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Helping tween and teen girls—and their parents—navigate friendship challenges and build confidence. Find the tools and resources you need to support your daughter and empower her to live bravely.

Supporting Children Through Anxiety back to school worries friendship drama frienship loss in teens mindfulness teen worries teenage anxiety tips tips for teens Mar 08, 2024

One thing you may not know about me is that I love to learn.

I am surprised by my love of learning as I was not an eager student in high school, but today, I am excited to participate in the SPACE Program training with the Yale Child Study Center led by Dr. Eli Lebowitz. SPACE stands for Supportive...

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Teen Birthday Disappointments: Friendship Affirmations! affirmations child's emotional growth friendship drama frienships mindfulness mother daughter relationship self care teen problems Jan 31, 2024

 

As I celebrate another year of life, I find myself reflecting on the past, particularly a poignant memory from my 13th birthday. Turning 13 marked a significant milestone, and I couldn't wait to celebrate with my friends.

I vividly recall my 13th birthday, eagerly anticipating my first-ever slee...
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My Daughter Doesn't Want To Talk To Me Anymore, Why? child's emotional growth journaling mindfulness mom and daughter mother daughter relationship parenting tips problems teen problems tips tips for teens Jan 09, 2024

I want to address a poignant question raised by one of my Instagram followers, who expressed concerns about feeling a growing distance between her and her teenage daughter.

It's a challenge many parents face as their children navigate the tumultuous waters of adolescence.

To shed some light on thi...

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Navigating Worry, Anxiety, and Loss of Motivation with Your Daughter back to school worries frienships mindfulness mom and daughter mother daughter relationship motivation teen tips tips for teens Dec 12, 2023

In our most recent Brave Girl Tribe call, part of my Life Coaching Virtual program designed for girls in 5th to 8th grade, the girls bravely opened up about their experiences with worry and anxiety. Their courage shed light on a common struggle that many of our tweens and teens face.

This time of y...

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Nurturing Empowerment and Friendship: Practical Tips for Teenage Girls friendship drama mindfulness mother daughter relationship parenting tips relationsal aggression teenage anxiety tips Oct 14, 2023

Friendships, as beautiful and fulfilling as they can be, are not always smooth sailing. We've all encountered the stormy seas of misunderstandings, conflicts, and the inevitable ups and downs of maintaining meaningful connections.

In 2016-2017, ROX Institute's Girls Index Survey found that a stagge...

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Is Your Teen Finding It Hard to Open Up? Here’s a Tool to Support Her Emotional Growth affirmations child's emotional growth feeling wheel friendship drama journaling mindfulness parenting tips tips for teens Aug 15, 2023

As parents, we embark on a beautiful journey with our children, witnessing their growth and development at every step.

Along this path, we encounter moments of joy, laughter, and love, but we also face challenges and complexities that can be overwhelming.

As our children grow and navigate new emot...

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Self Care Resources For Parents And Daughters Of All Ages! affirmations journaling mindfulness mom and daughter parenting tips self care tips Aug 03, 2023

Hi Brave Friends,

In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it's easy for parents and children to neglect their own well-being while attending to the responsibilities of daily life. However, self-care is not just a luxury but a crucial aspect of maintaining a healthy and balanced life for b...

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Life Skills Needed During The Middle School Years! how to handle mindfulness parenting tips shy teen teen Jun 26, 2023

Hi Brave Friends,

Welcome fellow adventurers, to a world of empowerment and growth!

Picture this: a virtual gathering of bright minds, a tribe of brave girls ready to conquer the challenges of middle school with confidence and resilience. Step into The Brave Girl Tribe, a remarkable online communi...

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Embracing the Transition: Helping Your Anxious Teen Thrive in the Summer Break with a Summer Bucket List child's emotional growth mindfulness mom and daughter motivation shy teen summer fun teen tips for teens Jun 04, 2023

 Hi Brave Parents,

As the school year comes to an end, some teenagers may find themselves feeling anxious or apprehensive about the summer break. Your Daughter might have grown accustomed to the routine, structure, and social connections that school provides, and the thought of a long break can be ...

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Four Pebbles to Happiness Meditation meditation mindfulness Apr 20, 2021

Hi Brave Girls,

Today we are doing a meditation based on Thich Nhat Hanh’s, A Handful of Quiet.

You will need 4 pebbles.

The first pebble is your flower. It is a reminder of being fresh and open. It also reminds us to see the beauty and possibilities around us.

The second pebble represents your...

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Loving Kindness Meditation journaling mindfulness teenage anxiety tips Apr 12, 2021

Hi Brave Friends,

As part of the Inner Spring Cleaning, I will be sharing weekly meditations. 

This week we start with a Loving Kindness Meditation to help inspire compassion for yourself, family, friends, and even those people that bring up negative emotions in you.

There is a free Love and Kind...

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How To Grow Your Happiness gratitude meditation mindfulness Dec 17, 2019

Hi Brave Friends!!

 I am sharing with you one of my secrets that I do everyday-sometimes even twice a day, and I am sharing this secret with you because I want you to feel happy, centered, healthy, and present. 

The secret is that I practice mindfulness every day, and it is the one thing that help...

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