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home. Before you send them off, remind your child that you will always be a phone call or letter away if they need a little encouragement. And, if all else fails, send your kiddo to a day camp before graduating them to the big leagues of overnight stays.
uncomfortable, but if you let them tag along, you may find them coming out of their shell. (This may be a good hint as to which summer camps they would enjoy the most, too!) Finally, don’t hesitate to send your child to summer camp with friends they already know. For shy kiddos, making happy summertime memories might be more important than making brand-new friends. And who knows — they may return more extroverted than ever before.
FOR THE LONELY PARENT
As much as some of you may be reveling in a kid-free week, I can guarantee a few will be going crazy by Tuesday. But you can still enjoy your week without fretting about your kids and how they’re faring. Keep yourself busy by filling your time with activities, a trip, or tasks you’ve been meaning to get to but can never seem to find time for. There’s no better time to paint the kitchen than when your favorite grubby, little hands won’t threaten to smear the paint. Meet up with old friends or finally see that show everyone has been raving about. And who’s to say you’re not allowed to miss your children? Let yourself feel sad and remind yourself that they will be back and in your hair in no time!
FOR THE NERVOUS PARENT
If this is your first time sending your child to summer camp, congratulations! This is a huge, wonderful first step, but that doesn’t make it any easier. If you’re nervous about being away from them, take a few precautionary steps. First, ensure your child understands proper safety and first-aid skills. For example, if they are allergic to bees, it’s vital that they know what to do if they are stung and how to clearly explain it to someone else. Send along detailed instructions with your child, too. Camps have nurses stations to store this information, and camp counselors are often CPR- and first aid-certified. Furthermore, you can notify camp counselors and organizers of your concerns, and many will be accommodating, including calling you nightly to check in. Lastly, surround yourself with your support team. Lean on friends in similar situations or connect with family to minimize your worrying.
FOR THE SHY KID
Nothing is worse than forced social interaction when you’re shy. If you have a shy child, you can prepare them for the shock of meeting and interacting with new people with a few easy moves. Start by signing up for family activities in the community. Attend local races, community fun days, or craft fairs to help your child practice interacting with others. It’s important not to force them into situations where they feel
When all is said and done, you’ll find there’s no need to fret. You and your kiddo can survive summer camp!
DO SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE ENJOY A DIGITAL DETOX? 3 Entrepreneurs Share Their Secrets
Constant technology use can leave us feeling drained, so it’s good to do a digital detox by unplugging periodically. Digital detoxes have become very popular, but for most managers and business owners, cutting technology out of their lives isn’t just difficult — it can be irresponsible! You can’t throw your smartphone in the sea and expect to have a job next week. While completely quitting tech isn’t realistic, it is possible to enjoy the benefits of a digital detox while sticking to your responsibilities. Here’s how a few successful entrepreneurs manage this balancing act. ARIANNA HUFFINGTON PUTS HER PHONE ‘TO BED.’ HuffPost founder and Thrive Global CEO Arianna Huffington says the first part of her nightly routine is “escorting my phone out of the bedroom.” Huffington doesn’t allow digital devices in her bedroom and relies on an analog alarm clock. “Charging your phone away from your bed makes you more likely to wake up as fully charged as your phone,” she says. ERICH JOINER HAS A HOBBY SEPARATE FROM HIS WORK. Running a content creation company that caters to big brands means Erich Joiner, founder and director at Tool of North America, is plugged in most of the time. To get away from the demands, he races cars on the weekend. During that time, Joiner puts his phone away in order
to focus on the race. “While it takes a lot of focus, which can be strenuous, it also mentally cleanses, or ‘digitally detoxes,’ me during the weekend,” Joiner says. “By Monday, I can go into work with a clear mindset, ready to take on my week.”
CELIA FRANCIS TRACKS HER ONLINE ACTIVITY. Sometimes technology can help you cut down on technology. Celia Francis, CEO of online marketplace Rated People, downloaded the app Moment to monitor how much time she spends on social media. This data helped her build healthier habits. “It helps you understand how you use your phone, establish usage goals, and disconnect at the right times,” Francis explains. “My phone is always off by 9 p.m. and isn’t switched back on until after the morning routine.” You don’t have to completely abandon technology to enjoy a successful digital detox. Instead, look for times when you can put your devices away and focus on something else. Even if it’s just for an hour before bed, you’ll reap the benefits.
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