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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.

5 Signs That Your Daughter Has A Passive-Aggressive Friend. friendship drama friendship loss in teens friendships parenting tips passive-aggressive friend teen problems tips for teens Oct 02, 2024

Has your daughter ever come home in tears because of a friend who is acting mean, especially through passive-aggressive actions directed toward her?

This is a common theme that members of The Brave Girl Tribe frequently discuss during our calls, and it's also a challenge faced by many of my individ...

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Why is the transition to middle school so tough for your daughter? back to school worries child's emotional growth frienship loss in teens frienships parenting tips tips for teens Sep 20, 2024

As our daughters embark on their middle school journey, they navigate a complex maze of social, emotional, and academic transformations. Understanding these pivotal changes is crucial in providing them with the support they need.

To further aid you and your daughter during this transition, I offer ...

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How to Support Your Daughter Through Back-to-School Challenges back to school worries frienship loss in teens frienships mindfulness mom and daughter mother daughter relationship teen frienships teenage anxiety tips for teens Aug 26, 2024

As the new school year begins, many of our daughters are facing back-to-school challenges, which can bring up feelings of exclusion, loneliness, and uncertainty. I've heard several girls share common experiences during this time:

  • "My friends are talking about things that I am not a part of since
  • ...
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Empowering Young Women: Female Olympians Redefine Strength & Inspire child's emotional growth mother daughter relationship tips for teens Aug 04, 2024

I loved watching the Olympics and often find myself on the edge of my seat as if these athletes are my own family members. The dedication and sacrifices these women and men make are nothing short of inspiring.
Who is inspiring you?

I have been inspired by Ilona Maher, a member of the US Women's Rugb...

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Empowering Our Daughters: Overcoming Bullying and Building Resilience back to school worries child's emotional growth frienship loss in teens mom and daughter negative thoughts parenting tips teen problems teen worries tips for teens Jul 24, 2024

Empowering Your Daughter to Overcome Bullying

In The Brave Girl Tribe, many girls have courageously shared their experiences of being bullied by classmates and even friends. Hearing these stories has been incredibly helpful for others, showing them they are not alone and providing encouragement and...

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Guiding Your Daughter in Making New Friends back to school worries frienships mindfulness parenting tips teen frienships teen problems tips for teens Jul 19, 2024

Making friends in middle school can be effortless for some girls, while others may find it challenging to initiate and maintain friendships.

In my online community for girls in 5th to 8th grade, The Brave Girl Tribe, many members have expressed a desire for help in making new friends. We are dedica...

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Tips and Tools for Raising Confident Girls back to school worries mother daughter relationship negative thoughts teen problems teenage anxiety tips for teens Jul 08, 2024

 In our ongoing discussions within The Brave Girl Tribe, our vibrant community for girls in 5th to 8th grade, a popular topic has emerged—building confidence in uncomfortable situations.

Our members shared stories about times they felt out of place or nervous, sparking a meaningful conversation and...

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Boost your daughter's social skill with the 30-second Rule back to school worries friendship drama mom and daughter mother daughter relationship teen frienships teenage anxiety tips for teens Jun 27, 2024

I want to share a simple yet powerful guideline that can help our daughters become more thoughtful in their daily interactions. This insight, known as the '30-Second Rule,' comes from Ms. Natalie Ringold, a 4th-grade teacher who shares her wisdom on Instagram under the handle @always.upper.elementar...

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5 tips for supporting your Middle School daughter back to school worries friendship drama mindfulness motivation tips for teens Jun 16, 2024

I hope this message finds you well as the school year winds down. Being a parent can be hard, especially during these demanding months. How are you and your daughter doing? I genuinely want to know!

Parenting a tween or teen can feel like a constant struggle, particularly with the social dynamics t...

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Get Your Tween or Teen Ready For Summer! child's emotional growth frienships mindfulness mom and daughter teen jobs tips for teens May 22, 2024

As summer beckons with its promise of endless possibilities, it's the perfect time to dream big and plan even bigger! This year, we're taking the summer bucket list to a new level of excitement and personal growth.

Why Create a Summer Growth Bucket List?
Summer isn't just a break from school—it's a ...

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Guiding Your Daughter: Effective Strategies for Managing Finals with Confidence affirmations mindfulness mom and daughter motivation teen problems tips for teens May 08, 2024

Anxiety can build as final exams and standardized testing season approaches. It’s a critical time for our students, especially those managing ADHD. Let’s explore how we can help our daughters feel less overwhelmed and more empowered during this stressful time of year.

Navigating the educational jou...

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You Are More Than Enough! back to school worries frienship loss in teens help getting a job meditation mindfulness parenting tips self care teenage anxiety tips for teens Apr 30, 2024

Life can throw a lot at us. For parents, the mix includes juggling work, managing the home, and being there emotionally for our kids as they tackle their own challenges.

Our tween and teen girls are navigating the tricky waters of school life, dealing with the pressures of friendships and the const...

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