Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
When Your Teen Daughter Feels Left Out...
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Hello Reader? Isn't it one of the hardest things to witness as a parent: your daughter coming home teary-eyed to find out she heard about friends having group plans she wasn’t part of. You want to fix it. To remind her how wonderful she is. But deep down you know you can’t protect her from every friendship storm. What you can do is walk beside her, helping her find resilience, courage to keep going and reminding her she is not alone. Why it hurts so muchHumans (and especially teenagers) are wired for belonging. Their friendships shape how they see themselves, so being excluded can feel like rejection of who they are. Add in the still-developing emotional regulation of the teenage brain, and it’s no wonder exclusion feels so devastating. What helpsAs tempting as rushing in with solutions is, here are some ways to support her:
Your quiet powerEven if she pushes you away, your steady presence tells her: “You are loved. You are worthy. You belong here.” That message matters more than any group chat ever could. 👉 If this resonates, we would love to hear 1 key takeaway from you. With gratitude, Upcoming Free Event - The Happiness Path (THP) Hangouts It’s a chance for teen girls to recharge, feel supported, and have fun together. 👉 Are you in? Register here |
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Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
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