The Flowering Compass

“Doors were closed so other doors could be open.” Growing up isn't always easy and making the jump from a dependent teenager to an independent adult can be nerve-wracking. Taylor, the host of the podcast Talking All Day with Tae, addresses all the fears she had taking that jump. As a young woman in her 20s, she offers her advice on all the challenges she faced and shares her story. Time Stamps...

“The suicide rate for men is 4 times higher than that of women.” “Between the ages of 10 and 24, suicide is the third leading cause of death.” & “Men are more likely to use lethal force.” are just a few of the statistics Tanish and Maddie break down in this episode.  Tanish is a 17 year old Indian-American who enjoys cooking, swimming, and staying indoors to escape the AZ heat. After seeing hi...

9 schools and 4 states later, Kenzie has learned a lot about how to make good friends and the importance of reaching out…  Time Stamps: (2:00) - Kenzie's love for theatre and how it's pushed her out of her comfort zone. (14:33) - How moving constantly builds great sibling relations.   (23:48) - How to make good friends and keep them. (34:43) - The positives and negatives of change. (39:30)...

“She knew nothing of the world of magic. Not even that she is an enchantress.” That is the intro to Aaralynn Karman's, a 15 year old indie author, debut book. As the oldest of 6, Aaralynn is dedicated to showing her younger siblings the importance of pushing through failure and never giving up. Despite the many difficulties she faced in publishing her book, including her grandfather's pass...

In January of 2023, Bethany went through a rough breakup. The kind that changes your perspective and causes you to question your identity... Bethany Mitchell (23) is an Olympic weightlifter, former collegiate softball player, host of the podcast Just Be, and graphic designer. It was her history in softball that led her to an interest in weightlifting. Beginning in CrossFit, Bethany has come a long...

In this episode, Lucy and Maddie dive into Lucy’s unique religious upbringing and her discovery of spirituality. Lucy is 14 and the host of The Rae of Light Podcast. She’s been through public schools, private schools, and is now homeschooled. Her journey has taught her how to navigate bullying and the real impact of sensory processing. The Rae of Light Podcast: Instagram (@raeoflight_pod) Spotify...

“That’s you, you know, you still have to love that about yourself even if other people don’t like it.” Find JayJay's clothing brand Fotioner at https://fotioner.myshopify.com Time Stamps: (3:49) - JayJay has a clothing brand?! (12:56) - Christianity’s impact and the fear of God (15:54) - New York vs. Arizona (19:47) - The fear of rejection (24:15) - How your family shapes you  (33:39) - The de...

Life is all about balance and prioritizing what really matters to you. In today's episode, Julia Diaz and Madelyn Seal dive into the 'work life' balance of HS between sports, studying, and even running your own business. Make sure to check Julia out at... @abitarecollective @its.juliad abitarecollective.com Key Takeaways: -Prioritize what you love -Say yes to experiences -Just, live yo...

“Vulnerability is a sign of strength.”  This is a quote from episode 58 with Aryana and something I kept in mind while recording. Key Topics: - You have to acknowledge where you are in order to move forward - The power of journaling - Just sitting with your emotions Resources: Alex Hormozi's Podcast - The Game Apple Podcasts Spotify Dr. Joe Dispenza - YouTube Enjoyed the episode? Make sure to...

The voice behind the YouTube Channel Shenanakin Skywalker (Shen) dives into her love for Star Wars, the pros & cons of content creation, the impact & importance of the Gospel in her life, and more in an episode you won't want to miss! Time stamps: 4:20 - The homeschool experience 13:00 - How she got into Star Wars & her love for it 21:30 - Content creation 25:30 - Incorporating the...

Just a solo episode... Enjoyed this episode? Make sure to leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us grow! If you are interested in sharing your story, contact us at maddie@thefloweringcompass.com or DM us on Instagram @thefloweringcompass.pod

Moanna is a 15 year old who spent 2022 traveling with her dad, stepmom, younger brother, toddler sister, (and dog) in an RV across the United States. In this episode we break down what getting back to normal has been like for Moanna, her and her family's mental health during the trip, having divorced parents that work well together, and Moanna’s journey into social media.  Key Takeaway: Romanticiz...

Aryana is a 16 years old Iranian with a passion for mental health. Through Instagram, she shares meaningful messages about overcoming anxiety, academic validation, and reminds people that they are not alone.  In this episode, we discuss her love of boxing, speech and debate, journaling, poetry, and public speaking. Aryana dives into her mental health journey about how she learned to let go and “gi...

After failing to get into her dream school… Shan, a 17 year old who’s been homeschooled most of her life, is learning to turn things around and accept the failures and uncomfort life has to offer. From feeling too ‘sensitive’ to being diagnosed with BPD to starting in an online school, Shan is taking on life knowing that it won’t be easy but it’ll be worth it. In this episode we dive into: -Shan’s...

From a charter to public HS, Liv’s freshman year has been wildly eventful. In today’s episode we talk with Liv, the host of the podcast If The Night Could Talk, about why she decided to change schools and the impact of her friends. We discussed… - That people can change & how to handle it - What makes a good friend - The positives and negatives of being a ‘control freak’ - Loving yourself enou...

At 17, Julia has a working homestead with vegetables, chickens, and more! In this episode, we dive into her more traditional lifestyle and discuss why it’s so important to her. We cover: -How Julia got into homesteading -The seasons/being in sync with nature -What is a homemaker? -Holistic Nutrition -That college isn’t the only option -What it’s like to not have friends with similar hobbies -&...

A little experimental content. Let me know what your thoughts are! Contact me at maddie@thefloweringcompass.com or on Instagram @thefloweringcompass.pod

Brenden is the creator of Master Talk and in this episode he shows you how to become a better speaker and why it’s so important. We discuss : -Brenden’s journey to Master Talk and how he used case competitions to get a job. -The importance of clear communication. -How to reduce speaking anxiety. -Where does the fear of public speaking come from? -How to ace your presentations & have fun with i...

Meet Hailey! She is a sophomore in high school and a trans female. She enjoys listening to music as well as working on the technical side of theater. Here is her story! In this episode we discuss… - The importance of self-analysis - Growing up with very political parents - Her coming out story - Dealing with anxiety - Having a father that was a drug and alcohol addict in the past - & Her thoug...

Meet Amalia! Amalia is a senior in HS who has a love for singing and dancing. Her story is definitely one to tune in to! We discuss: - Amalia’s relationship with her 9 siblings - How she went to live with her extended family during her sophomore year - The car accident she got into & how it changed her - Seeing the joy and happiness despite hardship - Her theater, dance, & gymnastics exper...

In Ep. 50 Maddie talks about her goals for The Flowering Compass. What are your goals for this new year? Make sure to leave us a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us grow! If you are interested in sharing your story, contact us at maddie@thefloweringcompass.com or DM us on Instagram @thefloweringcompass.pod

Meet Kristen! Kristen is 16 and the host of the podcast, The Care Cafe (insta-@thecarecafe). One of her greatest passions is advocating for holistic, teen mental health and promoting individualist authenticity.  We discuss: - How to start being more authentic - The importance of owning who you are - How our teen years can be the most transformational years of our life - Her struggle with an E...

TW: self-harm & suicidal thoughts  Meet Destiny! She is 14 and the host of The Self Love Hotline Podcast. She also enjoys dancing, painting, and reading in her free time.  We discuss: - Her passions - Feeling like you’re out of place - How depression can affect you - Self-harm (the addiction, the reasons, etc.) - Healing emotional pain vs physical pain - Intrusive thoughts - Destiny’...

Kady is a sophomore in HS who loves theater and hopes to be a therapist in the future. Here is her story… We discuss: - How Kady’s ED started and what influenced it - How she ended up in an eating disorder facility for 73 days - Her journey of recovery and all the ups & downs - The effect her ED had on her mental health - The impact of her family and friends - Her love for theater and its impa...

Laila is a junior in HS who's heavily involved in the theatre department at her school. She has stage-managed many shows and has her own crochet business. She also loves psychology. Tune in to hear us discuss her story! We discuss: -How she came to love theatre -Her experience as a stage manager and director -Learning to let people go & the struggle of making new friends -Coping with trust issues...