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June 12, 2025

Teenage Self Confidence- Why it Matters and How to Grow it

The teenage years are full of challenges- changing bodies, shifting social circles, academic pressures, and growing independence. In the midst of all this change, self confidence plays a powerful role. It’s the foundation that helps teens make healthy choices, form strong relationships, and bounce back from inevitable setbacks.

But what exactly is self confidence, why does it matter so much, and how can we help teens grow it in a healthy way? While no one parents or guides teenagers perfectly, making an effort to nurture their self confidence can be life changing.

Keep reading to learn more.

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March 19, 2025

Why Does Everything Stress Me Out? And How to Cope

Have you ever felt like even the smallest things set you off? From minor inconveniences to major life changes, it may seem like everything- work, relationships, responsibilities, and even social interactions- leaves you feeling drained and overwhelmed. If you find yourself thinking, “Why does everything stress me out?” you’re not alone. Many people experience heightened sensitivity to stress, or your stress may even be linked to depression or anxiety. Understanding why this happens to you is the first step toward finding relief.

Keep reading to learn more.

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February 19, 2025

Self Esteem for Teenage Girls- Practical Advice for Parents

Being a parent to a teenager can be tricky, and some may have the opinion that a teenage girl is even trickier (but also pretty magical, right?) Self esteem is a fundamental aspect of any persons growth. Self esteem in a teenage girl shapes their mental health, physical health, friendships, and aspirations. According to the CDC, teenage girls are experiencing higher levels of sadness, alcohol use, and violence compared to teenage boys.

Navigating the world of social media, peer expectations, and societal norms can be pretty tough when you don’t even have a fully developed prefrontal lobe yet.

Strengthening self esteem is key to helping teen girls make it through adolescence with confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of self-worth. Keep reading to learn more.

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February 5, 2025

How to Help Your Teenager Make Friends: Practical Tips

When you’re a teenager, friendships play an integral role in your development. Friendships can influence your self-esteem, social skills, interests, and emotional resilience. Unfortunately, making friends isn’t always easy- especially during those formidable awkward years!

In this day and age with social media and other time consuming electronics, social interactions can be even trickier. If your teen is struggling to connect with their peers, there are things you can do to help support them.

Keep reading to learn how to assist your teenager in making meaningful friendships.

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January 8, 2025

Surviving Postpartum Burnout: A Guide

Motherhood is an amazing, transformative, joyous journey. It is also HARD! Let me say that again- being a mom is hard. No matter the stage you are in- whether you are 2 weeks postpartum with your first baby, or a month into juggling a newborn and two toddlers- it is not always an easy stage in life. Two things can be true, it can amazingly rewarding, feeling like your heart can burst at any moment from the amount of love you feel… and it can be exhausting and difficult.

If you are feeling completely overwhelmed, burnt out, or lost, I hear you. It is okay to admit this to yourself, and it in no way makes you a bad mom. There is hope in your future, and it can get better! Keep reading to learn more.

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December 4, 2024

How to Deal with Anxiety in Teenagers

The primitive teenage years are often a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences. This sensitive time is filled with academic pressures, social challenges, and personal growth. While some anxiety is a normal part of development, persistent or overwhelming anxiety can interfere with a teen’s ability to thrive. It can be distressing to see your teenager struggling with anxiety- but don’t worry too much! There is hope, and help is available.

Understanding how to identify and effectively address anxiety in teens is essential for parents, teachers, and other caregivers. Keep reading to learn more about how to deal with anxiety in teenagers.

November 6, 2024

How Much Stress Is Too Much? A Guide for Managing Overload

Stress may be a familiar companion for you in todays ultra fast-paced society. You probably feel like you are juggling a million things a day- housework, kids, your spouse, career, family relationships, social obligations, and personal goals. Phew!

Although some stress can be a motivator by pushing us to meet our deadlines or goals, chronic stress can take a toll. Our mental and physical health can be negatively impacted by excessive stressors.

So the question remains- how much stress is too much? And how can we recognize the signs before it spirals out of control? keep reading to learn more.

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September 19, 2024

Teenager Acting Out? Here’s How to Manage

Ah, the blissful teenage years. You remember being one, don’t you? It’s time full of identity crisis, emotional rollercoasters, physical and physiological changes.

For some, raising teenagers can be one of the more challenging phases of parenthood. Since adolescents go through so many changes at this time, it’s not uncommon to feel like your child is “acting out” as they navigate their shifting identity and growing independence.

By understanding the root causes of your teen’s behavior and employing thoughtful strategies, you can better support your teen through this turbulent time. Keep reading to learn a few tips.

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August 7, 2024

Teenager Anxiety Symptoms: What to Look for and How to Help

Imagine being a teenager today: balancing academics, social media, extracurriculars, and the pressure to fit in. Especially with this age of rampant social media comparison, the weight of these challenges can sometimes morph into something more than just stress- it can become anxiety. But how can you tell when typical teenage worry turns into a more serious problem? When it starts to interfere with their wellbeing and every day life, it might be a sign of an anxiety disorder.

Recognizing the signs of teen anxiety is crucial for providing the support that your teen needs. This post will dive into the world of teenage anxiety, help you spot the symptoms, and understand how to step in and make a difference.

July 3, 2024

Therapy for Stress Management: Understanding Your Stress

Stress is something that everyone has experienced at some in their life. But what happens when it starts consuming you or starts becoming debilitating? It’s probably time to look into therapy for stress management.

According to the National Institute for Mental Health, approximately 57 million Americans are struggling with their mental health. Chronic stress can take a serious toll on your mental as well as physical health, causing things like depression and anxiety. Understanding how to manage stress effectively and knowing when to seek therapy are crucial steps towards enhancing your overall well-being.

Keep reading to learn more.