Several of you requested an episode on clashing with parents. Guest Brooke Romney, a teen and tween parenting author, offers valuable insight on how both girls and their parents can strengthen their relationship. A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 089 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. Connect with Brooke and check out her books: @BrookeRomneyWrites BrookeRomney.com

Trends come and go, and they can be fun, but there are some troubles with trends. Here are a few tips to help you stay mindful through trend cycles. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Trends" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 088 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Organization and cleaning have not been my strong suits, but I’ve learned to strengthen those skills and want to help you girls do the same! So here are my organization and cleaning tips as someone who is not naturally good at it. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Organization + Cleaning" worksheet. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 087 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Breakups can be tough whether you’re the one initiating the breakup or the one getting broken up with. Let’s discuss how to–and not to–handle a breakup before, during, and afterward. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Breakups Breakdown" worksheet. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 086 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Has the new year got you thinking about events coming up or things you hope will happen? Perhaps you’re looking forward to it, or maybe you feel uncertain about something, or worried, even anxious. Facing the future doesn’t have to leave you stressed out, though. Let’s talk about effective ways you can mindfully respond to stress in the moment. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Future" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 085 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

At the end of every year or beginning of a new one, people often remember all the memories, goals, and things that happened that year. Sometimes when we look back on past experiences, we might get caught up in what didn’t happen, or the stuff we didn’t do, or the goals we didn’t reach. This negative pattern of thinking can lead to rumination, which is like letting your mind replay clips of negative thoughts, feelings, and moments, stuck on repeat. Let's explore more effective ways to reflect...

Raise your hand if you, like me, ever took a trip and realized you forgot to bring something! Hopefully it all worked out or there was a lesson learned and not repeated. You’re at an age where you have more autonomy over your stuff, your style, and your routines. When you have an upcoming vacation or holiday, perhaps YOU would rather prepare and pack your things instead of having your parents or older sibling take care of it. One of you gals requested this topic, so to help you be less...

Have you ever heard of national security? A few things may come to mind--like top secret government agents--but it's much more expansive than that. In our conversation, expert Lauren Bean Buitta discusses what national security is and how her non-profit Girl Security educates and elevates girls in national security. A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 082 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Have you ever been in a scenario when someone makes a comment that catches you off guard and you don’t know how to respond? You don't have to join an argument or allow people to talk at you without listening to or considering you. You're allowed to hold your boundaries. I think it’s important for you to have language for these situations. Here are some suggestions for what to say when stuff like that happens. .   .   . To help you, I created a "What To Say When" poster. Get your printable in...

This week I celebrated the podcast’s third birthday! I want to tell you about how we got here and the thing that made the biggest difference over the past three years of doing this podcast -- consistency! .   .   . To help you, I created a "Consistency is Key" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 080 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Parents often remind kids to say “Thank you,” but maybe next time instead of rolling your eyes at them, you could consider that your parents might be on to something. I want to tell you about the importance of saying “Thank you” and the impact it can have on you and others. .   .   . To help you, snag your "Thank You Cards" printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 079 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Babysitting can be a great job for a tween or teen. You can have a flexible schedule, negotiate good pay, play with kids, and there are likely multiple opportunities near you.  I’ve got a lot of babysitting tips to share, as well as feedback from parents about their babysitters. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Babysitting Tips" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 078 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

October 11 is the International Day of the Girl, a day to celebrate girls’ achievements, recognize the challenges girls face, and empower girls to take action.  Despite the multiple hurdles that still remain in the path of girls’ progress, girls and women move forward--let me tell you how. .   .   . To help you, I created a "Girs Are . . ." poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 077 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Sometimes shopping for clothes can be kind of frustrating. I'm here to tell you: it's not you; it's the clothes. There's a lot of history behind it, and I also have some suggestions to help you have a better shopping experience. .   .   . To help you, I created a "It's Not You; It's the Clothes" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 076 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Have you ever hesitated to ask for help, or even struggled with it? I think a lot of people, girls especially, feel conflicted about asking for help, no matter what the issue is. I brainstormed reasons we don’t ask for help, the hurdles that block our path forward. I want to explore these hurdles first so we can identify effective ways to get over them. .   .   . To help you, I created a "How to Ask for Help" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 075 show notes on...

Comparison: it's a trap! Our natural tendency is to compare ourselves to others, so how can we shift away from it toward confidence? Let's find out together. .   .   . To help you, I created a "What Would Happen If Girls Stopped Comparing Themselves?" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 074 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

Active listening is a skill that is becoming more rare, not as many people are developing it, which in turn causes more confusion and conflict. Active listening is more than just hearing someone, it’s trying to understand them as you communicate together. Let's explore how to practice it. .   .   . To help you, I created an "Active Listening" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 073 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: • Allow Yourself to Fail • Make Time Every Day to Disconnect from Tech • Remember Your Worth .   .   . To help you, I created a "Best  Advice for This School Year" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 072 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Do you like to craft, create or make things? Check out my interview with Jennifer Andrews, founder of Treppie, an online makers marketplace for girls and young women.  In our conversation, Jennifer discusses how Treppie educates and empowers girls through entrepreneurship. A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 071 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Since Barbie is trending, learn about the history and messaging–both good and bad–behind the iconic doll. As a content warning, I will be mentioning disordered eating. .   .   . A full transcript and sources for this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 070 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

AI seems to be part of everything around us. Here are my biggest AI concerns and what you can do about them. AI + Social Media AlgorithmsAI + Fake ContentAI + You.   .   . To help you, snag your "Be Aware of AI" printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 069 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Even though trolls are part of our digital world doesn’t mean you have to put up with them. Let's discuss how to deal with trolls. .   .   . To help you, snag your "How to Deal with Trolls Flowchart" printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 068 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Are you looking to earn some money, saving up to buy something, or wanting work experience? I’ve got a bunch job ideas for tweens and teens! I'd love to hear what you're doing for work, too! .   .   . A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 067 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

It’s been a bit since the last episode. I actually want to talk about what’s been going on because multiple girls have requested an episode on dealing with a family illness, as well as coping with the death of a loved one. My dad loved sports, jokes, and dessert. He gave great advice and picked out such thoughtful birthday cards. He fought countless health battles for 30+ years and was an incredible example of dedication and resilience. A month ago he was badly injured and passed away...

What does courage mean to you? What does it look like? Let's explore the different types of courage and ideas how to develop it. .   .   . To help you, snag your "Grow Courage" printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 065 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.