Puberty part 2: Shape, Weight, Breast Development, and Body Hair.

Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal.

A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 044 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Many of you are asking about puberty, so let's talk about it!

Puberty part 1: What It Is, Growth, Smell, Hair, and Skin.

Since there’s so much to discuss, I’m breaking it up over a few episodes.  I hope these episodes help you feel more comfortable having conversations about it–that’s my goal.

A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 042 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

After MULTIPLE requests for this topic, I had to take it on. We're talking crushes and 'ships, as in relationSHIPS: being just friends, more than friends, dance dates, dos/don'ts, etc.

Check out ep. 121 Crushes + Ships pt. 2 here!

A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 042 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Felt bored recently? Boredom occurs when you’re not interested in what’s happening and your brain isn’t being stimulated. Boredom may seem miserable, but what if being bored is actually a good thing? While our go-to method to deal with it is through technology,  I've got lots of better alternatives for you.
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To help you, I created a "I'm Bored Ideas" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 041 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Intuitive Eating Coach Laura Cragun @lauracragun joins the show to discuss what this approach to health and wellness is/isn't and why it's important for tween and teen girls (and women, too!). 

A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 040 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Content warning: disordered eating, eating disorders

Even if it’s the middle of the school year when you listen to this, I want to share my best advice for back to school that can help you all year long.

• People are icebergs
• Be kind
• Speak up
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To help you, I created a "Back to School Advice" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 039 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Technology trends are constantly changing.  Here's the DL on the anonymous message app NGL and its many red flags.
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A full transcript of this episode is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 038 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Sibling conflict is a normal part of growing up, so let's talk about tools that can help you get along.
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To help you, I created a "Sibling Frame" poster you can add a picture to. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 037 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Whether over current events or typical friendship fires, you may experience tension as you encounter different beliefs and strong opinions. In this special extended episode, I talk with Sharon McMahon @sharonsaysso about how to turn confrontations into conversations.

In our interview, Sharon discusses:

• How to approach conflict by asking questions with curiosity
• Why tone matters and in-person conversations are preferred
• Whether the fight is worth having
• The importance of listening to understand
• "You cannot lose what you do not play"
• The benefits of having friends with different beliefs
• What boundaries really mean

A full transcript of our conversation is available in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 036 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.

Let’s do Hype Girl Summer! Let go of comparison, envy, and criticism, and instead hype up yourself and others so you all can fully enjoy and experience what this season – life, really – has to offer!
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To help you, I created a "Hype Girl Summer" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 035 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com.