Building Character

Character is about having strong values and morals. It’s about being a good person, even when no one is watching. Learn ways to nurture those strengths of character known to build happy, healthy, successful young people.

Essential Reads

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist on Why Being a Student Reporter Builds Character

Jun 16, 2022

A hidden path to building character: being a reporter.

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Finding Meaning and Purpose

Oct 01, 2019

In this Q&A, we talk with Dr. William Damon about why it’s so important for teens to develop a sense of purpose.

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Raising Teens to be Good People

Aug 15, 2019

Dr. Marvin Berkowitz discusses how to raise children with strong character, prepared to put good into the world.

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Nurturing Grit and Self-Control in Teens

Aug 15, 2019

Dr. Angela Duckworth discusses the importance of nurturing grit and other character strengths in teens.

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The 7 Keys to Resilience

Aug 14, 2019

This video series provides parents with the 7 essential tools needed to build resilience in their teens.

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Category: Resilience,Videos

Strategies for Parenting in the Digital Age

Aug 13, 2019

Dr. Yalda Uhls discusses screen time, social media, and all things digital.

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The Importance of Focusing on Teen Strengths

Jul 23, 2019

Learn why it's vital to talk with teens about their strengths.

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