Self awareness is a powerful tool. It supports personal growth, achievement of goals, better relationships, and overall fulfilling life. Developing self-awareness takes time and intention but once you begin the journey, you will notice helpful shifts and new...
A guide for parents, teens, and young adults Cecilia and Braden go to college in different states. They Snap constantly and talk a few times a day. One Friday night, Cecilia went out with friends. She was having so much fun dancing and talking with her girls...
My parent, teen, and young adult clients all share a common desire: reducing stress. Parents want to feel less stress in balancing their personal lives with work and family. They seek relief, balance, and time for self-care. Teens wish school could...
This time of year, I often coach my teen and young adult clients on the topic of goal setting. During our conversations, girls often share why they consider goals important. Recently, one teen client said, “When you want to do something or you want something to...
It’s tough being a girl! Between the powerful influence of social media, unreachable standards of beauty, and overwhelming pressure to succeed, teens and young adults often find themselves drowning in fear and insecurity. They are afraid they won’t be accepted. They...
School is in full swing and assignments are starting to pile up. How can you help your high school or college student avoid being stressed and overwhelmed? One way is by creating an effective study space. One that will rekindle her motivation and help her focus on...
One of my most popular presentations is on the hot topic of teen dating. In a recent presentation, I asked a group of freshman and sophomore girls to write anonymous questions related to dating and relationships. Their questions provide insights into the situations...
Sorority recruitment, or rush, is a stressful time for most college students. The girls I coach have described the experience as competitive, exhausting, and harsh. At event after event, they have to put their best face forward to meet the certain standards and...
The transition to college is a big step for your daughter. Her college years will be full of important changes and growth. She will learn more about who she is, what matters to her, and what she wants out of life. While this is an exciting step for her, it might be...
One of the most insidious yet common forms of bullying is what is known as Relational Aggression. If your daughter has been experiencing bullying it most likely falls under this category, perpetrated by the so-called “mean girls” whose intent is to undermine their...
