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Lessons from Leadership Coaching: What Middle Schoolers Teach Us About Growth by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Navigating the School System When Your Child Has Been Labeled a Troublemaker by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Learning Is a Risk – Are We Making It Safe to Build Student Confidence? by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Leadership and Integrity Skills, and Giving Credit Where It's Due by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
When “Bad Behavior” Is a Leadership Test—for Teens and Adults by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
The Leadership Crisis: Why Leadership Accountability and Taking Responsibility Matters at Every Level by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
A trauma bond can feel like love, but it’s actually an addiction to a cycle of reward and withdrawal. Narcissists love-bomb you with attention, then pull away, flooding your body with stress and keeping you hooked. Healing isn’t about “just moving on”—it’s about nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and support. Learn how to break free and reclaim your peace after narcissistic abuse.
There’s a quiet moment—maybe in the middle of the night, maybe while folding laundry or sitting in your car—when you realize something has to change.
Divorce can feel like a whirlwind, with emotions running high and life-changing decisions to make. Amidst all the chaos, it's easy to overlook a critical aspect—your financial future. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just unsure of where to start, creating a post-divorce financial plan is key to rebuilding your life with confidence.
Divorce is never easy. It’s a time filled with emotional and financial uncertainty. You’re not only navigating the end of a relationship but also making decisions that could impact your financial future for years to come. That's why assembling the right divorce team is crucial. Along with attorneys and mediators, a key player to consider is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)—a financial professional dedicated to helping you make informed decisions during a divorce.
Divorce can shake your world—emotionally and financially. For professional women who’ve spent years building a career, a home, and a future, it’s more than just a legal separation—it’s a life transition that demands clear thinking and careful planning.
The moment you say it out loud—or even allow yourself to whisper it in your own mind—I think I want a divorce, the what-ifs start creeping in.
Here’s the truth: emotional management isn’t about being unbothered. It’s about building the internal strength to respond instead of react—to stay rooted in your clarity, even when everything around you feels unstable.
Creating a youth leadership program can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor. Such programs not only empower young people but also instill essential life skills and confidence.
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, leadership isn’t just for adults in the workplace—it starts in adolescence. Teen leadership coaching is a powerful tool to help young people develop the skills, mindset, and confidence needed to lead in their schools, communities, and future careers.
Confidence is often talked about as something we either have or don’t have. For many teens, the message they hear is simply, “You need to be more confident.” But what does that actually mean?
Confidence is a crucial attribute for children's development, influencing their social interactions, academic performance, and overall mental health.
Leadership is often shaped by the examples we see around us. When we look at the leaders in our communities—whether in schools, businesses, or government—we subconsciously take note of who they are, how they look, and how they behave.
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is a cornerstone of student development, equipping young people with the skills to navigate life’s challenges with resilience, empathy, and confidence.
Teen Leadership Programs: What Are Some Leadership Activities for Students? by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
What Makes You Confident? A Teen Leadership Coach’s Perspective by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Is Making Friends a Skill? Exploring the Role of Leadership Coaching in Social Connections by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
What Is Public Speaking and Why Does It Matter for Teens? by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
What are Teen Leadership Programs? by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Divorce, Narcissism and Community by Lisa Happ founder of Lisa Happ Coaching, Divorce Coach
5 Ways to Support Those Affected by Wildfires: A Therapist's Perspective by Abbey Sangmeister founder of Evolving Whole, Professional and Parental Burnout Coach
How Leadership Coaching Helps Prepare for College Applications by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Fostering Leadership Development Through Peer Facilitation by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
Belonging and Authenticity As a Teenager: Belonging vs. Fitting In by Lorraine Connell founder of Peers not Fears, Teen Leadership Coach
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