Why the Pre-Teen Years Matter More Than Most Parents Realize.
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Why the Pre-Teen Years Matter More Than Most Parents Realize.

The pre-teen years are a powerful window for building confidence, resilience, emotional awareness, and healthy habits. This article explores how neural pruning shapes the developing brain and how everyday experiences prepare kids for adolescence.

Ashley Anjlien Kumar
Ashley Anjlien Kumar
19/07/2026
Why Kids Struggle with Task Completion
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Why Kids Struggle with Task Completion

Task completion is not always about motivation or attitude. Many kids struggle because their nervous system is tired, their executive function is overloaded, or the task feels too big to start.

Ashley Anjlien Kumar
Ashley Anjlien Kumar
15/05/2026
🧠 The Science of Roughhousing:
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🧠 The Science of Roughhousing:

how roughhousing (including mothers) boosts kids’ emotional regulation and confidence

Ashley Anjlien Kumar
Ashley Anjlien Kumar
11/05/2026
RECLAIM YOUR ROLE AS SCREEN TIME LEADER
56 15 min
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RECLAIM YOUR ROLE AS SCREEN TIME LEADER

You're not failing—you're competing against billion-dollar algorithms. Discover how to reclaim digital leadership and protect your child's brain.

Ashley Anjlien Kumar
Ashley Anjlien Kumar
11/03/2026

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"I love your article! Roughhousing is a great way to experience all kinds of things in a safe connected environment. Well done!"

- Michael McKnight, Adjunct Educator Stockten University, Taught Systems to Support Children with Emotional Regulation challenges

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