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The last few months have been challenging and eye-opening for me as a coach and as a human being. Like you, I’ve seen really disturbing public and political behavior (as well as societal trends) that upset and scare me…but they also cause me to examine the topics that I work on with teens and parents […]
Read MoreAs the new school year begins, both parents and teens often feel the pressure of balancing academics, activities, and family life. The good news? A few small shifts can make a big difference in creating a calmer, more connected home. Here are five quick hacks that families can use right away: 1. Start the Day […]
Read MoreHow often do you check your phone in a day? Like, really think about it. Do you reach for it the second you wake up? Scroll while you eat? Watch videos when you’re supposed to be doing work or homework? If so, you’re so not alone. But here’s the thing: we rarely stop to think about how our […]
Read MoreToday I’m reflecting on this last year while I was in school at North Carolina State University, studying Family Life Education and Coaching. I started this program after finishing a few other certification programs and opening Mindful Health and Harmony LLC in 2021. Initially I was only working with tweens, teens, and young adults but I […]
Read MoreLately I’ve been working with a lot of parents who want to learn the best way to help their tweens and teens grow their independence and leadership skills. One can’t be an effective leader of others if they are unsure of their own capabilities and unclear with their communication skills. National Leadership Day is Thursday […]
Read MoreWe’re so close to the December holidays and the start of 2025! The time just keeps speeding up somehow. Your college-age kids will most likely be home soon if they aren’t already and your younger kids will be getting a nice break. Chances are good, everyone is a little squirrely right now! For those of […]
Read MoreIt’s mid-July and already my clients are telling me that they are getting “Back to School” emails. Neither kids nor parents are ready since it feels like summer just started! I hope that you’ll wring every last bit of fun out of this down time but as a coach, I’m always looking ahead too. I […]
Read MoreHuman connection is one of my favorite subjects to discuss with teens and young adults. We are hardwired to need and want the company of others so why is it so hard for kids these days? A lot of my tween and teen coaching clients express concern about their ability to make and keep friends. […]
Read MoreDecember Newsletter Post for those who aren’t on the mailing list yet! I’m writing this the day after Christmas because despite my best intentions, the holiday and “end-of-year overwhelm” got the best of me in 2023 and the “Newsletter Fairy” did not show up to produce it for me. Can anyone else relate? We often […]
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