by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Nov 10, 2021
English | Español The holiday season is a time when many people make plans to get together with family and friends – some gathering close by and some traveling quite far – to celebrate and share togetherness, traditions, giving, gratitude, and joy. So, why do some people seem to dread the holidays? Dwelling on past personal conflicts, […]
by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Oct 14, 2021
The other night, I was lying wide awake at 2 am because of having SO MUCH to get done – and just general worrying about the state of the world. Finally, I told myself, “Right NOW, I WILL Sleep PEACEFULLY!” I realized that my neck was scrunched over so I straightened my head on the […]
by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Sep 8, 2021
I just got this story from a relieved father: “My three-year old had a huge meltdown when we didn’t have the chocolate milk he desperately wanted. Suddenly, I remembered Calm Down Power. I took his hands and told him to squeeze my hands hard and take a deep breath. Immediately, he stopped crying and screaming […]
by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | May 26, 2021
Last week, a brave 11-year-old girl playing with homemade blue slime while waiting for her school bus fought an attacker – and didn’t give up – until she escaped. She kept her wits about her, smearing slime on his arms to make it easier for him to get caught – an idea she got from […]
by Irene van der Zande, Kidpower Founder and Executive Director | Feb 8, 2021
Safer Internet Day – in February each year since 2003 – is a global effort to make the internet a safer place for all – especially young people. We have articles, videos, and many other resources you can use today – and every day – to protect and empower the young people in your life […]