Healthy Teen Life

122: Inside-Out: Building Genuine Body Confidence

Body image struggles are real, and they can seriously mess with your confidence. But what if you could change your relationship with how you look? This episode is your ultimate guide to breaking free from unrealistic beauty standards and building genuine self-acceptance. We'll tackle the tough stuff - social media comparison, negative self-talk, and those moments when you feel like you don't measure up. Discover powerful tools and strategies that go beyond superficial advice, aimed at helping you transform your relationship with your body. Learn why your emotions can be valuable allies in building genuine body confidence and how three game-changing methods can build your emotional awareness to transform how you see yourself. Get ready to challenge those harsh inner critics and start seeing yourself with compassion, respect, and true appreciation. Whether you're dealing with self-doubt or navigating social pressures, this episode offers actionable insights to help you embrace self-acceptance and live life on your terms.
Note: This is a great episode for parents and teens to listen to together as a foundation for discussing body ideals, beauty beliefs, emotion regulation, and for developing personalized strategies that support empowered body confidence.
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121: How to Stop Letting Your Feelings Define Your Worth

Get ready to dive deep into understanding your true value! As the second episode of a three-part miniseries on Emotional Awareness,  we're breaking down the difference between self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence. You'll learn why feeling good about yourself isn't about achieving perfection, but understanding your inherent worth. Through practical strategies, we'll explore how to combat negative self-talk, recognize your unique strengths, and build emotional resilience. Whether you're struggling with feeling "not good enough" or just want to strengthen your inner confidence, this episode offers three powerful methods to transform how you see yourself. By the end, you'll have actionable tools to manage your emotions, reframe negative thoughts, and start believing in your own worth - no matter what challenges life throws your way.
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Parents: Grab a copy of my FREE Parent Guide: 20 ways to help increase confidence in your teen here!
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Parents: if you’re looking to help your teen build greater self-esteem or overcome unhealthy eating and body image issues, schedule a free consult call with me here.
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120: Build Positive Self-Esteem: Emotional Awareness Tips That Work

Let’s be totally honest, your teen years are an emotionally volatile time that can make life difficult...for everyone. There’s a lot of factors at play like hormonal and brain development changes, social, relationships, and family dynamics. Which is why learning to get a grip on your emotions, learning how to effectively manage and process them is so powerful in building self-esteem. When your emotions are out of control, it can really do damage with how you feel about yourself. The first of a three-part mini-series focused on emotional awareness and proactive strategies, this episode answers why connecting with your emotions is essential for personal growth in building self-esteem and confidence. By using a practice of recognizing, naming, and processing emotions positively, it empowers you to take control of your emotional responses and ultimately how you feel about yourself.By the end of the episode, you will understand how emotional awareness can set you on a path to greater self-understanding and fulfillment.Whether you’re a teenager or young adult seeking to navigate the complexities of your emotions or a parent eager to support your child's journey, this episode offers evidence-based information and actionable steps to enhance well-being and self-worth.
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Parents:  Grab a copy of my FREE Parent Guide: 20 ways to help increase confidence in your teen here!
And if you’re looking to help your teen build greater self-esteem or overcome unhealthy eating and body image issues, schedule a free consult call with Leslie. Visit https://www.leslierosecoaching.com for more details.
 

119: Natural Approaches to ADHD, Autism and Depression: A Parent’s Guide

Discover how one mother turned a life-changing diagnosis into a transformative journey of natural mental health solutions. In this episode, Leslie chats with Emma Tekstra, a former healthcare consultant turned wellness advocate, who shares her 15-year journey of using holistic strategies to address her son’s ADHD and Asperger’s.
Key topics include:
Effective dietary changes to support mental health
The power of supplements, probiotics, and detox methods in healing
Neurofeedback, sleep strategies, and behavioral coaching that made a lasting impact
If you’re a parent or young person navigating similar challenges, this episode is packed with practical tips, emotional insights, and proven methods to help improve mental health and overall well-being. Grab a notebook and tune in for actionable steps to transform lives naturally!
Parents: Grab a copy of my FREE Parent Guide: 20 Ways to Help Increase Confidence in Your Teen HERE!
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118: How Neuroscience and Social-Emotional Learning Can Improve Academic Potential

It wasn't long ago that emotional and social skills in the classroom were rarely considered essential for learning performance. Luckily through innovative educators, research and the development of effective implementation models it's available in schools throughout the U.S. Now social-emotional learning (SEL) is turning another corner through the application of neuroscience.
Today Leslie is joined by Andrea Samadi, an educator, author and podcaster known for her expertise in integrating SEL with neuroscience. Andrea shares her perspective on the principles of neuroscience for effective learning strategies including essential skills like self-esteem building, managing stress, fostering resilience, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. This a great listen for parents, educators and students alike.
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117: Social Anxiety: 10 Communication Cheat Codes for Teens

In this episode, we're talking about vital insights on how to improve your social game and communicate confidently in a range of scenarios. From handling peer pressure and setting boundaries to mastering digital communication and asserting yourself, this episode is packed with practical tips to enhance your social interactions.
Whether you're looking to stand up for yourself in a firm yet friendly way or turn awkward social experiences into opportunities for personal growth, listen in to get the tools and techniques to thrive socially. The best part is you'll gain a confidence boost as you begin to see positive changes in your relationships and social interactions. Tune in, and transform those social struggles into your secret weapons!
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116: Unlocking the Power of Intentions for Teen Goal Setting

In this episode I reveal the transformative power of intention setting as an effective and sustainable approach to achieving your goals. All too often we set measurable, time-specific goals that are rigid, too disruptive, and lead to missed milestones, feelings of failure, and quitting. Statistics show most new year resolutions last only the first few weeks. There's a key reason why and that's rooted in overlooking our values and intentions. Listen in to find out how intentions can be defined and combined with traditional goals to lead to a more fulfilling and successful journey. You'll get a framework for how to  identify your core values, set intentional goals, and craft a sustainable path for personal growth. The key is a mindset that prioritizes the journey over the mere destination and helps you start living your healthiest and happiest life with greater long-term success than the traditional goal approach.
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Parents: Grab a copy of my FREE Parent Guide: 20 Ways to Help Increase Confidence in Your Teen HERE!
Website: Leslierosecoaching.com teen/YA coaching.
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115: Top 5 Must-Listen Episodes of 2024: Insights for Teens and Young Adults

Welcome to the Healthy Teen Life Podcast, where we explore essential topics for teens and young adults navigating health and wellness. In the episode Leslie revisits the most popular episodes of 2024, offering insights and advice from experts to help you live your healthiest life. From embracing ADHD to understanding the impact of social media on teen mental health, this episode covers crucial themes that shaped this year.
Listeners also gain practical advice on dating, maintaining a healthy body image, and addressing eating disorders with empathy and understanding. Tune in for an engaging look back at the year's best episodes, packed with valuable information and proactive strategies for a happier, healthier 2025.
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Parents:Grab a copy of my FREE Parent Guide: 20 Ways to Help Increase Confidence in Your Teen HERE!
Website: Leslierosecoaching.com teen/YA coaching.
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114: 10 Lessons to 10x Your Life

Many people turn to resolutions at the start of each year to make positive changes in life.  Unfortunately, as statistics show, few resolutions last past the first month and most are never fulfilled. In this episode Leslie departs from typical resolutions to offer teens and young adults more useful and impactful lessons to implement into your everyday life.
Based on 10 guiding principles such as self-identity, embracing change, and building meaningful connections you can implement positive changes in your personal journey towards long-term goals that become easy, natural and just a part of who you are and how you live your life.
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113: Dyslexia Decoded: Early Intervention and Empowering Strategies for Parents and Educators with Griselda Provencio

Much is still misunderstood about the challenges and triumphs surrounding dyslexia. It's a condition school administrators can overlook, and individuals often aren't sufficiently informed about.
This was the case with today's guest, Griselda Provencio, who had her own personal journey living with undiagnosed dyslexia that unknowingly lead to her specialization.
As a owner of a dyslexia institute she suddenly found herself identifying with her clients, which lead to her own diagnosis answering many of the questions and doubts she had growing up.
Learn about:
The emotional impact of undiagnosed dyslexia
Common misconceptions about dyslexia
Early signs and red flags to watch for
The importance of early identification and intervention
Strategies for supporting individuals with dyslexia
As a dyslexia coach and founder of Dyslexia Warriors, Griselda Griselda's expert advice now offers hope and practical solutions for families navigating the complexities of dyslexia. Whether you're a teen, parent, educator, or someone curious about learning differences, this episode provides valuable information to help transform anxiety into empowerment for those affected by dyslexia.
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Website: Leslierosecoaching.com teen/YA coaching.
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