Have you ever looked around the Target parking lot and noticed… a lot of moms sitting behind the wheel of their car, no rush to go anywhere? Well, it's a real trend, and Allison Kenien did some reporting on it — including chatting with a psychologist about whether it's a good thing. Read it before you scroll in your parked car! Or while you scroll, for that matter.
New research shows that the loneliness epidemic is beginning to impact girls as young as 5 years old, and in response, Girl Scouts of the USA has ramped up their mental health programming to support girls as they grow and discover their own mental wellness practices. On top of the memorable camping trips and delicious cookies, parents can now look to Girl Scouts to access mental health resources for adults, help their daughters learn about self-care practices with the new Mental Wellness Patch Program, or simply encourage girls of all ages find friends and nourish meaningful relationships. Sign your daughter up for Girl Scouts below, and keep scrolling to learn more about how the Girl Scouts are helping girls and grown-ups, one program at a time.
The Resilient. Ready. Strong. Patch was introduced in 2021 as a way to empower girls by giving them a chance to try resilience-boosting challenges like trying a new hobby or creating a "happy box" to explore their emotions.
To help inspire a mental wellness practice in girls ages 9 to 17, the new Mental Wellness Patch Program encourages them to explore their own self-care practices, like taking a moment to check in with themselves, vocalizing their feelings, and being supportive to others.
In partnership with the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Girl Scouts created Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) to help council staff, troop leaders, and volunteers better support girls with their mental wellbeing.
To support your daughter on her journey, Girl Scouts offers a Mental Wellness 101 training program that equips adults like troop leaders and volunteers with knowledge and tools to promote mental wellness within the Girl Scout community.
"One of the perks of adulthood is the freedom to make our own choices. Should I head to the gym or sleep in another 30 minutes? Should I spend that birthday check or save it? Should I cook or order takeout? It's empowering — and exhausting. So, it's no wonder we sometimes crave hard and fast rules about parenting. Just tell me what to do," writes Meredith Begley. "But two decades into life with social media, even the experts don't have all the answers." But they can help you think about what to do, at least!
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