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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Help Teens Leave the Nest

Apr 22, 2026

Help your teen leave the nest by encouraging them to take healthy risks while still at home.

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Why Mattering Is Key to Our Wellbeing

Apr 15, 2026

The teens Jennifer Wallace interviewed felt valued for who they were and knew they added value to the world. In other words, they mattered.

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Help Your Teen Find a Mentor

Apr 15, 2026

The benefits of mentorship don’t end in the teen years. Teens who are mentored grow up to make meaningful contributions to the world as adults.

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Catch Your Teen Being Awesome

Apr 02, 2026

Everyone recalls how awful it felt to be caught doing the wrong thing. But remember what a wonderful feeling it was to be caught doing something right.

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Your Kindness Creates Kindness

Nov 12, 2025

Showing kindness makes a difference and can improve the health and well-being of those who are kind.

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Tips to Guide Teens To Find Purpose in Life

Nov 05, 2025

Seven tips to guide teens towards finding meaning and purpose.

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