Episode 201: Anxious Teens - How to Build Confidence and Resilience with Monica Crnogorac
/In this week's episode, we’re exploring the world of teen anxiety and focusing on how to help tweens and teens develop confidence, self-regulation, and positive self-talk. Our guest, Monica Crnogorac, brings a wealth of expertise as a Certified Life & Wellness Coach, specializing in guiding teens to overcome anxiety and build resilience. Monica shares her compassionate approach and valuable tools designed to support adolescents on their journey toward personal growth and fulfillment.
Here’s an overview of what we discussed:
Differences in how anxiety manifests across age groups, specifically between teens, adults, and children
How to support teens with normal but impactful anxiety levels
How parents support teens with everyday stressors and anxiety
Ways for parents to support teens seeking independence and peer connections
How parents communicate and connect with their teens through texting and shared interests
Understanding why teens unload stress at bedtime and how parents can encourage communication
How parents can effectively practice active listening to encourage their teens to share more openly
How parents can help their kids develop healthier self-talk to counter negative thought patterns.
How to balance empathy and constructive feedback to support kids through challenging emotions
Benefits of self-development resources for children and teens regarding anxiety and growth
To know more about Monica, visit her website consciouscoach.biz and follow her on Instagram @__consciouscoach and Tiktok @__consciouscoach.
Tune in to discover how we can support our teens’ mental health and empower them to be resilient, self-aware, and confident as they navigate these formative years.
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