Youth Coaching Expert Insights

Adolescent lying often leaves parents and educators feeling frustrated and confused. Understanding the complex developmental factors behind teen lying can transform how we approach these challenging moments and help build stronger, more trusting relationships. Research reveals that lying during adolescence represents far more than simple defiance or moral failing. Instead, it reflects a complex intersection of brain development, identity formation, and the natural push toward independence that defines this crucial

Imposter syndrome affects millions of adolescents, leaving capable young people questioning their worth and abilities. As an educator or youth coach, you hold the power to help teens recognize their authentic achievements and build lasting confidence. Understanding how to support young people through these feelings of inadequacy can transform their academic performance, social relationships, and future opportunities. This guide provides practical strategies to help the teens in your life overcome

The workplace your students will enter looks nothing like the one you knew. Advances in technology continue to reshape industries, introduce new career paths, and shift the skills that matter most. For educators, coaches, and parents, understanding these changes isn’t just useful—it’s essential for guiding the next generation toward meaningful, sustainable careers. Drawing from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025, this guide highlights where the job market

School should be a place where young minds flourish, not a source of chronic stress that leaves students depleted. Yet many educators witness students struggling with what Finnish psychologist Katariina Salmela-Aro (2009) identified as school burnout—a condition as real and debilitating as workplace burnout, but affecting our most vulnerable learners. Understanding the difference between school engagement and burnout can transform how we support our students and children. This guide explores