We carry so much every day, between health concerns, economic insecurities, and radical shifts in the way we interact with each...
Talking About Current Events
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Reconnections
Your Impact on your mentee is bigger than you think! They still giggle when they think of that funny thing you said, still smile...
Somatic Experiencing and Mentoring
“The super-power of human kind is our capacity to connect; it is regulating, rewarding, and the major route by which we can...
Talking about Incarceration
Have you ever considered what it might be like for your mentee to have communication with their incarcerated or deported...
Mentoring and the Art of Validation
"When little people are overwhelmed by big emotions, it is our job to share our calm, not join their chaos” -L.R. Knost As...
Talking With Your Mentee About Being Online
Mentoring provides you the unique opportunity to facilitate a conversation with your mentee about their online experiences. A...
Mentor Tested, Kid Approved!
Mentors may struggle from time to time with conversation, meaningful interaction, or even sustained eye contact with their...
Mentoring and Beautiful Questions
Listening is an essential skill in mentoring. It provides a safe space and the attention needed to convey validation and worth. ...
Strategies For Engaging Your Mentee In Meaningful Discussion
How can I get my mentee to talk more? This thoughtful question asked by mentors is usually followed by recounts of open...
Talking To Mentees About Politics
In today’s political climate, mentors might be wondering if talking about politics with their mentee is a good idea. Let’s face...