Connecting Teens for a Thriving Future

This talk I give is addressing the use of technology and correlating isolation and addiction rising both in teens and adults.

Connecting Teens for a Thriving Future

Excessive use of technology by teens–as much as 8 hours per day–is taking its toll on youth, families, and whole communities. Connection–not isolation–is what teens need most at this age, and this is becoming a lost art. And it’s not just teens that complain about isolation and need human/nature connection. According to recent research, adults are reporting this in record numbers, too.

Listen in here: free call playback.

We will share:

• A whole systems approach for families to connect to self, others and nature
• Strategies for parents that build teen capacity for real time connection
• How nature connection can cultivate leadership skills, resilience and grit
• How Merrohawke is working to address these top difficulties facing teens today