8 Signs That Your Child/Teen Needs Social Coaching
Has your child’s social life has been an area of concern for some time but…
Small Steps Lead to Big Progress
Kids can become “locked” by anxiety and an inability to connect with others. Here is…
Your Kids Can Achieve Social Success this Summer (With Your Help)!
Summer is upon us! This stretch of time, without the regular demands of school, can…
Friendship Needs Give and Take
Friendship has to have some give and take. Rigidly refusing to try someone else’s idea…
When Bluster Goes Badly
Blustering can happen when kids feel uncomfortable socially. These same kids can’t read social cues…
7 Quick Tips for Socializing Over the Holiday Break
Consistent time with friends can deepen friendships. Plan time to socialize this holiday break with…
5 Fun Gift Ideas that Also Teach Social Skills
It’s holiday gift giving time! Here is our annual blog of our favorite games that…
Help Your Child Have a Fun Halloween: Tips on How to Host a Pre Halloween Party
Halloween should be a social holiday but what to do if your child doesn’t have…
6 Social Questions to Ask at Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent teacher conferences are quick meetings with the teacher. To optimize your time, here are…
The Specialness of this Space
Simply Social Kids has been deep cleaned, an air filtering system is in place, plenty…
Autism Awareness, Acceptance, & Appreciation
This month, we’re going to spotlight and appreciate some of the young people we know…
“Oh my gosh!!! You are NOT going to believe what I got on VIDEO!” (Are You Listening? Like, Really Listening?)
Listening, like really listening is what makes true friendship connections. Here are 4 tips on…
The Roadblock that Stops Friendship Before it Starts
When new friendships begin to form, there is often a roadblock that gets in they…