What makes teens happy and mentally healthy? There are three things that each teen can do to make sure they are able to handle difficult situations in life and be resilient. Are you doing these things? Have a listen and find out. For help with anxiety head to: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

September is suicide prevention month and knowing when and how to get help can make a world of difference. This week on the podcast Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, joins me to talk about getting help during a crisis, mental stigma, as well as tips on how to navigate bullying and doomscrolling. For help with teen anxiety check out https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Social media and teens doesn't always equal a bad thing. On the podcast this week I have author JoAnn Schauf, MS, joining me to talk about why social media is a great tool and resource for teens to use. To learn more about JoAnn, visit: https://www.yourtweenandyou.com/about-joann-schauf/ For teens struggling with anxiety visit: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com

I am very supportive of feeling all the feelings. Life is about feeling emotions and the ups and downs of life are what make us human! That being said- there are three feelings that I recommend staying away from because they can trap us and keep us in a downward spiral. This week I talk about these three feelings and why teens should avoid them. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

The most common requests for help from teens are issues all about relationships. Relationships are a big part of teen lives that lead to happiness but also disappointment. Learning to navigate relationships in the right way can be a game changer in teen lives. This episode I talk about my top three strategies for having better relationships. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

New research on teen girls and mental health shows that teen girls are struggling more than we even thought. This week on the podcast I talk about why teens are facing more struggles than ever, and how teen girls can still remain happy, even with the odds they have against them. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Wouldn't it be nice if there was a perfect solution for every teen problem out there? There actually is! I am teaching you this week on the podcast how to find the perfect answer to your own individual problems. You have everything you need right now to solve your problems in the best way possible. Need more help? Visit: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

People say words—and sometimes those words can be hurtful. On the podcast this week I talk about how to handle what people say, and what you fear people MIGHT say. Letting go of the words people say brings freedom and control. Check out The Teen Life School at https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Who wants to make a mistake? Making a mistake never feels good. We go to great lengths to avoid making mistakes and the discomfort associated with them. This week on the podcast I am talking all about how to make mistakes and what to do when they happen- because they will! https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

How do you know when it is time to let go and move on? Some things in life we are forced to let go of and some things we get to choose to move on from. Letting go of the parts of your life that weigh you down leads to new opportunities and creates space for growth. Letting go can be hard especially if you are unsure about the timing. This week I talk about how to decide if it's the right time to let go. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

There has been endless research on how relationships affect our happiness, whether for good or bad. In this episode I talk about how getting into the habit of creating good relationships can directly influence our happiness level and mental health. How can you create better relationships in your life so that you can make sure you feel supported and loved? https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Episode four of our Happiness Habits series for teens! In this episode we are talking about how exercise makes us happier and how to incorporate exercise into your life. Even if you don't like exercising, there is something for everyone to help them be happier.https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

What makes teens happy? In this Happiness Habits Series I am exploring what happy teens do to stay happy. In this episode I talk about what having a purpose actually means and how to find purpose for yourself. For help with teen anxiety check out: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

What makes teens happy? Happiness found in nature can finally be explained by science. New research and studies are showing that teens who spend time outside in nature are happier. In this episode I talk about what nature does to the human brain and how to get the benefits from being outside in your teen years. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Everyone wants to be be happy and feel good. What are the things that happy teens have in common? In this series we are talking about what makes teens happy. Gratitude does not come easily for many teens but there are ways that we can learn to be grateful and increase our happiness. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Most humans feel funny having a list of things that they love about themselves because it feels conceited. Loving yourself is very different from conceit! Happy people know what they love about themselves and are always finding new things about themselves that they are proud of. For help with teen anxiety visit: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Who are you comparing yourself to? Who are you letting influence your happiness? Who you compare yourself to will directly impact your level of happiness. In this episode, I talk about how teens can gain awareness around their comparison habits and decide who they let influence them. Check out my website here: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Do you ever find yourself asking the question WHAT'S THE POINT? This week on the podcast Sidekick to Hero app creator Joey Mascio is on the podcast to help teens answer this question. Finding meaning in the things we do creates mentally healthier and happier teens. For a 10% off discount on the Sidekick to Hero app use code SAMI. Check out the mental health app for teens that is changing the world! http://www.sidekicktohero.com/ Check out Sami's website here: https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

Teen author Quincy Kadin is on the podcast talking about her ongoing battle with mental illness and anxiety. Quincy talks about how her anxiety affected her and the tools and strategies that have helped her take back control of her life. Quincy has written a children's book titled Frankies Fishy Feelings to help others through their anxious moments and help them realize that everyone has a little bit of anxiousness inside them. Check out her book at: https://www.frankiesfishyfeelings.com/ https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/

If you live with humans, then you know that entails arguments and disagreements. When family arguments arise, it doesn't make home the happiest place to be. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help lessen and lower the occurrences of family arguments. This week I share with you my top three things teens can do to help lessen disagreements in the home. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/