Author's note -- Introduction: the paradox of girls' success : why girls, why now -- The perfect girl myth : why it's so prevalent and such a problem -- So many ways to be boxed in -- Parental attitudes and approach : part of the problem or part of the solution? -- Breaking down the boxes -- Putting purpose into organizational practice -- Rome wasn't built in a day : strategies for quizzes, tests, projects, and finals -- Social wellness : putting the fun back into fun and games -- Emotional wellness : compensating and problem solving -- Physical wellness -- Spiritual wellness : reflecting and connecting -- Implementing the strategies -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Index.