RAISING CONFIDENT TEEN DAUGHTERS | Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Mental Health Education, Parenting, Friendship, Comparison

You're doing all the right things to build her confidence, yet she's still trying to "change herself" to fit in with friends. You're not alone in this struggle! Tune in to find out why this is happening and what you can do to help anchor your daughter from drifting too far from who she is meant to be. xo, Kristen     Get My Favorite Travel Card (Sapphire Preferred) to adventure with your daughter:...

Have you ever projected your past insecurities and fears from your teen years onto your girls, when in fact, they don't have the same struggles? This is so common. Listen in to hear some examples of how this might be showing up in your parenting, when it's not helpful, and what to try instead. xo, Kristen   Favorite Summer Boredom Activity: (Use code KRISTENARNETT to save 10%) - My girls have lear...

This one might surprise you because it's sooo easy to forget about: taking care of YOU. After my therapist reminded me of this last week, I knew I needed to record an episode about it. This is an especially important concept for us moms to remember during the summers when we are pulled so many directions with our kiddos! xo, Kristen   Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build...

It literally breaks our hearts as moms when we hear our girls say they're ugly, fat, etc. and our default reaction is to tell them how beautiful they are. However the timing of when we tell them that matters, as well as what we say before and after. Listen in to hear the framework for exactly what to say when this happens in your home so you're prepared to respond in a way that builds both connect...

Have you ever felt pressure to make your summer look like everyone else's? Tune in to hear my approach to the summer slowdown, and also why it's the best season to build up your daughter's confidence! (All while making space to take care of yourself too.) xo, Kristen   My girls and I love these lettering workbooks! Get 10% off with code KRISTENARNETT - checks the summer creativity AND emotional he...

Ahh how did this day finally arrive?! As I've been reflecting back on the past {almost} 18 years of raising of firstborn, I wanted to share some of my thoughts, feelings, and also lessons learned along the way. No matter how old your daughter is, I think you will find this {raw and emotional} episode helpful on your own parenting journey!  xo, Kristen   NEW Summer Camp for local tween girls! Learn...

One of the biggest struggles your daughter will deal with is COMPARISON. And let's be honest - we probably struggle with it to some degree also! However, our default attempts to help our girls with this might unintentionally cause them to feel shame when they do compare. Tune in to find out a better way to help them - and yourself - with comparison! (And if you're a fellow dance mom, you will rela...

What if an important part of raising confident girls (and feeling more confident yourself) lies in letting go of perfection? Tune in this week as we explore the powerful concept of the "good enough mom" and discover how embracing imperfection can lead to more joy and less pressure in your motherhood journey. xo, Kristen   NEW One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles...

What happens when there's some bullying going on between siblings, and you're worried your daughter's self-esteem is starting to be affected? How do you help your other child in this situation also? This is a tricky topic to navigate. Tune in for some hopeful news and actionable tools. xo, Kristen   Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five...

Teaching our girls the power they have to change their thoughts about a situation when they want to feel better is foundational to confidence-building. But why doesn't it work sometimes? There's an important first step you might be missing. Listen in to hear some recent personal experiences where I was reminded of the importance of remembering this step. I'll also walk you through how to help your...

Ahh if you're currently going through this with your daughter, I feel you. Whether she's not being included, feeling like she doesn't belong, or struggling with loneliness, it's one of the hardest things for our mom hearts to watch. And sometimes the mama bear inside of us wants to come out. Tune in to hear me break down a popular social media post on this topic that offers a different perspective...

Let's catch-up! Join me for a "Life Lately" episode where I'm sharing what's been happening in our lives, with a focus on the real and sometimes bumpy road of confidence – the struggles and the wins. Tune in for a dose of relatability and some fun updates! xo, Kristen   Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day Calling local B...

Sharing a quick, vulnerable story with you about a powerful way to teach your daughter about confidence. (And what mistake you might be making!) xo, Kristen   Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day

Just a few more days to join us and grow your daughter's confidence while strengthening your connection! In case you're wondering if this will be a good fit for you and your daughter, this episode is for you. xo, Kristen   Join here to save 50% through Monday, March 24th only! Meant to Be Confident

In this episode I'm taking you step-by-step through the most important things to teach your daughter when it comes to building a beautiful foundation of confidence and self-esteem. The impact this framework has had on me, my girls, and the tons of girls who have experienced our local workshops is something I'm so grateful for. And now I can't wait for you to have it as well! xo, Kristen Final Chan...

This episode is close to my heart as I'm sharing how this emotional health journey has been for my family. Listen in to learn two of the top ways I've worked to build my daughters' self-esteem that have made the biggest impact. And I'll share with you how you can do the same! xo, Kristen   Registration is OPEN for my new Meant to Be Confident Online Course for Moms and Tween Girls! If you want to...

By understanding the challenges of raising tween girls, we can better support them and give them the tools they need. Our parenting role starts to shift during these ages, but they still need us more than ever! If you're feeling overwhelmed, I've got some good news: by focusing on just ONE thing during these years, it will have a positive impact on all the other struggles.  xo, Kristen   Registrat...

We want to support our girls through their big emotions, but we often find ourselves reacting to them which is not helpful! I'm sharing my best secrets to staying calm and how to help your daughter do the same, so don't miss this one! xo, Kristen   *NEW! Meant to Be Confident Online Course - Grow a Deeper Connection with Your Confident Daughter in Just 4 Weeks! Founding Member Limited Time Pricing...

Ahh it is so frustrating when our girls start caring more about what their peers think than what we are trying SO hard to instill in them! Don't give up though. Listen in to understand why this happens and how to make sure those seeds of self-worth you are planting in her grow into something beautiful! xo, Kristen   Download my free parenting guide here: 5 Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self...

Are you struggling to find the right way to communicate with your daughter when all you want is for her to confide in you, believe what you tell her, and to strengthen your connection along the way? I feel you! And once I figured out how to change the way I communicated, things got better and better.  I promise it's possible for you too! xo, Kristen   To strengthen these communication skills even...

If you feel exhausted trying to figure out how to parent in this new season of the tween and teen years, you're not alone. We're talking about why this shift happens and what you can do to feel more confident in your parenting and most importantly... keep your connection with your daughter.  xo, Kristen   Download my free parenting guide here: 5 Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in...

Whether it's friend drama, increased anxiety, or struggling to believe in herself - we all worry about our girls! But sometimes it's hard to know what to say in these moments. What if I told you there was one thing you can tell her that will make the biggest difference in helping her get through this hard season? And it's something that we often don't think of saying! This episode is short, yet in...

Want a fun activity to do with your daughter to map out her goals for the year? If you're feeling inspired, these confidence maps are the perfect way to discover her strengths, values, and passions to live the adventure she was meant for. (And you'll love creating one for yourself too!) xo, Kristen   Get the printables here: Choose Your Adventure Mini-Lesson Local friends: Join us for our last in-...

One of the things I love most about this time of year is taking the time to look back on the previous year. You'll learn why it's important, how simple the process can be, hear my highlights both personally and for Meant to Be Me, and be inspired with a fun way to help your daughter reflect on her own year.  This episode will help you lay the foundation to move forward with confidence this year! x...

Happy New Year! If you want a stronger connection with your tween or teen daughter this year but have a busy schedule, you will love these simple yet incredibly impactful tips. Download the free guide that goes along with this episode to go even deeper and for a cute printable to remind you: Get it here xo, Kristen   Local friends - our February confidence workshops for girls in 4th-6th grades are...