The Brave Girl Project Blog
Helping tween and teen girlsâand their parentsânavigate friendship challenges and build confidence. Find the tools and resources you need to support your daughter and empower her to live bravely.
Have you ever watched your daughter hesitate before saying âyesâ to a birthday party, school dance, or group hangoutânot because sheâs shy, but because she knows someone will be there who makes her feel uncomfortable?
Maybe itâs a former friend whoâs suddenly gone cold, a group thatâs subtly pushin...
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Friendships are a huge part of a girlâs life, but not all friendships are healthy. Sometimes, a friend may not be as supportive as they seem, leaving your daughter feeling confused, hurt, or unsure of where she stands.
In my latest episode of The Brave Girl Project Podcast, I dive into the trick...
Why Community Support is Essential for Middle and High School Girls
Friendship challenges can feel overwhelming for middle and high school girls. From shifting social circles to the pressures of fitting in, these years can be a rollercoaster of emotions. One of the most powerful ways to help girls ...
As the lazy days of winter break come to an end, the thought of jumping back into the school routine can bring about a case of the back-to-school blues for students and parents alike. But worry not! We've put together effective strategies and personal tips to help make this transition smoother and m...
 As we get ready to step into 2025, it's the perfect time to pause, reflect, and plan for the months ahead.
Many of us set resolutions with the best intentions, but often, we donât have a clear plan on how to achieve them.
This year, letâs do it differently with a simple yet powerful tool that Iâm...
Middle and high school can be some of the most challenging years in your daughterâs life.
Between the academic pressures, changing social dynamics, and the search for independence, these years often come with struggles to find meaningful friendships and a sense of belonging. As a parent, you may fe...
I recently helped one of my coaching clients navigate her first breakupâa painful but significant milestone for so many of us. I can still remember my own first heartbreak back in 1990. At the time, Sinead OâConnorâs Nothing Compares 2 U was all over the radio, and it quickly became my heartbreak an...
Do you have multiple teenagers living in your house?
If you do have multiple teenagers I admire you and I'm scared to even ask how many hours you spend in your car each week just driving your kids to all of their activities.
It is so hard dividing our time and attention equally when we have multi...
Is your daughter struggling with a mean or disrespectful friend in her group?
Many girls I work with in coaching share this same challenge. It's heartbreaking to see how deeply it affects them, especially within their friendships.
Together, we explore why some people behave this way and, most impo...
It can be so tough supporting our daughters through their ups and downs. I know that it can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it seems like weâre carrying the weight of their emotions.
Thatâs why this week, I recorded a podcast episode just for you on How To Handle Your Daughter's Tough E...
In our ongoing conversation about the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, this week we're tackling a particularly tricky subject that many of us encounter: passive-aggressive behavior in our teens.
Building on our previous discussion about supporting our daughters through passive-aggress...
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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