Coaching Your Teen Toward Independence and Confidence For the final week of our 6-week journey, we’re wrapping up with an essential aspect of teen development—encouraging independence and overcoming self-doubt. We want to thank everyone who has followed along and engaged with our series! 🙏 Your commitment to helping teens build resilience and confidence is truly inspiring. Self-doubt and anxiety often accompany the journey to independence during adolescence. As a parent-coach, your role is to guide and support your teen as they navigate new challenges, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zone. Here are some strategies to help boost their confidence and self-reliance: 🌱 Remind them of past successes: When your teen is hesitant or uncertain, remind them of the skills they’ve developed and past challenges they’ve overcome. It helps them see their own strengths and capabilities. 🎯 Set small, achievable goals: Encourage your teen to set realistic, short-term goals. Every small win boosts their confidence and encourages them to take on bigger challenges. 👐 Provide support, but allow mistakes: Be there to offer guidance, but don’t rush to solve problems for them. Letting them learn from mistakes builds resilience and teaches valuable life lessons. 💪 Encourage stepping out of their comfort zone: Celebrate when your teen takes on new challenges, even if they don’t succeed at first. The act of trying is an achievement in itself and helps them grow. By fostering independence and providing a safe environment to navigate their self-doubt, you’re helping your teen build the resilience they need to face life with confidence. 📖 For more on nurturing independence, check out Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this 6-week journey! We hope these insights have been helpful, and we encourage you to continue fostering resilience, confidence, and independence in your teens. 🌟 #ParentingTeens #Independence #SelfConfidence #Resilience #ParentAsCoach #TeenDevelopment #GrowthMindset #ParentingSupport
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THE BIGGEST TASK OF PARENTING Teaching Kids to Face and Overcome Risks 💪👶 Parenting is a journey filled with countless responsibilities, but perhaps the most crucial is teaching our children to face, take, handle, and overcome risks. Every person in this world experiences tough days and challenging times. How we navigate these moments, especially in front of our kids, sets a foundation for their future resilience. 🧠✨ From the moment they're born, children are keen observers. They watch and absorb our actions, reactions, and attitudes. By the age of five, their brains are significantly programmed and wired, influenced heavily by what they see and experience at home. This early wiring is pivotal in shaping their approach to life's inevitable challenges. 🚀 Here's how we can guide them: Lead by Example: Our actions speak louder than words. Show them how to handle difficult situations with grace and determination. 💡 Encourage Exploration: Let them explore new things, even if it means facing a few bumps along the way. It's a part of learning. 🌱 Celebrate Efforts, Not Just Success: Praise their efforts and persistence. This builds a growth mindset, teaching them that effort is as valuable as the outcome. 🏅 Provide a Safe Space to Fail: Allow them to make mistakes and learn from them in a supportive environment. This helps them understand that failure is not the end but a step towards growth. 🌟 Discuss Your Own Challenges: Share your own struggles and how you overcame them. This makes them feel understood and shows them that they're not alone. 🤝 By focusing on these principles, we can help our children develop the resilience and courage needed to face the ups and downs of life. Remember, the goal is not to remove risks but to equip them to handle risks effectively. 🌍💪 Let's raise a generation of fearless, resilient, and risk-taking individuals who can turn challenges into opportunities. #ParentingTips #Resilience #RiskTaking #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #LeadByExample #GrowthMindset #ParentingJourney #FutureLeaders #Motivation #ariseroby #ariserobyspeaks 😊✨
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Announcement! 🌟 A 6-Week Journey to Help Parents Foster Resilience in Teens 🌟 Parenting teens is no easy task, especially when they’re navigating the challenges of school, social pressures, and self-doubt. Starting this Thursday, we’ll be diving deep into practical strategies for parents to coach their teens through these hurdles, helping them build resilience, confidence, and independence. Here’s what you can expect in this series: 1️⃣ Building Resilience in Teens Through Coaching As teens grow, so does your role as a parent—from managing their lives to coaching them through life’s challenges. 2️⃣ Communication Strategies for Boosting Confidence and Reducing Anxiety Learn how to strengthen communication with your teen, boosting their confidence and lowering anxiety. 3️⃣ Coaching Teens Through Academic Pressure and Low Motivation Explore ways to support your teen in managing academic stress while motivating them to stay engaged. 4️⃣ Balancing Freedom and Boundaries in Time Management Help your teen master time management by providing a balance of freedom and structure. 5️⃣ Building Trust and Reducing Social Stress Trust is the foundation for helping your teen navigate social stress, and we’ll show you how to build it. 6️⃣ Encouraging Independence and Overcoming Self-Doubt Foster your teen’s independence while helping them overcome self-doubt and anxiety. 💬 Starting this Thursday, stay tuned each week for expert insights and practical tips that will empower you to coach your teen through this crucial stage of development. Let's work together to help the next generation build resilience for life! #Parenting #TeenDevelopment #Resilience #ParentAsCoach #AcademicResilience #ParentingTeens #ConfidenceBuilding
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Are you done placating to or bulldozing the way for your young adult kid? Do you want them to stand on their two feet & finally take the lead in their life? Are you worried & frustrated they are failing to launch - undecided, dropped out, flitting from job to job, siloed in their room? You feel you failed as a parent, are filled with angst & agitation, have sleepless nights riddled with fretting & replaying what you should've done differently. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. YOU ARE IN VERY GOOD COMPANY! Your kid isn't lazy, selfish, entitled, or dumb. They aren't a lost cause. I've worked with kids for as long as I've been of legal age to do so. I've got my 3 degrees. I worked a 25 year career in education & raised two very different kids into young adulthood. Now I'm a certified F.I.T. LIFE Method Coach & Mentor who specializes in supporting young people & their parents. I gravitated to & strived to help the kids in my classes whose skills & talents I could see, but the education system just didn't harness & grow. Unfortunately, they left school feeling purposeless & lost. All our kids want is to contribute & have purpose, especially our Gen-Zers! To have a sustainable impact in kids' lives, I moved into holistic personal coaching for teens, young adults & their parents. I get to show my clients how they can do life imperfectly just like everyone else. I get to help young people discover who they are & what they care about & then we get to map out their future, one they can get excited about. There's little more satisfying than a client so connected to themselves that they leave our sessions to face the world confident & well-tooled, believing, "I've got this!" My clients who experience the greatest results have parents who understand & reinforce the work we do together. Parents, you need compassionate support, too. You are doing the absolute best in this highly complex world! You want to clear the path for your kid, so they don't have to face rejection or failure, but you don't need to. There are many other ways to enable them to stand on their own two feet - it's not tough love & it's not being their best bud. The cool thing about where I am in life: *I have seen all sides of education - classroom teacher, learning support, district curriculum leader (Career, ADST, STEM) *I've got two young adults doing life in very different ways, in the best way they can & together we've ridden some wild ups & downs & learned a ton along the way. I now have a team. We can come to you to share some ways to support your teen/young adult kid and we have lots of good stuff just for you! #LifeCoaching for #youngadults #GetExcitedAboutYourFuture #career #relationships #life #workshop #parentsofyoungadults #parentsofteens #droppedout #cantdoschool #addiction #mentalhealth #wholeperson #wellness #playmatters #connection
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📈Invest in Yourself to Invest in Your Children. 🧒🏻👧🏼👶🏼 Parenthood is a journey filled with immense joy, challenges, and growth. But before we even embark on this journey, there's a fundamental step that often gets overlooked: investing in ourselves. As parents, our primary goal is to raise healthy, well-rounded children. However, this starts long before our children are born. It begins with us. 🌱 🔑 Why Human Skills Matter: Human skills—empathy, communication, emotional intelligence, and resilience—are the bedrock of effective parenting. These skills enable us to navigate the complexities of life and provide a nurturing environment for our children. ✨ Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others helps us connect deeply with our children, fostering trust and security. 🗣️ Communication: Clear and compassionate communication is crucial for resolving conflicts and building strong relationships within the family. 💡 Emotional Intelligence: Recognizing and managing our emotions allows us to model constructive behavior for our children. 🌍 Resilience: Life is full of ups and downs. Teaching our kids how to bounce back from challenges starts with us demonstrating resilience. 📚 Education and Self-Improvement: Before thinking about having kids, let's prioritize our own growth. Engage in self-improvement activities—read books, attend workshops, seek therapy, and practice mindfulness. This investment in yourself is not just for your benefit but for your future children as well. 💬 Transfer Your Experience: Once we have cultivated these skills, we naturally pass them on to our children. They learn by observing us. When they see us handle stress gracefully, communicate effectively, and show empathy towards others, they internalize these behaviors. 🚀 The Ripple Effect: By investing in our human skills, we create a positive ripple effect. Not only do we become better parents, but we also contribute to raising a generation of emotionally intelligent, compassionate, and resilient individuals. Let's commit to continuous learning and self-improvement. Our children deserve the best version of us. 👧🏼👶🏼🧒🏻 #Parenting #SelfImprovement #EmotionalIntelligence #HumanSkills #InvestInYourself #FutureGeneration
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𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 3: 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 Developing emotional resilience is crucial for young children. It helps them handle challenges, adapt to changes, and overcome setbacks. 🌱💪 I recall a pupil who would tear up whenever she couldn’t solve a puzzle or if her friends didn’t agree with her. With some encouragement, breathing exercises, and stories, she gradually learned to pause, take a deep breath, and try again. By the end of the term, she was handling setbacks much better! 🌈 Here are a few simple ways to foster resilience in young children: 1. 𝑻𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉 𝑬𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑽𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒓𝒚: Help them label their feelings to express themselves better. 2. 𝑴𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒆𝒔: Let children see how you handle stress calmly. 3. 𝑬𝒏𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒎-𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈: Guide them to think of solutions instead of fixing things for them. 4. 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒍𝒎 𝑪𝒐𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒓: A quiet place for self-reflection helps them regulate emotions. 5. 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑬𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔: Focus on the effort, not just results, to nurture a growth mindset. 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒅𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒍𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒔? Share your tips below! 💬👇 #EarlyLearning #EmotionalResilience #SocialEmotionalLearning #ChildhoodDevelopment #GrowthMindset #TeachingLifeSkills #MindfulParenting #ResilientKids #EarlyChildhoodEducation
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Helping our kids develop resilience is key to their success. Here are some tips to foster a growth mindset and a positive attitude in your child! 👇 1. Encourage Curiosity: Ask open-ended questions like “Why do you think that happens?” or “What if we tried it this way?” to stimulate critical thinking. 🤔🔍 2. Embrace Mistakes: Teach kids that mistakes are learning opportunities. When they fail, help them analyze what went wrong and how to improve. 🌱✨ 3. Celebrate Effort: Praise hard work, dedication, and persistence, not just achievements. This reinforces the value of effort over immediate success. 🎉💪 4. Practice Reflection: At the end of the day, ask your kids to reflect on what they learned and how they solved problems. This builds confidence and reinforces learning. 📝🌟 For more tips and a FREE guide, visit FutureWayMaker.com/guide now! #Parenting #GrowthMindset #Resilience #ChildDevelopment #FutureWayMakers
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🌟 Is SELF-DOUBT and STRESS SUCKING the LIFE OUT OF your TEENAGER? 🌟 ➡️ Being a teen should be fun and carefree. ➡️ A time for being silly, trying new things, and self-discovery. But many of today’s teens find themselves: ❌ Stressed out ❌ Under too much pressure ❌ Feeling they are not good enough, smart enough, pretty enough, etc. ...and NOT having fun. 💔😢 It's hard to watch. As parents, don’t you just want to fix them so they can be happy? Here's the thing: 1️⃣ Your teenager is not broken. 2️⃣ They don’t need fixing. It’s not necessarily the events and circumstances in their life causing these feelings. It’s their interpretation of the world around them. 🤔 When teens are stuck in thought patterns of: --- Woe is me (Why me? I'll never be good enough) --- Anger (I hate so-and-so, I hate school, etc.) --- Blame (It’s your fault, not mine) ...of course their interpretation of the world is going to suck the life out of them (and you!). But it doesn’t have to be this way. ✅ How would it feel to have a PARENT PARTNER to support you? ✅ Would having a TEEN LIFE COACH to support, encourage, and teach your child valuable skills, tools, and strategies they aren't being taught in school benefit your teen? ✅ What if, together, we could defuse some of their stress and help them feel worthy and talk positively about themselves? Don’t let SELF-DOUBT and STRESS SUCK the LIFE OUT OF your TEENAGER. Message me to learn more. #ParentPartner #TeenLifeCoach #RaisingTeenagers #LifeCoaching #TeenSpirit
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Every child is unique, with their own strengths and passions. Celebrate their small victories to boost their confidence and help them recognize their potential. By focusing on what they excel at, you create a positive and encouraging environment that nurtures their growth. Support their hobbies and interests, as these are not only sources of joy but also powerful motivators for learning and development. Remember, it’s not just about what they achieve but how they feel along the way. Help them build confidence through recognition and encouragement every step of the way. . . . #ParentingTips #CelebrateAchievements #FocusOnStrengths #ChildDevelopment #PositiveParenting #SupportYourChild #NurtureGrowth #ParentingAdvice #EncouragePassions #MotivateKids
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"Wondering how to help your teen face life’s ups and downs with confidence? Building resilience is key—and you can play a big role in making it happen!" Hey Parents, did you know that resilience doesn’t come naturally to most kiddos? In fact, with every challenge, they’re learning how to bounce back and adapt—skills that aren’t always easy in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world. Developing resilience is key to helping them thrive, but as parents, we play a crucial role in modeling and teaching this trait. Here’s how Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) can guide us in supporting our kids’ growth in resilience: 1️⃣ Normalize Mistakes and Encourage a Growth Mindset 2️⃣ Create Safe Spaces for Emotional Expression 3️⃣ Teach Coping Skills 4️⃣ Encourage Problem-Solving 5️⃣ Celebrate Small Wins Resilience builds over time with each small success. Whether it’s managing a tough project or practicing self-control, recognizing these moments shows teens that progress matters, even if it’s gradual. It's is a lifelong journey that prepares our kiddos to thrive in a complex world. By using SEL principles in our day-to-day parenting, we empower them with the strength, confidence, and adaptability they need to navigate life’s challenges. 💪💫 ❓What resilience-building strategies work for your family? 📢 Let’s share and support one another! #Resilience #SocialEmotionalLearning #ParentingTeens #GrowthMindset #EmotionalIntelligence #RaisingResilientKids
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Building Resilience Through Gratitude: A Practice for Parents and Kids Did you know that practicing gratitude can significantly support the development of a growth mindset in children? When kids focus on what they’re thankful for, they become more resilient, develop a positive outlook, and learn to see the silver lining in their challenges. 🌟 Encouraging your child to reflect on the good moments, no matter how small, can help them build a habit of focusing on positives. This simple practice not only boosts their mood but also enhances their ability to navigate setbacks with optimism and confidence. 💫 Today’s Gratitude Prompt: Ask your child, “What’s one thing you’re thankful for?” 📝 By reflecting on this question, kids begin to appreciate the positive aspects of their lives, developing a foundation for emotional resilience and growth. This habit becomes a powerful tool they can use to navigate life’s ups and downs with greater confidence. 💪 ➡️ How do you incorporate gratitude into your child’s routine? What are some ways you foster a growth mindset at home or in your classroom? We’d love to hear your thoughts—share your experiences in the comments below! 🌼 #GratitudePractice #PositiveParenting #GrowthMindsetHabits #ResilientKids #EmotionalIntelligence #DailyGratitude #ChildDevelopment #KidsWellbeing #ParentingTips #TeachingKids #ChildhoodEducation #BuildingResilience #IAmMore #PositiveMindset #ProfessionalParenting #LinkedInCommunity
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