Welcome back to the Raising Confident Girls podcast. In Part 1, Melissa Jones introduced you to high school freshman Emily Grace—a wise and wonderfully candid 14-year-old—who opened up about her middle school experience with honesty, vulnerability, and strength. From shifting friendships to the pressure to fit in, Emily shared what she wishes she had known before stepping into those middle school hallways.

In this second half of our two-part conversation, host Melissa Jones dives even deeper with Emily as they explore the emotional rollercoaster of early adolescence—and how young girls (and their parents) can navigate it with greater confidence and compassion. In Part 2, you’ll hear:

• How Emily handled mistakes and moments of self-doubt
• The importance of self-care and setting boundaries
• What she wants parents to understand about what their daughters really need
• Encouraging advice for girls who feel like they don’t quite fit in
• And a powerful message about growing into your own voice

Whether you’re tuning in with your daughter or listening as a parent hoping to better support her, this episode continues the conversation with wisdom, warmth, and real talk. Let’s dive back in.

Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference.

If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.

Melissa's Links:
• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• TikTok
• LinkedIn