About OYO.
Welcome to "On Your Own," a membership community designed for parents and teens (ages 14-21) who are committed to building essential life skills for independent living. Our community offers a supportive environment where members can connect with like-minded individuals, participate in interactive activities, and access valuable resources. With a focus on practical skills, personal growth, and real-world readiness, we're here to empower your teen to confidently 'make it' on their own, while also providing parents with the tools to guide them along the way.
Meet the Team.
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Kristen
OYO Founder
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Magnus
OYO Mascot and Keeper of the Snap Cup
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Denver
OYO Mascot and Resident Soccer Guru
What people are saying.
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"If you’re like most people, you’ve learned the most through experience. Classes can provide information and exposure on the cognitive level, but youth need the real world experience of managing money, preparing food, preparing for a job interview, making a dental or medical appointment, or opening a bank account to fully develop these skills - Youth need to internalize and personalize what they have learned and develop confidence about using the skill in the future."
Teen featured in CLS Interview
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"In addition to core academic subjects life skills like financial literacy, making a budget, cooking and the like should be taught starting in middle school. Those who say that should be a parent's job are partially right but the realities are that starting in middle school kids listen better to folks who are not their parents. Additionally, in households where there are two working parents it is tough to do those things after work."
Judy, Quora Contributor
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“Life skills education is crucial for teens to successfully transition into independent living. While academic knowledge is important, it often doesn't equip young people with the practical skills needed for everyday life. From managing finances to cooking nutritious meals, from effective communication to problem-solving, life skills are the foundation of a well-rounded and self-sufficient adult. Without these skills, many teens find themselves unprepared for the realities of adulthood, leading to unnecessary struggles with basic tasks."
Keith, Squarespace Reviewer