155. Over-apologizing + Hedging

Wow! 6 years and counting! This podcast has grown and evolved so much during that time. I’ve learned a lot doing this, and I want to share 6 lessons that you can apply to your own pursuits..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 158 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Let’s talk about gossip! There are a few angles we’ll cover–gossip in general, what you can do when gossip starts up, and what you can do when the gossip is about you..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 157 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

I can't wait for you to hear my conversation with Jennifer Berger from Ready Set Screen!Jennifer developed a program called Social Media Driver’s License to help tweens/teens/parents “prepare for the digital road ahead.” We discussed how she grew a passion for media literacy education, how she developed Social Media Driver’s License, and how you have control over your own online life.Connect with Jennifer on social media @readysetscreen and learn more about Social Media Driver's License at ReadySetScreen.org..   .   .A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 156 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

If you find yourself saying sorry constantly, or downplaying what you have to say, this episode is for you. Sorry not sorry, we’re talking about over-apologizing and hedging..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 155 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Multiple ads involving women and sports have sparked some online debates. I won’t go too far into the details of these ads; instead, I want to focus on the broader picture, those media messages and why they matter..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 154 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Even if it’s the middle of the school year when you listen to this, I want to share my best advice that can help you all year long.• Overthink what might go right• Keep moving • Become better friends with yourself.   .   .To help you, I created a "Best Advice 2026-27 School Year" worksheet. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 153 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Jealousy is often the source of conflict in books and in shows, but how do you deal with it in real life?.   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 152 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

I once learned that friendships and relationships are in your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. I'm gonna share some of my experiences to help you understand your own..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 151 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

What comes to mind when you hear the word "play"? What does play mean to you or look like for you? Also, when was the last time you allowed yourself to play? Let's talk about why and how you should bring more play into your life..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 150 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Question for you–how’ve you been sleeping lately? Do you tend to stay up late doing homework, hanging out with friends, or scrolling through your phone–even on school nights? Or do you have to get up early for school, practice, or work?Maybe you get to bed at a decent time, but it takes a while for you to fall asleep, or you wake up during the night and have a hard time getting back to sleep. So you feel exhausted during the day, yawning all the time, even dozing off while you fight to stay awake. Let’s talk about teen sleep struggles, why sleep is important, and what experts recommend..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 149 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.