{"id":2783,"date":"2023-06-05T02:52:02","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T06:52:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/mindvalley-for-teens-preps-them-for-the-future-heres-how\/"},"modified":"2023-06-05T02:52:02","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T06:52:02","slug":"mindvalley-for-teens-preps-them-for-the-future-heres-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/mindvalley-for-teens-preps-them-for-the-future-heres-how\/","title":{"rendered":"Mindvalley for Teens Preps Them for the Future\u2014Here’s How"},"content":{"rendered":"

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School\u2019s out for the summer\u2014now what? As any parent knows, finding things to occupy your children isn\u2019t exactly the easiest task.<\/p>\n

Letting them run loose isn\u2019t the most productive use of three months sans school. Neither is letting them spend all day on their devices.<\/p>\n

So what if you brought them to Mindvalley University instead?<\/p>\n

Yes, Mindvalley events are oftentimes catered to adults. However, Mindvalley University is more family-centric. And Mindvalley for Teens is a program curated specifically for adolescents in mind.<\/p>\n

This isn\u2019t your run-of-the-mill summer camp; it\u2019s an immersive, transformative experience that\u2019s redefining education for our digital age. The specially tailored teens program equips young people with tools for personal growth and academic achievement.<\/p>\n

And, according to Gigi M\u00e1rquez Su\u00e1rez<\/strong>, the events lead for the Mindvalley Youth Program, it has become \u201cone of the cornerstones of Mindvalley University<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Psychology Behind the Teens\u2019 Program<\/h2>\n

Navigating the tumultuous teenage years is a universal rite of passage. It\u2019s filled with emotional upheaval, physical changes, and a quest for identity.<\/p>\n

This pressure can take quite a toll. In fact, one in seven 10-19-year-olds globally experiences a mental health condition, according to a 2021 report<\/a> by the World Health Organization. This can often leave them \u201cvulnerable to social exclusion, discrimination, stigma (affecting readiness to seek help), educational difficulties, risk-taking behaviors, physical ill-health, and human rights violations<\/em>.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Adolescence is a challenge in any generation, no matter if it\u2019s the 1320s or the 2020s. Teens have (and probably will always) grapple with evolving societal pressures, academic expectations, and trying to carve their path to independence.<\/p>\n

And that\u2019s exactly why the Youth Program at Mindvalley University exists.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s really magical because it gives you access to the wisdom of people who are a little bit older, but also the creativity and the energy of the children. And so, it becomes a really magical space to learn from each other.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Gigi M\u00e1rquez Su\u00e1rez, events lead for the Mindvalley Youth Program<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

At its core, the program prioritizes aspects of personal development for kids and teens<\/a>. Each workshop is turned into an engaging game, making the experience productive as well as enjoyable.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s akin to already-existing teen summer programs but grounded in research. A 2020 study<\/a> found that turning learning into a game can really help teens remember more, making their transition into adulthood smoother.<\/p>\n

But the Mindvalley for Teens program isn\u2019t all about how to learn better. It\u2019s also about, as Gigi explains, connecting better. And with so many people coming in from around the world, the space allows kids to connect with others of different backgrounds.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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What Teens Will Be Learning at Mindvalley University<\/h2>\n

From the Mindvalley for Kids<\/a> workshops to the one designed for teens, every aspect of the Youth Program aims to empower, enlighten, and entertain.<\/p>\n

So what\u2019s in store for them at Mindvalley University 2023? You can check out the full schedule<\/a>, but here\u2019s an overview of what your teen can expect:<\/p>\n

Conscious use of technology<\/h3>\n

\u201cThe idea is to get them exposed to conscious tools in ways that they can use<\/em>,\u201d says Gigi. It\u2019s about learning to use these tools mindfully instead of being at their mercy.<\/p>\n

The Game of AIdentity<\/h3>\n

Partnering up with Gahmya Drummond-Bey<\/strong>, the founder of Evolved Teacher, Inc.<\/a> (who\u2019s also the trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s Creating Friendship and Deep Connections for Teens<\/em> Quest and Be Extraordinary<\/em> for Teens Quest), this brings in the aspect of gamification.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It focuses on the three pillars of connection: feeling seen, feeling heard, and feeling valued.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n

Teens can learn problem-solving skills and innovative thinking. It helps instill the mindset of resilience and adaptability, teaching them to see failures as just opportunities to learn and improve.<\/p>\n

Digital content creation<\/h3>\n

The upcoming generation is living in a world that is online and offline. This can help them learn how to express themselves and their ideas in the digital world.<\/p>\n

Self-acceptance<\/h3>\n

It goes without saying that embracing our unique qualities and quirks is important. It fosters a healthier self-image and promotes emotional well-being.<\/p>\n

Mindvalley champions personal growth. So it\u2019s only fitting to incorporate its practices into the workshops, such as using affirmations<\/a> and mindfulness meditations.<\/p>\n

Neurodiversity<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s about how the brain works, which will help teens appreciate the diverse ways in which people think and learn. It encourages tolerance, understanding, and inclusive behavior among peers.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Speaker sessions<\/h3>\n

The Mindvalley for Teens program will host a number of renowned speakers to help them develop a sense of empowerment and confidence. They include:<\/p>\n