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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.

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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July 30th: Happy International Day of Friendship! frienships parenting tips Jul 30, 2023

Happy International Day of Friendship!

Today is a beautiful opportunity to embrace the power of human connection and solidarity.

At The Brave Girl Project, we believe that fostering strong bonds of friendship can lead to positive transformations in our world and within ourselves. This year, we inv...

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My Friend Comes Off As Mean To New People- What Do I Do? friendship drama parenting tips teen teen frienships teen problems Jul 26, 2023

Hi Brave Friends,

This last week in The Brave Girl Tribe, my virtual online community for girls in 5th to 8th grade, one of my girls asked for tips on how to handle if you have a friend that is nice to you but mean to other people and you are starting middle school together in the fall.

It can be ...

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Is Your Teen Stressed About Getting A Job- This Course Will Help! help getting a job parenting tips teen jobs teen problems teenage anxiety Jul 25, 2023

Hi Brave Parents,

Is your teen stressed about getting a job?  Maybe they just don't know where to start, feel overwhelmed, and simply are stuck and not taking action.

I know as a parent, we want the best for our tweens and teens, and part of that involves equipping them with the necessary skills t...

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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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The Importance of Early Discussion: Preventing Teen Dating Violence boundaries friendships mom and daughter parenting tips teen frienships tips for teens Jun 17, 2023

Did you know that dating relationships among girls can start as early as 6th grade, and these early relationships are becoming more prevalent?

While these relationships may initially seem harmless, studies reveal that many girls in this age group can experience violence within such relationships. I...

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6 Tips To Help Support Your Daughter Through Disappointment & Unfairness child's emotional growth friendship drama mother daughter relationship parenting tips problems teen worries teenage anxiety tips for teens May 31, 2023

Hi Brave Parents,

As your daughter navigates the challenges of growing up, it's natural for her to encounter moments of disappointment and unfairness. As a parent, you have the power to provide support and help her overcome these hurdles. 

Here are six tips to make the journey easier:

1. Listen a...

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15 Summer Job Ideas for Tween and Teen Girls parenting tips teen teen jobs tips May 24, 2023

Are you ready to make this summer an incredible time for your tween or teen daughter to develop valuable skills, boost her confidence, and embark on a journey of self-discovery?

Recently, one of my coaching clients, a fantastic fifth-grade girl, expressed her interest in getting a job over the summ...

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Helping Your Daughter Respond to Derogatory Names with Strength and Self-Respect friendship drama frienships parenting tips teen frienships teen worries May 02, 2023

During a Sunday session for The Brave Girl Tribe, several girls expressed concern about how to respond when boys call them derogatory names, such as the 'B-word.'

I want to start by saying that this behavior is NEVER acceptable. Your daughter needs to know that she deserves to be treated with respe...

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Popularity vs. Friendship Support for Teens & Parents mother daughter relationship parenting tips teen frienships teen problems teen worries teenage anxiety tips for teens Apr 26, 2023

I recently conducted a poll on Instagram asking my followers if they had ever been rejected by a friend who joined a more popular group. Shockingly, 100% of them had gone through this experience. In The Brave Girl Tribe, this is a common topic among the girls.

Pursuing popularity can be problematic...

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When You Don’t Feel Like Yourself: How Teens Can Reconnect and Find Balance During Tough Times back to school worries frienship loss in teens mom and daughter parenting tips teen worries Oct 04, 2021

Have you ever felt not yourself? 

 

You might feel like something is a bit off. You might have a hard time connecting to your thoughts and your feelings. You might be feeling stronger emotions and not fully understanding why. 

 

The other week I did not feel like myself at all. I felt very disco...

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When Your Daughter is Pushed Out of Her Friend Group: 10 Tips to Help Parents affirmations friendship drama mother daughter relationship parenting tips relationsal aggression Mar 19, 2021

 When Your Daughter is Pushed Out of Her Friend Group: 10 Tips to Help Parents.

When your daughter is pushed out of her friend group, the experience can be very hurtful for her. We may remember this from our own childhood, but when it’s your own daughter, it feels even more heartbreaking.

It coul...

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