Helping young people manage anxiety, depression, and distress is more crucial than ever. Yet, as many educators and mental health professionals have discovered, skill-building alone isn’t always enough. Sustainable transformation occurs when we address both mind and body as one interconnected system. This is where combining lifestyle medicine and youth mental health coaching, especially Cognitive […]
Navigating relationships and expectations is a big part of teen and young adult life. If you often find yourself prioritizing others’ happiness ahead of your own well-being, you might be experiencing people pleasing. This deeply ingrained habit affects many young people striving for healthy relationships and personal success. Understanding its roots, impact, and practical steps […]
Mental health struggles among teens and young adults are at unprecedented levels, with headlines declaring a youth mental health crisis sweeping across schools and communities. While the statistics are troubling, dedicated educators, coaches, parents, and mentors are making a remarkable impact by supporting youth in building healthy, resilient lives. How? One powerful approach is health […]
Stress is an unavoidable part of modern life, especially for teens and young adults navigating the complexities of growing up. Yet not all stress is harmful. With the right knowledge and tools, we can help young people transform stress into an opportunity for resilience and growth. This blog explores what stress actually is, the difference […]
Procrastination is something nearly every teen and young adult faces. Yet, behind the seemingly simple act of “putting things off,” there are complex layers worth exploring—especially for those of us committed to making a difference through academic coaching, coaching for teens, and youth career coaching. This guide explores why procrastination happens, how it truly impacts […]
Achieving our goals is at the heart of thriving as humans. Yet, anyone who works with teens and young adults knows just how complex goal achievement can be. Why do some young people push through challenges while others stall at the first obstacle? How can educators, coaches, and youth professionals use research-based approaches to empower […]
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more powerful, it’s changing the way we live and work. Machines can now write emails, solve math problems, and even help doctors find diseases. Some jobs are already being done faster—and sometimes better—by AI. So, where does that leave humans, especially those of us who work with young people? Here’s […]
Introduction: This article introduces the concepts of meaning and purpose, and explains the ways in which they contribute to inner peace and fulfillment. It also provides insight on ways to create meaning, and how to coach clients to identify opportunities to discover meaning, purpose, community, and belonging in their own lives. Purpose and Meaning […]
Introduction This article explains how values and attitudes impact the bonds we form with other people. It also examines the nuances of making friends as an adolescent, and what they seem to value in the relationships they keep. Finally, it provides three tips on how to coach adolescents to create meaningful friendships. How Values and […]
Introduction Contrary to popular belief, our health is not simply a result of our individual choices. Our environment, combined with the people and resources within it, are major determinants of our overall health and wellbeing. This article explains the meaning of community, and highlights the major impacts connection has on physical, mental, social, and emotional […]
