The GROW Friendship Alphabet

A Authentic Self

  • Be you!

B Big Optimism 

  • “Believing is Seeing” - Wendy, The Santa Clause

C Common Interests 

  • What do YOU like?

D Demonstrate . Interest 

  • Why do YOU like them?

E Empathy 

  • Put yourself in their shoes!

F Fun and Laughter 

  • Laughter is the best medicine!

G Group Outings 

  • What can YOU do as a GROUP?

H Honesty 

  • Be truthful and transparent!

I Inclusive 

  • Make everyone feel welcome!

J Jokes and Humor 

  • Laughter is contagious!

K Kindness 

  • Treat others with kindness!

L Listening 

  • Listen actively and attentively!

M Mutual Respect 

  • Respect each other's differences!

N Non-Judgmental 

  • Don’t judge others based on appearances!

O Open-Minded 

  • Be open to new ideas and perspectives!

P Patience 

  • Practice patience and understanding!

Q Questions 

  • Ask Questions!

R Resolutions 

  • Remember the gray area in arguments! You don’t have to end a friendship over pizza toppings!

S Sustained Conversations 

  • Keep the conversations going!

T Two-Sided Conversations 

  • Listen to each other’s perspectives!

U Understanding 

  • Try to understand each other’s feelings!

V Vulnerability 

  • Be willing to be vulnerable and open!

W Warmth 

  • Show warmth and affection!

X eXtra Effort 

  • Put in extra effort to make the friendship work!

Y You 

  • Focus on YOU and your own growth!

Z Zero Judgment 

  • Don’t judge others based on their mistakes!

Unlock the power of friendship with our “GROW Alphabet”! Tailored for kids and teens aged 6-18, this fun and engaging resource helps young people build strong, meaningful relationships while empowering parents to support their social journeys.

What Does GROW Stand For?

  • Goals: Dream big about your friendships and set exciting targets!

  • Reality: Take a look at your current friendships and what can be improved.

  • Options: Discover creative ways to connect and make new friends!

  • Wonder: Embrace the amazing possibilities that come from genuine connections.

The “GROW Alphabet” is your essential roadmap for building lasting friendships and enhancing social skills. Designed for kids and teens, it offers practical insights and fun ideas to help you connect meaningfully with others.

With clear goals, creative strategies, and a focus on the wonders of friendship, this guide empowers young people and their parents to forge strong bonds and boost confidence in social situations. Start your journey to unforgettable friendships today!