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Life Coach for Teens: The Difference Between Coaching and Therapy
16Jun

Life Coach for Teens: The Difference Between Coaching and Therapy

When I was a teenager, my mom—who was also a therapist—wanted me to go to therapy. I know her heart…

Why Coaching—and Adventure—Matter More Than Ever for Teens Today

What do academic performance, screen time, and teenage confidence have in common? They’re all connected—and all adversely impacting academic performance…

What 10 Days of Silence Taught Me About Mindfulness, Growth, and Teen Coaching
10Jun

What 10 Days of Silence Taught Me About Mindfulness, Growth, and Teen Coaching

My Expirence In a Meditation Retreat Last year, I completed one of the most intense and transformative experiences of my…

How to Make the Most of Your Summer as a Teen—and Get Into College
09Jun

How to Make the Most of Your Summer as a Teen—and Get Into College

When I was a teenager, summer felt like an illusion. All I wanted to do was relax, sleep in, and…

What Got Me Into College
26May

What Got Me Into College

And How a Life Coach for Teens Helped Me Get There College felt like this giant, looming thing when I…

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a Teen (And What I Now Teach Teen Boys as a Life Coach)
05May

5 Things I Wish I Knew as a Teen (And What I Now Teach Teen Boys as a Life Coach)

5 Lessons Your Teenage Son Needs to Hear (From a Teen Life Coach) If your teenage son seems unmotivated, overwhelmed,…

The Changing Landscape for Gen Z: Why Teens Need More Support Than Ever

Let’s be real—Gen Z is facing an entirely different world than previous generations. With rapid advancements in technology, shifting societal…

What Happens When Your Son Succeeds: Breaking Through ‘Failure to Launch’ and Unlocking a Spiral of Growth

Every parent wants to see their son thrive—confident, independent, and motivated to take on life’s challenges. But what happens when…

The Power of Mentorship: How My Mentors Shaped My Life
04Mar

The Power of Mentorship: How My Mentors Shaped My Life

Mentorship shaped my life. From my dad’s work ethic to my uncle Bob’s fearless climbing, each mentor pushed me to…

The Silent Struggles of Young Men Today—And How Coaching Can Help

In a world that’s constantly evolving, young men today face unique challenges that previous generations never encountered. From the pressures…

Teen Boys, Mental Health, and the Need for Real-World Mentorship

In recent years, the mental health crisis among teen boys has become impossible to ignore. As highlighted in Jonathan Haidt’s…

The Silent Struggle: Anxiety in Young Men and the Power of Mentorship

Anxiety among young men is on the rise, yet it often goes unspoken. The pressure to perform in school, sports,…

The Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health for Teens
31Jan

The Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health for Teens

Teenagers today face a whirlwind of responsibilities—school, extracurriculars, social life, and even part-time jobs. With so much going on, sleep…

Setting Up Your Teen’s Environment for Success:

Teenagers are in a crucial stage of growth and development. Their habits, routines, and behaviors are shaping the adults they’ll…