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Rosalind Wiseman is an internationally recognized author and educator on children, teens, parenting, education and social justice. Her work aims to help parents, educators and young people successfully navigate the social challenges of young adulthood.
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Guest Blogs
A Little Encouragement Goes a Long Way(1)
I recently stepped way out of the confinements of my comfort zone and began taking class once a week at “P.O.W.E.R.,” an all female fitness studio owned and operated by one of my many shero’s, Janine McGann. I have had multiple compiling injuries this year, and haven’t done much of anything this summer. I thought I was going to collapse 15 minutes into the class. The competitive and Good Girl side of me was shining bright. I had on my game face and wouldn’t dare let anyone know I was on the verge of quitting.
Book Review: Not All Black Girls Know How to Eat
When you hear the term “eating disorder,” what image comes to mind? For most, it’s an emaciated white female who appears to be on the brink of collapsing. In her autobiography, Not All Black Girls Know How to Eat, author Stephanie Covington Armstrong outright dispels that belief.
Resized: Crystal Renn Addresses Photoshopped Images
A significant amount of controversy has recently surrounded model and author of Hungry, Crystal Renn. An eating disorder survivor and advocate for weight diversity in the modeling industry, Renn was shocked and disappointed to learn that her size 10 frame had been resized saying, “I don’t think it’s an accurate portrayal of my body in any way. I’m a size 10, and that is more like a size 2.”
Public Displays of Affection – A Teachable Moment
I went to Starbucks to wrap up some work and celebrate their first day of offering free Wi-Fi (thank you, thank you, thank you) when I encountered a “situation” of sorts. There were two teenage girls sitting very closely, holding hands, and kissing in a small crowded space. I sat down with my back to [...]
I’m Not a Mom, But…
I am traveling to Boston later this week to speak at the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Conference. My presentation, Growing Up Girl, will hopefully inspire those in attendance to ask me several questions. But one question I’m frequently asked can really challenge me:
“Are you a Mom?”