What Homeless Teens Can Teach Us About Belonging

What Homeless Teens Can Teach Us About Belonging

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In this final episode of Season 3 of the Stay Calm, Don’t Panic! Podcast, Chris Robey talks to Benny Nowell of Sevens in Boulder, Colorado about the power of belonging. Through his work with homeless teenagers, Benny has seen the extremes teens will go to find acceptance and belonging and speaks to our role as adults to help teenagers find positive places to belong. Join the conversation and find out how simple words can make a big impact!

Everyone wants to be known, cared for, and loved.
Benny Nowell

In this episode, Benny Nowell discusses…

  • The importance of belonging, especially during adolescence.
  • How present, engaged adults can impact a teenager.

Ask yourself…

  • Am I present and engaged when interacting with teenagers? How could I be more present?
  • Who needs to hear an encouraging word from me today?

Go ask a teen…

  • Where do you feel you belong?
  • How do you make others feel like they belong? Who could you reach out to?
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Karlie Duke

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Chris Robey

Chris Robey

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Benny Nowell

Benny Nowell

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