Campamento Kupugani Blog
7 consejos de escucha activa para gustarle a la gente
During the summer at our Midwest summer camp, it’s relatively easy to connect with new and old friends–mostly by just being yourself, but sometimes by being intentional about using good socializing techniques, like the good, active listening techniques below. Here are some good tips from a former FBI agent about how you can get people to like you by active listening. The summary below (from the folks at Barking Up the Wrong Tree), with the full article available at this link. Active Listening The single most important thing is non-judgmental validation. […]
Algunos rituales para ayudarte a ser feliz
Here are some good tips on rituals you can incorporate to facilitate being happy. Summary below (from the folks at Barking Up the Wrong Tree), with two relevant articles available at this link and this link. Here’s what brain research says will make you happy: Ask “What am I grateful for?” No answers? Doesn’t matter. Just searching helps. Label those negative emotions. Give it a name and your brain isn’t so bothered by it. Decide. Go for “good enough” instead of “best decision ever made on Earth.” Hugs, hugs, hugs. Don’t text — touch. Here’s […]
6 maneras de mantener feliz a su familia
During beautiful summer days at camp, within our Midwest summer camp community, the challenge of keeping our camp family happy is not overwhelming. Hanging out in nature, playing with friends, and enjoying the beautiful weather are almost guaranteed to keep one happy. When not at camp, it might take a little more intentionality to maintain family harmony. Below are some good scientifically-backed research tips on ways to keep your family happy longterm. The summary below (from the folks at Barking Up the Wrong Tree), with the whole article available […]
Las vidas de los niños importan
Aquí hay un enlace a un artículo de opinión reciente en St. Louis Post-Dispatch por el director del campamento Kevin Gordon que detalla la importancia de la interacción entre niños de diferentes orígenes: Kids Lives Matter.
4 señales de advertencia de que su hijo podría estar siendo intimidado
At all times, and especially during Anti-Bullying Month, we should be aware of how our children are doing socially. At summer camps for kids, it can be easier to see if bullying behaviors are present. The challenge can be at home, where much social behavior takes place away from families or online. Here are 4 useful warning signs that a child might be being bullied: Frequent headaches A drop in grades (even in just one subject) Being upset after social events Excessive concern about being popular A link to a […]
7 pasos que te harán feliz todo el día
When we’re at our Midwest summer camp and playing GaGa, rock climbing, or just hanging out with friends, it’s pretty easy to be happy. After all, communing in nature, having fun, and having a great time in the sun are easy ways to create smiles and be happy. When we’re not at camp, we might need to be a little more focused to make those smiles last all day. Below are some good scientifically-backed research tips on what you can do to get that happy feeling all day. The summary […]
3 formas científicas de ser más asertivo
At our multicultural summer camp near Chicago, we practice assertiveness techniques to help empower our campers and staff. A recent blog from Barking Up the Wrong Tree has a few useful tools. Bullets are below, with the full blog available at this link. Focus on controlling only your own behavior, i.e. not other people’s If you want something, ask! Try to get people to change their behavior, not their personality.
5 formas divertidas de ser más exitoso
It may be easy to have fun and thrive at summer camp. Sometimes it might take a little more intentionality. Luckily, science has some ways to help us out regarding how we can be more successful in life. Below are some good scientifically-backed research tips on how you can do exactly that. Bullets below, with the whole article available at this link on how to be more successful in life. Successful Habits Happiness brings success (i.e. not the other way around, as is commonly misconstrued). See problems as challenges, not […]
10 cosas que debes hacer todos los días para sentirte bien
While it’s relatively easy while at summer camp to do things that make you feel good, when not at camp, it might take a little more intention to do so. Below are some good scientifically-backed research tips on what you can do to maintain a good mood. Bullets below, with the whole article available at this link. Feel Good Activities Get out in nature Exercise Spend time with friends and family Express gratitude Meditate Get enough sleep Challenge yourself Laugh Touch someone Be optimistic
Cómo nunca tener que discutir con sus hijos (ni con nadie)
At our summer camp in the Midwest, we work on conflict resolution techniques to help empower our campers and staff. A recent blog from the good folks at Barking Up the Wrong Tree, a blog offering cool life tips, emphasized a few ways that we can use to never have to argue with your kids (or anyone). Bullets are below, with the full blog available at this link. Listen With Full Attention: Everyone needs to feel understood; kids are no different. Acknowledge Their Feelings: Paraphrase what they said. Don’t say you understand, […]
Confiar en los profesionales del desarrollo infantil
As parents, we seek the best for our children. What can sometimes be a challenge is recognizing that the best thing for our children is letting them navigate their own path, and sometimes letting them fail. Life’s best lessons aren’t always learned through getting your way, or creating situations where your children get their way. For example, when parents confront coaches about playing time (or referees about perceived bad calls…or camp directors about experiences related to camp) for their kids, they send dueling bad messages: that the child deserves the […]
Kupugani Diary Cabaña Día: 31 de julio
Rosquillas y un círculo matutino más tarde de lo normal después de una noche bajo las estrellas fue perfecto para los campistas de Kupu este domingo. Estoy bastante seguro de que escuché ronquidos a los 15 minutos de "The Lego Movie" anoche. La mañana fue un poco lenta, pero se aceleró muy rápido una vez que los niños comenzaron sus canciones y parodias con su cabaña. Varios de ellos regresaron corriendo ansiosos por iniciar la actividad que su cabaña había acordado. Dado que algunos campistas eligieron las mismas actividades, pudieron jugar juntos, lo que les dio […]