128. Peer Pressure

One of the topics you gals message me about most is friendships. And I honestly understand why. Friendships have a huge impact on you, and they're a big and important factor throughout your tween and teen years.We’ve talked about friendships in multiple episodes– 011 Find (and Be) a Good Friend, 012 Extinguish Friendship Fires, 013 Make Friends Using Social Skills, and 051 Friendship Red Flags. Since it’s been a minute, we’re gonna talk about friendships again, specifically about who you surround yourself with..   .   .To help you, I created a "Surround Yourself With" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 131 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

I’ve received several requests for an episode on anxiety. Just like the ADHD episode 112, this topic is personal to me because I’ve experienced it. I will preface this by reminding you–I am not a healthcare professional, I am not offering medical advice, a diagnosis, or treatment. I still think it’s important you gals hear others’ perspectives, both so you’ll feel more comfortable talking about anxiety or seeking support if you need it, and also to help you better understand those who experience it..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 130 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

One of the most-requested topics--Puberty. So check out my chat with Dr. Cara Natterson from Less Awkward!Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett created a host of resources to help teens/tweens AND their parents be less awkward about all things puberty! We discussed common puberty concerns, conversation starters and enders, and solid advice to help youth and parents better-understand each other. Connect with them on social media @less.awkward and learn more about their books, social media, podcast, website, newsletter, clothes, skincare products, etc. at LessAwkward.com!.   .   .A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 129 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Peer pressure can cause you to give in, go along with what others are doing, and make choices that don’t actually align with you. Let's explore some common peer pressure scenarios and help you strategize what to do when you face them..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 128 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

You ever feel like, no matter what you do, you just can’t win? You're not wrong. And you're not alone.So do it anyway..   .   .To help you, I created a "Do It Anyway" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 127 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

What do cassowaries, giant clams, or parrot fish have to do with you?There’s  something I want to share that connects how I’ve been feeling lately (and maybe you have too) with my recent trip to Australia..   .   .To help you, I created a "You Matter" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 126 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

To wrap up Women’s History Month, let’s recognize some women who made an impact with their inventions. Throughout history women who made an impact rarely received credit for it, and were often left out of history books. So I want to introduce you to some of those women..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 125 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

In honor of Women’s History Month, I’m gonna share some women’s history with you. I know, this isn’t school, but I bet you’ll learn something new. Women’s rights have come a long way over the past two centuries. We still have more work to do, so let’s remember Women’s History and be inspired to make our own history..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 124 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

I can't wait for you to hear my conversation with Jill + Mary from Girls Mentorship!Jill and Mary are mentoring girls to thrive as bold leaders, confident friends, and connected community members. We discussed why mentorship is so important, what messages they focus on in their programs, and the transformations they've seen when girls feel empowered.Connect with Jill and Mary on social media @girlsmentorship and learn more about their Pursue More Summer Camp, as well as their After School and Peer Leader Programs, at GirlsMentorship.com..   .   .A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 123 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Because SO much of your life involves digital interaction, it’s important to know how to navigate it. Like I’ve said before, I want to add to your safety tool box because I know what it’s like to be in an unsafe situation online and NOT know what to do, and that can feel scary. My hope is that by talking about these safety tips, you can feel more capable because you’ll have learned what to do..   .   .A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 121 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.