10 for Teens + Tweens

Usually you can put out small friendship fires, but sometimes small fires can grow out of control. Let's talk about red flag warnings to watch for in friendships so you don’t get caught in a blaze. .   .   . To help you, snag your "Friendship Red Flags Worksheet" printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 051 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Check out my interview with Athlete Mental Performance Coach  Lorrine Headrick. @Lorrine. Headrick In our conversation, Lorrine discusses: Emotion =/= weakness How your interest isn’t your identity If mental performance is more important than physical Why awareness of thoughts is a game changer A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 050 show notes on Em...

Let's look at Gratitude from a different angle. I compare focusing on what we have or don't have and discuss helpful/unhelpful approaches to Gratitude. .   .   . To help you, snag your "Gratitude Journal" page printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 049 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Have you ever noticed how much we compliment each other on our appearance? Who you are is way more than what you look like.  I’m not suggesting we walk around with paper bags over our heads and never again remark on someone’s looks. But the ratio of physical vs. non-physical compliments is greatly lopsided. So let’s shift our focus to more than our bodies, more than how we look, more than being ca...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Jacqueline Nesi, a psychologist and expert on how social media impacts teens and tweens @jacqueline_nesi.   Dr. Nesi shared her findings on how girls are affected by social media, red flags to watch for when using it, and ideas on how social media could be helpful. . . . A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 047...

Puberty part 4: Emotions and Healthy Habits for your physical and mental health. Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal. . . . A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 046 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Puberty part 3: Menstrual Cycles and Periods. Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal. A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 045 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Puberty part 2: Shape, Weight, Breast Development, and Body Hair. Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal. A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 044 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Many of you are asking about puberty, so let's talk about it! Puberty part 1: What It Is, Growth, Smell, Hair, and Skin. Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal. A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 042 show notes on Em...

After MULTIPLE requests for this topic, I had to take it on. We're talking crushes and 'ships, as in relationSHIPS: being just friends, more than friends, dance dates, dos/don'ts, etc. Check out ep. 121 Crushes + Ships pt. 2 here! A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 042 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Felt bored recently? Boredom occurs when you’re not interested in what’s happening and your brain isn’t being stimulated. Boredom may seem miserable, but what if being bored is actually a good thing? While our go-to method to deal with it is through technology,  I've got lots of better alternatives for you. .   .   . To help you, I created a "I'm Bored Ideas" poster. Get your p...

Intuitive Eating Coach Laura Cragun @lauracragun joins the show to discuss what this approach to health and wellness is/isn't and why it's important for tween and teen girls (and women, too!).  . . . A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 040 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com . Content warning: disordered eating, eating disorders

Even if it’s the middle of the school year when you listen to this, I want to share my best advice for back to school that can help you all year long. • People are icebergs • Be kind • Speak up .   .   . To help you, I created a "Back to School Advice" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 039 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Technology trends are constantly changing.  Here's the DL on the anonymous message app NGL and its many red flags. .   .   . A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 038 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Sibling conflict is a normal part of growing up, so let's talk about tools that can help you get along. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Sibling Frame" poster you can add a picture to. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 037 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Whether over current events or typical friendship fires, you may experience tension as you encounter different beliefs and strong opinions. In this special extended episode, I talk with Sharon McMahon @sharonsaysso about how to turn confrontations into conversations. In our interview, Sharon discusses: How to approach conflict by asking questions with curiosity Why tone matters and in-person conve...

Let’s do Hype Girl Summer! Let go of comparison, envy, and criticism, and instead hype up yourself and others so you all can fully enjoy and experience what this season – life, really – has to offer! .   .   . To help you, I created a "Hype Girl Summer" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 035 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Given all that's happening throughout the world,  I want to share tools to help you cope with tragic news events. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Quotes to Cope with Tragic News Events" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 034 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

Girls feel immense pressure to achieve perfection school, activities, accomplishments, and even appearance. And when we don’t measure up, perfectionism wreaks havoc in our lives. So let's help you beat it! .   .   . To help you remember, I created a “A Real Girl isn't Perfect" poster . Go get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 033 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com .

 Mental health and illness have been a Bruno–until recently people didn’t talk about them. But the more conversations we have about mental health and illness, the more comfortable we’ll be talking about them, recognizing signs, and getting necessary help. Everyone has bad days here and there, but sometimes people’s bad days go on for weeks affecting their daily life and sleep, they stop doing thin...

You won't get any awards for being the "Most Busy," but you might get burned out. Just like a car, if you don't stop regularly to refill your tank, you're going to run out of gas. Let's take a look at your schedule and see if we can fit in some more free time. .   .   . To help you remember, I created a “My Time Planner" worksheet . Go get your printable in the 1...

April is Stress Awareness Month! Studies show that your age group –Gen Z– is facing more stressors than any other age group. Have you heard of Self Care? It’s whatever helps you be physically, emotionally, and mentally healthy.  In this episode I share specific forms of Self Care that have helped me. .   .   . To help you remember, I created a “Self Care" poster . Go get your printable in the...

I'm thrilled to welcome Nutrition and Wellness Coach AND author Lizzy Cangro! She just released her book Reclaim the Rebel: 12 Rebellious Acts to Achieve Unconditional Love for Your Body . In our interview, Lizzy explains: Her struggles with food and exercise as a teen The motives of the diet and beauty industries How to rebel against those industries and trust yourself You are already enough...

You need to read "No Boundaries" ! I chatted with one of the authors, National Geographic Explorer and conservation photographer Gabby Salazar. Her book features 25 women explorers and scientists in different fields all over the world. In our interview, Gabby shares why girls need to see women in STEM and how "No Boundaries" can inspire girls right now! . . . A full transcript...

Let's celebrate Women’s History Month! If I told you about all of the influential women from history, this episode would go on for weeks, months even. Instead, I'll focus on the important traits women in history have in common. .   .   . To help you remember, I created a “Be Doers Dedicated Daring" poster . Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 027 show notes on Empowe...