What's The Lesson

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  • How to Foster Connection, Collaboration, and Community

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Why we believe in collaboration over competition.

    Advice for instilling important relationship building skills in your daughter.

    How to form deeper, more meaningful connections in your life.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Collaboration Checklist for Building Strong Relationships + Friendships

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/checklist

    Show Notes:

    Together we are stronger! In this episode, we'll be diving into the wonderful world of collaboration, connection, and community! We will talk about the ways we can build stronger relationships with the people in our lives and, even more importantly, how to pass these skills onto the next generation. Join us as we break down a healthier, more abundant approach to fostering relationships that last for a lifetime. Whether you want your daughter to expand her social circle or learn the discernment to deepen the one she already has, you'll walk away with more value that you can apply to your relationships starting today. Discover what we can do when we choose collaboration over all else!

    00:00 What is the key to deeper, more meaningful connections?

    02:55 Why do we believe in collaboration over competition?

    10:20 The abundant versus scarcity mindset.

    13:15 How can you teach your daughter the skills to form relationships?

    16:55 How can we build stronger communities?

    19:35 What is the rule of reciprocity?

    22:30 How do we teach our daughters discernment?

    27:00 Plant the seeds for strong relationships to blossom.

    31 min
  • Breanne Smedley Empowers Girl Athlete's Confidence with the Elite Mental Game Program

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    How to support and empower your young athlete as a parent.

    Why mental toughness matters in and outside of sports.

    The invaluable lessons & skills young athletes gain from competitive sports.

    Resources + Links:

    Connect with Breanne on Instagram | @elitecompetitorcoach

    Get involved with the Elite Competitor Program! | https://trainhergame.com/gm

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    Step up your game! Joining us today is Breanne Smedley from the Elite Competitor Program, an organization dedicated to the world of sports and helping athletes improve their mental game! Breanne's mission is to empower girl athletes alongside their mommas in order to raise capable, confident young adults. Our conversation will cover the invaluable lessons young athletes gain from sports, as well as the pivotal role parents play in supporting their kids in the competitive sphere. We'll talk about the parent-athlete relationship and how you can form strong bonds with your kiddo that'll last a lifetime. Then, we'll learn more about the Elite Competitor Program, what it includes, and how it fosters mental fortitude & confidence that benefit girl athletes in and outside of their sports. Find out how we can all win when we raise a resilient next generation!

    00:00 Meet Breanne Smedley from the Elite Competitor Program, an organization dedicated to helping young athletes up their mental game!

    03:00 What is an example of extreme sports parents?

    05:30 What type of parents do you encounter as a volleyball coach?

    10:40 How did your program begin and how has it evolved to include parents?

    14:15 How does the parent-athlete relationship affect young athletes?

    18:30 Why does it matter what parents say?

    20:40 What causes kids to want to quit?

    24:15 How to instill resilience and mental fortitude in the next generation.

    27:15 What does your program include and how does it benefit young athletes?

    32:00 How do you interact with your community?

    36:45 Collaboration over competition creates impacts.

    Sign up for their FREE training for sports moms + live Q&A with Coach Bre here

    43 min
  • From Episode 1 to 100, The Lessons, Laughs, and Learnings

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Celebrating 100 episodes!

    What we've learned and laughed about.

    What to expect moving forward.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    Today marks a very special milestone for the podcast: 100 episodes! Join us as we celebrate 100 episodes and counting! In this short and sweet episode, we'll take a look back at what we've learned, laughed about, and how far we've grown since we started our podcast journey 2 years ago. Most of all, we will share a sneak peek at what to expect and how we plan to deliver our listeners even more value moving forward. Here's to 100 episodes, and 100 more to come!

    00:00 Celebrate 100 episodes with us!

    04:05 What have we learned from 100 episodes?

    07:40 What can you expect from the podcast moving forward?

    10:20 How will our listeners get even more value?

    13:30 How can you help us celebrate 100 episodes?

    16 min
  • 99 Problems but a Podcast Ain't One

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    The lessons & insights we've gathered from this podcast.

    The connections we've made with our amazing guests & listeners.

    What direction our podcast will be going in.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    As we approach our 100th episodes, let's take a look back at everything we've learned so far! Today, we're taking a deep dive into all the insights, takeaways, and heartfelt moments we've gathered from 99 podcast episodes (and counting)! Whether you're a long time listener or new to the show, join in as we reflect on the important lessons that got us to where we are now. We'll chat about how commitment & consistency pays off and how far adaptation can take you in your journey. As we look back on the connections we've made with guests and audience listeners, we'll also set our sights forward towards the direction our podcast will be going in. Let's see how far we've come and how much further we have to go!

    00:00 Dive into the reflections, insights, and takeaways from 99 podcast episodes!

    02:55 How far has our podcast grown?

    07:00 Consistency always pays off.

    10:05 What really matters to us?

    15:45 What have we learned through adaptation?

    20:20 What direction is our podcast going in?

    25 min
  • Empowerment Through Trends: Teaching Discernment to Your Teens & Tweens

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    How to guide your teens & tweens through the world of trends and choices.

    Media & advertisement awareness for the discerning consumer.

    Promoting, demonstrating, and practicing critical thinking & decision making skills.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    In a world full of trends, how can you guide your teenager into a discerning, empowered decision maker? Today, we've got a relevant episode all about helping your teens & tweens navigate trends and choices online and in real life! We'll show you how to instill critical thinking, decision making, and discernment skills into the next generation. We will also explore media & advertisement awareness so you can raise discerning consumers in the know. Most of all, you will learn how you can role model discernment through the habits and choices you make. Empower your teens & tweens through discerning decision making!

    00:00 Guide your teens & tweens into discerning decision makers with today's episode!

    02:45 When and why did our trend reports begin?

    04:45 What do our trend reports aim to do?

    09:05 What does discernment mean?

    10:50 How can you practice real life scenarios with your teens?

    13:00 Discernment through the lens of media & advertisement.

    16:00 How do you become a role model for decision making and discernment?

    18:50 How does discernment empower us?

    22 min
  • Your Mess can be Your Message with Tomas Barraza

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Turning your messes into your most meaningful messages.

    Planting the seeds for a brighter future.

    How to be an intentional, mindful role model for the young people in your life.

    Resources + Links:

    Connect with Tomas on Instagram | @tomas.b.mas

    Follow Vive18 on Instagram | @vive18

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    What seeds are you leaving behind? If you want to create an abundant future harvest for the next generation, then this is how you do it! Today, we're joined by speaker, video strategist, and creative problem solver, Tomas Barraza! This episode is full of honesty and transparency as Tomas breaks down past messes during his journey that turned into powerful messages for the future generation. As we go, we'll share advice for connecting with your child and being an intentional role model for the young people that look up to you. We'll be meshing past, present, and future altogether as we discover the best ways to leave a positive impact in the world around us. How you show up matters! Find out how a little mindfulness today can create a huge impact for tomorrow!

    01:40 Introducing the incredible Tomas Barraza and his impactful stories of turning messes into messages!

    04:20 How did you get to where you are today?

    08:25 How did you get involved with youth development?

    12:00 Turning your messes into messages.

    15:30 What was your experience landing in jail?

    17:00 Who was pouring into you at the time?

    21:05 Plant the seeds now for a brighter future harvest.

    24:55 How can we create a quality connection with our kids?

    28:40 What are you currently working on?

    32:30 How can we be more mindful and intentional with the young people in our lives?

    35:20 What is your greatest lesson from your WTF moments?

    38:00 How can you make a difference?

    42 min
  • Stay Calm, Confident, and Connected with Parenting Coach Andee Martineau

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Connect method parenting and its benefits.

    Emotional maturity and critical thinking skills.

    How to show up as the best version of yourself for your family.

    Resources + Links:

    Connect with Andee on Instagram | @andeemartineau

    Learn more at https://connectmethodparenting.com/

    Get your copy of Connect Method Parenting by Andee Martineau on Amazon! | https://www.amazon.com/Connect-Method-Parenting-without-ultimatums/dp/B0B1QL3S24

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    When we get connected, we change lives! Joining us this week is parenting coach and author, Andee Martineau! As a mom of six, Andee now uses the skills and toolsets she's acquired to help parents like you teach the next generation to thrive. Our podcast today is all about stepping into the best version of yourself so you can support your kids during every stage of life. We'll learn to navigate emotional maturity, critical thinking, and the important reframes that get us all speaking the same language. This is your guide to connect method parenting that will set you and your children up for success and confidence. Tune in and discover how you can show up even better for your family!

    01:45 Give a warm welcome to Andee Martineau, a parenting coach, author, and mom of six!

    05:30 What does it mean to be a parent coach?

    08:25 Facing imposter syndrome as a parent.

    12:10 Why do we need to have conversations about emotional maturity?

    14:25 How do kids learn from us?

    18:05 What does your 10 week journey with a client look like?

    24:55 What were the most challenging ages for you?

    28:40 Critical thinking leads to better emotional maturity.

    31:00 How can we turn manipulation into a positive force for good?

    33:15 How can people work with you?

    35:45 What is your book about?

    38:10 What was your greatest WTF to WTL moment?

    43 min
  • You Either Win or You Learn

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Celebrating the mistakes, missteps, and mess ups in life.

    Embracing your flaws as your superpowers.

    Stepping into who you were always meant to be.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    Your flaws are your unique superpowers! In this episode, we'll talk about the magic that happens when we embrace the mistakes we make and accept our flaws! We'll help you unlock your individual gifts to live in your own unique way. You'll be able to create more belief and confidence in yourself by reframing your perspective from negative self-talk to superpowered positivity. This is how you can step into the person you're meant to be and encourage, support, and inspire the next generation while you're at it. Join us in fully embracing all the flawsome qualities of the people you love most, starting with you!

    01:25 How can we fight against fear?

    03:50 Why do we not want to show our flaws?

    07:00 The magic of accepting our flaws.

    09:25 What were you meant to create with your unique gifts?

    12:35 How can we teach our kids to reframe mistakes?

    16:00 How can you practice celebrating mistakes?

    20 min
  • Facing Your Fears with Empathy + Grace

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Facing your fears to win against them.

    The power of having empathy and grace.

    Resources + Links:

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    If fear is holding you back, then you'll want to hear this! This week's episode will be short and sweet as we navigate through the topic of fear! Everybody has fears, but how do you choose to deal with them? We will talk about how to win against your fears, combat it with empathy & grace, and do the things you want to do even through the fear. When we choose to face our fears, our kids learn courage and resilience from us. Join us in living a life with no more regrets!

    01:40 What do we fear?

    04:30 How can we fight fear with empathy?

    08:30 How do we win against fear?

    10:50 Facing your fears to live a life without regrets.

    15 min
  • The Emotional Toll of Toxic Athletic Environments with Audrey Barhydt

    In This Episode, We Chat About:

    Working through injuries and toxic environments as a student athlete.

    Using your voice to stand up and speak out for yourself.

    Advice for parents, coaches, and mentors for better supporting athletes.

    Resources + Links:

    Connect with Audrey on Instagram | @audrey.barhydt

    Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events:

    https://www.girlsmentorship.com/

    Connect with us on Instagram:

    Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship

    Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen

    Mary Frances | @msmaryfran

    Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

    Show Notes:

    Real magic happens when we open up and share our lived experiences. Today, we will hear a heartbreaking story from Audrey Barhydt, a former student athlete as she shares her experience working through what she felt was a toxic athletic environment and the toll it took on both her physical & mental health. We'll learn how she dug herself out of the hole, found her confidence to stand back up, and used her voice to speak out for student athletes everywhere. Through her inspiring journey, we can discover the steps to creating positive change so no athlete gets left behind. Whether you're a student athlete experiencing something similar, or a concerned parent seeking advice, you'll be able to gain something beneficial from this episode. Take the first step towards a better future for athletes and their mental health!

    01:45 Welcome to the show, Audrey!

    04:40 What led you to track and field?

    07:05 When did you decide you were done being an athlete?

    09:50 Drowning in an unsupportive environment.

    13:50 Who was your support during this time?

    16:05 What was your process before writing the IG post and turning in your jersey?

    18:50 What was the response afterwards?

    22:20 What was the reaction to your post?

    25:10 The first step to creating change.

    27:15 How can parents & coaches better support athletes and their mental health?

    31:25 What does the future look like for you?

    37 min

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