Thrivers Quotes

“kids who thrive have parents who cultivate their child’s talents because those talents are part of who their child naturally is, not because those talents support the parents’ interests and longings.”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers

“Kids are just plain happier when they honor who they are and then perform in areas that nurture their strengths.”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers

“Applying the science of resilience can help all kids thrive; it just requires switching our mind-set. Instead of using interventions and a “fix the kid” mentality, we teach children protective factors so they can maintain strength in uncertain, challenging times and become their personal best.”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers

“Character is what builds inner strength, genuineness, and wholeness and helps turn kids who strive for the next gold ring into young adults who thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. When kids are missing character strengths like optimism, curiosity, empathy, and perseverance their development is incomplete”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers

“Our lives are crammed, but we’re social beings with no time for friends and lonely.” “We are forced to grow up too quickly and need more time to be kids and have friends.”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers

“We’re lonely because we’re so immersed in social media and losing face-to-face connection.”
― Michele Borba, Thrivers