[Assets] FW: What are your favorite asset messages?

[Kristin Johnstad]

The twist I would add is: connecting the idea of "building' to

we BUILD strong kids, strong families, strong communities.

The BUILDING occurs through an intentional focus on the research-based
Developmental Assets.

Ta da. Kind of simple but simple is great especially when it works. K
Happy spring asset builders!

On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 9:33 PM, Harris, Sandra <sandra.harris at ymca.net>wrote:

>  Asset Champions,
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> What are your favorite key asset messages?   Please share some of those
> messages that “stick” from your experience.
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> One of my favorites is the importance of “building relationships.”
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> *****
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> Book recommendation:
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> Be sure to read Dr. Peter Benson’s book *Sparks**: How Parents Can Help
> Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers.  *The book talks about awakening
> the spark inside of each young person.  When sparks are nurtured, they bring
> joy, energy and direction to the youth.  Don’t miss reading Dr. Benson’s
> work regarding this step-by-step approach to helping teens discover their
> unique gifts.* *  Go to Search Institute’s online store at
> http://www.searchinstitutestore.org/default.asp to order it.
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> Sandra
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