Where I Can Be Me ® https://www.whereicanbeme.com/ Advice for Parents of Children with Social Skills Issues Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:10:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://www.whereicanbeme.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/favi-150x150.png Where I Can Be Me ® https://www.whereicanbeme.com/ 32 32 How to keep your Friendship from Cracking Under Pressure https://www.whereicanbeme.com/how-to-keep-your-friendship-from-cracking-under-pressure/ Fri, 04 May 2018 19:54:57 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1697 There’s nothing wrong with having expectations for your friends. In fact, it’s typically a good thing! Having standards when it comes to the way you’re treated is a key ingredient for a happy and successful social life. But did you know that it’s possible to have too many expectations? If you’re not careful, you just […]

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]]> How to Deal with Being the Odd One Out https://www.whereicanbeme.com/how-to-deal-with-being-the-odd-one-out/ Fri, 16 Mar 2018 14:04:07 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1687 Being left out is always difficult, but it can be especially hurtful when you’re left out by your own friend group. There isn’t always an obvious reason why it happens. Sometimes, things seem to be going fine. Then, next thing you know, the group is hanging out without you. You’re being excluded from group texts. […]

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]]> Social Gift-Giving 101: How to Wow your Friends with the Perfect Holiday Gift https://www.whereicanbeme.com/social-gift-giving/ Wed, 06 Dec 2017 15:46:44 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1680 With the holiday season underway, the cold days of winter are starting to feel a little more festive! Friend groups looking to get in the spirit will find plenty of ways to have some holiday fun in the coming weeks. This could mean throwing a holiday party, getting together to bake cookies and drink hot […]

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]]> When to Stress About your Reputation (and when to “Shake it off”) https://www.whereicanbeme.com/when-to-stress-about-your-reputation-and-when-to-shake-it-off/ Tue, 14 Nov 2017 00:50:40 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1674 Love her or hate her, it seems like everyone has an opinion about Taylor Swift. This is something she tackles head on with her new album, “Reputation.” Over the past few years, critics have labeled Swift as fake, calculating, and overly sensitive. You’ll catch references to all these labels and more, as you listen to […]

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]]> Conversation Pitfalls You Need to Avoid https://www.whereicanbeme.com/conversation-pitfalls-you-need-to-avoid/ Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:47:57 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1662 With September in sight, a new school year is on the horizon. Soon, you’ll get to reconnect with friends you haven’t seen in a couple months. You’ll probably have the chance to make some new connections too! With that in mind, it’s a good idea to start brushing up on your conversation skills. We all […]

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]]> What to Expect in High School (and what it means for your social life) https://www.whereicanbeme.com/what-to-expect-in-high-school-and-what-it-means-for-your-social-life/ Sat, 26 Aug 2017 19:02:35 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1664 There’s no doubt that it’s exciting to start high school. As an incoming freshman, you have tons of great experiences ahead, and chances to make lasting memories! Most kids can’t wait to start attending dances and football games. Your favorite movies suggest that the next four years will be a blast. So why are you […]

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]]> Four ways Independence can help your Social Life https://www.whereicanbeme.com/four-ways-independence-can-help-your-social-life/ Wed, 12 Jul 2017 21:15:55 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1652 What’s the difference between being lonely and being alone? You might think that’s a trick question. They sound like the same thing. But there is a difference, and recognizing that difference is key to building friendships that last. While being alone can cause you to feel lonely sometimes, a little independence is actually a good […]

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]]> How to stay Social over Summer Break https://www.whereicanbeme.com/stay-social-summer-break/ Wed, 05 Jul 2017 21:08:50 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1650 There’s something a little bitter sweet about the end of school. Even if you’ve been counting down the days since September, you can still feel unsure when that final bell rings. You’ve probably gotten used to seeing your friends every day in class, during lunch, and at after-school activities. In the coming weeks, you may […]

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]]> 4 Tips for a Friendship that is Drifting Apart https://www.whereicanbeme.com/4-tips-friendship-drifting-apart/ Thu, 08 Jun 2017 15:11:10 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1636 Sometimes in life, our friendships are totally solid. You find someone who always has your back, year after year, through thick and thin. And while we all strive for the unchanging, unbreakable bonds we see on TV, we sometimes forget that these friendships are a rarity. It’s much more common for relationships to change over […]

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]]> Where to Find Friends: 4 Perfect Places to be Social https://www.whereicanbeme.com/where-to-find-friends-4-perfect-places-to-be-social/ Mon, 20 Feb 2017 05:00:30 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1626 You know what you’re looking for in a friend. You want someone who is excited to spend time with you, who shares your interests and gets your jokes. You’re willing to make an effort to show your friend that he/she matters. The only problem is…you’re not sure where to find this friend. A friend should […]

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]]> How Snapstreaks are Hurting your Social Life (and 4 ways to make it better) https://www.whereicanbeme.com/snapstreaks-hurting-social-life/ Wed, 08 Feb 2017 22:20:25 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1624 If you’re using Snapchat (and it’s 2017, so you probably are), then you know all about Snapstreaks. Exchange snaps with a particular friend each day, and your streak begins to rise. If you’re really on a roll, you and your friend will get bumped to the top of each other’s friend lists. You may even […]

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]]> How to Make a Friend: A Do’s and Don’ts Guide https://www.whereicanbeme.com/make-friend-dos-donts-guide/ Fri, 13 Jan 2017 05:00:52 +0000 https://whereicanbeme.com/?p=1614 Everybody wants to have friends. Friends make the school day go by faster. They can make the good days better, and the bad days more bearable. Unfortunately, building a close circle of caring, reliable friends is often easier said than done. Making friends is not an exact science. All people are different, and there isn’t […]

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