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Guiding Teens to Happiness Through Gratitude
Just about every moment of every day, if we truly look, there is something extraordinary to observe. For example, noticing that your best friend texted you to see how your headache was or the warm dinner your parent made for you? Unfortunately, our teens often get...
Self-Care Toolbox for College Students
Self-care is one of the most important things you can practice. Ideally, you should be doing something that evokes a sense of wellbeing on a daily basis. However, between dealing with the uncertainty of an ongoing pandemic, planning for your future, and dealing with...
What’s better for your daughter, coaching or therapy?
Your daughter came home from college and didn’t seem like herself. You’re worried about her. Is she depressed? Suffering from anxiety? Struggling to overcome a loss or trauma? You try to support her. She’s resistant. She says you don’t understand. She yells or...
Looking Forward- How to Bring Optimism into the New Year
‘Tis the season for New Year resolutions. As you reflect on the past year and define your resolutions for 2022, don’t forget an essential ingredient to turning resolutions into a reality– OPTIMISM! Optimism is defined as “a belief in a positive future.” It...
10 Ways Teens and Young Adults Can Manage Stress
31% of teens report that they have an overwhelming amount of stress in their life. It’s when their stress goes from acute stress to chronic stress that resolution becomes overdue, which creates an opportunity to take a better look at their lives to figure out...
Interview with Julie Pullman, Rise Wellness
Today I’d like to introduce you to my friend Julie Pullman, a Health and Wellness Coach, a Certified Personal Trainer, and a Founder of Rise Wellness Coaching. How did you get into health and wellness coaching? After having kids my body started to change...
Self-Care Tips for Parents, Teens and Young Adults
Busy-ness enters a new level during the holiday season. Organizing family visits, planning and attending holiday events, and hustling to find the perfect gifts, can all take a toll on your energy and mood. Before you know it, you are feeling depleted and exhausted....
Becoming Me While Raising You: A Story of Self-Discovery
Last week I had the pleasure of introducing my dear friend and fellow parent coach Kim Muench. Here is an excerpt from Kim's brand new book, Becoming Me While Raising You: A Mother's Journey to Her Self. On Parenting: They say you can never be fully prepared to...
Kim Muench’s Journey Towards Parent Coaching and Her Self
I am so happy to introduce you to my dear friend and fellow parent coach Kim Muench. Kim and I met in Dallas and have been collaborating ever since. In this interview, you will learn more about Kim's parenting journey, her unique approach to parent coaching, and her...
5 Ways to Maximize the Positive Sides of Social Media
Since Covid, most teens and young adults are in front of a screen more than they are in front of a friend or in nature. Devices are their source of entertainment, creativity, connection, and learning. The negative impacts of screen time are undeniable. Too much can...
A Powerful Practice for Teens and Young Adults
Quite often yoga philosophy finds its way into my coaching practice. I teach girls breathing techniques that help calm their minds and reduce stress. I frequently share strategies for letting go and cultivating self-acceptance, two very common yoga class themes. ...
How to Be a Confident Teen Girl and Young Adult
Strong. Happy. Secure. Smart. Brave. These words describe what it feels like to be a confident teen girl and young adult. Almost all of the teen girls and young adults I coach want more confidence. They know it fuels feelings of capability and courage. It...