Today, I'm sharing my take on parenting teenagers and my opinion on the MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do as a parent. I am, in no way, an expert on this topic. But if you're creeping up on the teen years with your kids, or if you're in the thick of it right now and would like the advice of a friend who has been there done that (and is still there doing that), then I invite you to press play and chat with me today over A cup of Happy.

⁠The Big Six⁠, which I reference in this episode, was developed by Adam Young Counseling. I encourage you to explore his expertise on the matter of familial relationships. It's an incredible wealth of knowledge he offers.

Running is therapy for many people, including me! But sometimes it is hard on the ol' body. So this time, I have developed a modified training plan! I have big goals, long-term goals and short-term goals. It feels scary to share them publicly, but that's exactly what I'm doing on today's episode!

Just a quick mini episode to say...Holy Moly! It's been a year!

Fall is in the air...and transition is all around me.

Welcome to SEASON 3!! Listen in to see what I have been up to and hear what you can expect from this season of A Cup of Happy!

My conversation with Arielle follows the journey of her relationship with her husband, from young and in love through some hard times.

Arielle DeVito is a healthy lifestyle strategist who helps clients attain and maintain better fitness and nutrition results. She is a health coach, mom of 3 boys, wife, and business owner who believes that improved health is attainable, even if the day doesn't go as planned! Her unique approach, the "Be More Than Fit Life" is helping her clients ditch guilt, set realistic goals, and sustain a customized healthy lifestyle.

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Jhaniyah is a young single mother with a passion in the beauty industry destined to break generational cycles and help her clients seek healthy skin and lifestyle. She has been an esthetician since 2021 in West Knoxville and also a part time Research Assistant investing her time and efforts into community work. 

You can connect with her t the following:

Klashed Aesthetics

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FB: Klashed Aesthetics

Website: www.klashedaesthetics.com

Here, we talk about the heartbreak that Jenn witnessed as a teacher, the truth about secondhand trauma, and how Jenn is making a difference for educators in East Tennessee.

Jenn Borovy is a Trauma Informed Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer. She is the owner and founder of Ten10Coaching. Ten10Coaching is the place where school districts and non-profit staff/volunteers can receive the support they need in order to combat Secondary Traumatic Stress. Ten10Coaching provides individuals and organizations with the training, support, and strategies they need to maintain healthy boundaries in their professional careers while remaining emotionally healthy. 

Jenn’s story is one of overcoming rock bottom, admitting the need for help, and doing the work it takes to be the best version of herself she can be - which allows her to show up as the wife, mom, daughter, aunt, and friend that she wants to be. 

Jenn lives in Maryville, Tennessee with her three energetic children and kind-hearted husband, where you will most likely find her convincing someone to commit to less events and go home to have dinner with their family. 

IG: @Ten10Coaching_

Facebook: Ten10Coaching

In this candid conversation, Rachel shares with us her humiliating experience with corporate abuse, termination, and the journey of discovering her power as an entrepreneur.

J. Rachel West is a seasoned marketing expert with a passion for marketing, business, and events. With over a decade of experience in the marketing and business industry and two degrees in the subjects, she has honed her expertise in crafting impactful marketing strategies. Now, as the Founder & CEO of JRW Consulting LLC, Rachel is dedicated to helping brands of all seasons with their business needs. Beyond her professional pursuits, Rachel actively advocates for women's rights and lends her support to various charitable initiatives. Committed to leveraging marketing as a force for positive change, she embodies the ethos of making a meaningful difference in the world.

Website - www.jrwconsulting.org | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jrwconsultingllc22 | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrwconsultingllc/

Lyndsey Ullom is a wildlife and portrait artist based in Knoxville. She finds inspiration in the beauty and biodiversity of the Tennessee region, as well as other parts of the world. Lyndsey enjoys taking on custom commissions, which range from pet portraits, human portraits, or specific scenes, landscapes, or concepts. Lyndsey's mission is to capture the essence, warmth and story behind each of her subjects. She sells original work, prints, handpainted cards and bookmarks, coasters, mugs, totes and more. She also is available for lessons or art parties.

Lyndsey Ullom Artlinktree: https://linktr.ee/lyndseyullomart

IG: @lyndseyullomart
email: [email protected]