The GROW Sociability Alphabet

A Authentic Self

  • Be you!

B Big Optimism 

  • Believing is Seeing

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 the GROW Alphabet!

Designed for children and teens ages 6–18, our GROW Alphabet is a fun, practical, and empowering tool that helps young people build meaningful friendships—while giving parents the guidance to support their journey.

What Does GROW Stand For?

G – Goals

Set exciting friendship goals and imagine the connections you’d love to create!

R – Reality

Reflect on your current friendships and explore areas for growth and improvement.

O – Options

Explore creative, confidence-boosting ways to meet new people and deepen connections.

W – Wonder

Celebrate the joy and possibilities that come with true, lasting friendships.

The GROW Alphabet is your go-to guide for building strong social skills and lasting relationships. Packed with easy-to-follow steps and meaningful activities, it encourages young people to connect with others in ways that are authentic, fun, and confidence-building.

Whether you're just starting out or ready to grow deeper friendships, GROW offers the roadmap to get there—together with the people who matter most.

Start your journey toward connection and confidence today!