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Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Happy Valentine's Day! May your day be filled with love, laughter, and sweet moments with the ones who make your heart smile! ❤️💖
🌱 The Parent Venture is proud to announce our new "Parents Under Pressure" Series. In response to the recent NY Times article -- Parents Are At Their Wits' End: We Can Do Better -- we are committed to providing programming that supports parents, caregivers, and educators.
💟 Join us this week for special events on artificial intelligence (AI) and executive functioning in neurodiverse youth:
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February's Foro de Padres #42 (español) features Brenda Carrasco, LCSW, One Life, in Cómo Hablar con Nuestros Hijos Sobre Temas Difíciles (How to Discuss Difficult Topics with Our Children) (February 11).
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Amy D. Love, AI advisor and author of "Raising Entrepreneurs: Preparing Kids for Success in the Age of AI," offers The Spark of Tomorrow: Parenting in the Age of AI (February 12).
🍫 Mark your calendars for exciting events coming up this month!
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George Anders, author, speaker, and award-winning journalist, joins us for You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a “Useless” Liberal Arts Education (February 25).
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NEW! We're delighted to welcome Jamil Zaki, PhD, Stanford Professor of Psychology and author of the new book, Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness (February 27). Don't miss it!
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Warm wishes,
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"I share this info and the recordings with friends. I use ideas as a grandparent and parent of the parents...when appropriate!!"
– Marie Violet, Director of Health & Wellness, Sequoia Hospital
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Upcoming 2024 - 2025 Events | |
The Spark of Tomorrow: Parenting in the Age of AI
Amy D. Love, Author of Raising Entrepreneurs: Preparing Kids for Success in the Age of AI
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Executive Functioning: Navigating Key Transitions for Neurodivergent Youth
Nicole Ofiesh, PhD, Cognitive Behavioral Scientist, Former Executive Director, Schwab Learning Center
Thursday, February 13, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a "Useless" Liberal Arts Education
George Anders, Journalist, Speaker, Author of You Can Do Anything
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
6:00pm – 7:00pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness
Jamil Zaki, PhD, Author, Professor of Psychology, Stanford University
Thursday, February 27, 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Foro de Padres #42 (Español) - Cómo Hablar con Nuestros Hijos Sobre Temas Difíciles
Brenda Carrasco, Licenciada en trabajo social, One Life Counseling Center
Martes, 11 de febrero de 2025
5:30pm – 6:30pm PT
Evento en linea (en vivo)
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Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout & Raise Competent, Confident Children
Author Emily Edlynn, PhD, offers a flexible parenting framework that can apply to every family and every parental relationship. With Autonomy-Supportive Parenting, you can build trust in your child and trust in yourself.
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UnLonely for Valentine's Day ❤️🩹
This Valentine’s Day, join our friends at The Foundation for Art & Healing for a free, one-hour Zoom meet-up! Experience mindfulness, tap into your creativity, and enjoy connecting in conversation. All are welcome!
Friday, February 14, 2025
10:00 - 11:00am PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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Rainbow Kids: A Free Webinar for Parents & Educators on Building Safe and Inclusive Spaces
Join us for a free 90-minute Rainbow Kids webinar hosted by the San Mateo County Pride Center! This session is designed for educators, parents, and caregivers looking for practical tools to create safe, supportive spaces for kids to learn, grow, and thrive.
Tuesday, March 6, 2025
4:00pm - 5:30pm PT
Virtual Event (Live)
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3 Phrases to Support Upset Teens
It can be difficult to know where to start when your teen is upset. Dr. Lisa Damour, psychologist, author, and mom shares three phrases that can help give your teen the emotional support they need.
— UNICEF / Dr. Lisa Damour
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GrandPeople: The Human Library
Where can you go to challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue? The library of course. The Human Library to be more specific!
For more info, visit the Stanford Center on Longevity at https://longevity.stanford.edu/
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Understanding Eating Disorders: What Parents/Caregivers Need to Know
Kelly Bhatnagar, PhD, FAED, clinical psychologist, is a renowned specialist in the study and treatment of eating disorders and related psychological conditions.
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