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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 so you can move forward with positive motivation.
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To help you, I created a "2023 Year Reflection" worksheet. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 084 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

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 intimidated by taking over this responsibility, or maybe if you’re already doing it to help you be more efficient, I’ll share some tips on vacay and holiday prep.
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To help you, I created a "Packing Checklist" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 083 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

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.
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To help you, I created a "What To Say When" poster. Get your printable in the 10 for Teens + Tweens Ep. 081 show notes on EmpowerfulGirls.com. 

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!
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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.