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Thanks to Dr. Heidi Petak at @speakeagle for your helpful, practical advice on communication! This episode is geared towards building healthy communication with your parents, but the practical tips apply to any relationships you'll encounter now and in the future. www.speakeagle.comwww.ChikChat.com/blogwww.ChikChat.comwww.Instagram.com/ChikChatwww.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com) Support the show#communicaiton, #communicationstrategies, #Hotpotato, #speakeagle, #drP, #heidipetak, #alexa, #alexajames, @alexajamesmusic, #chikchaet, #chickchat, #teengirls, #teentopics, #parents, #tipsforparents, #tipsforteens, #talkingtips, @chikchaet, @chickchatSupport the show

Life just might provide a few health benefits when we view it from upside-down.Check out these anecdotal reasons to incorporate hand stands and head stands into your daily movement. Always check with a doctor first and make sure you do all exercise with proper form and  your safety in mind so that you can avoid and prevent injury. And have some fun with life from a different perspective. Support the show

Check out These Health Benefits of a Simple Banana.ChikChat.com/blogSupport the show

Need Some Motivation to Clean and Declutter this Spring? Here are some practical things you can do to feel pumped about a fresh start in your room, bathroom & beyond.www.ChikChat.com/blogwww.ChikChat.comwww.Instagram.com/ChikChatwww.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com) #springcleaning #spring #clean #declutter #freshstart #teengirls #motivation #motiviationmonday #teentopics #pumped #excited #motivate #inspiration #chikchat #chickchatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Need Some Motivation to Clean and Declutter this Spring? Here are some practical things you can do to feel pumped about a fresh start in your room, bathroom & beyond.www.ChikChat.com/blogwww.ChikChat.comwww.Instagram.com/ChikChatwww.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com) Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

It's never too early to start thinking about applying to the colleges and universities of your dreams. A solid education and that good ol' degree will set you apart from competitors and help you land your dream job and give you the training and education to help you accomplish all you want to achieve. Plus- you'll make great lifelong friendships and experience something amazing. It takes hard work, and it is so worth it. You can do this. In this episode, teen advisory board member, Isabella, helps provide some pointers and encouragement along the way. www.ChikChat.com/blogwww.ChikChat.comwww.Instagram.com/ChikChatwww.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Head on over to ChikChat.com and get your PDF download to help you set up your upcoming year for success. The S.M.A.R.T. goal setting model explained. We recommend starting with "R" so you can decide which goals are right for right now. You can answer that when you truly evaluate your deeper "why." So grab your favorite hot drink, sit back, get comfy with some blank paper and your favorite pens and colored pencils. Dream away and then start planning to make steps that help you get closer to your dreams. www.ChikChat.com/blogInstagramFacebookSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

WELCOME TO SEASON 2!Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!Like and Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and on our Blog at www.ChikChat.com!Wondering How To Deal with Emotions when You Feel So Many Things At Once? We Get It. Join us on this episode to learn ways to face, identify, cope, and manage all that you're feeling and facing. Life is difficult! In this episode, we teach you how to handle the curve balls life throws at you. Not only for your own emotional health and wellness, but also so that you can live a life of love and kindness so that you can leave a beautiful mark on the world. The things that are true and uplifting and excellent and praiseworthy, and have good fruit. Those are the things to focus on. And those are the thoughts that will enable you to think well of others and be kind to them. Remember you are the one who can control the narrative of your thoughts. You can walk in kindness because you are not living out of your emotions, but out of truth. Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)Special Thanks to @JoyPatton for additional text editing on this episode.Support and Subscribe to her blog at: Authentic Joy#emotional, #emotionalstability, #kindness, #alexa, #chikchat, #chickchat, @chikchat, @alexajamesmusic, @candacecbure, @dayspringcards, #everydayfaith, #everydayfaithmagazine, #quarantine, #quarantinelife, #riots, #socialjustice, #kind, #bekind, #teen, #teenhealth, #teanwellness, #teengirls, #emotionalhealth, #mentalhealth, #teenagegirls, #teenagers, #girls, #beauty, #Health, #fitness, #wellness, #beautyfromwithin, #girltalkSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Gabby was on our ChikChat® Teen Advisory Board and has some words of wisdom to share with us in regards to accomplishing goals with a determined mindset. Thanks, Gabby! Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

2019 Launched our first ever Teen Advisory Board! In this episode, you get to meet Isabella! Learn about her awesome made-from-scratch electric guitar, her first semester of college, and we also discuss driving and getting that license! She also has some great advice for the holiday season. Check out photos of her electric guitar on our Instagram page and on our blog! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from ChikChat®!More to come!Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!Like and Follow us on Instagram and Facebook and on our Blog at www.ChikChat.com!Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Summertime! The time for fun and sunshine! In addition to making our day literally and figuratively brighter, sunshine has a cool benefit. Remember how we’re currently doing a video series about eating healthy on the go?Well, it’s important that we be eating healthy foods that help build our bones. What does this have to do with sunshine? Hang in there with me. I’ll get to that- According to Mayo Clinic “you only have one chunk of time when you can build up your bones with calcium and vitamin D that’s the first 30 years or so of your life. Once you reach 30 your body stops building new bone. After that you can only maintain the bone strength you already have. The best way to add calcium and vitamin D is by eating well balanced meals not by taking supplements.”So ladies, you are in a critical time In your life where you are still building and creating your bones. And trust me, you want them to be healthy and strong. AND not only will you appreciate healthy bone development now, but trust me, you’re 60, 70 and 80-year-old self will also thank you because you are taking care of yourself now.Listen to the entire podcast to learn how you can increase the vital nutrient, Vitamin D into your body and into your daily routine. And make sure to review our video featuring @Mychelle summer must-haves!http://www.chikchat.com/blog/archives/07-2018www.mychelle.com Follow us on Instagram @ChikChat and Facebook @ChikChatVisit us at www.ChikChat.com/blogHere's to a healthy summer! Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

We are so excited to start introducing our First Ever Teen Advisory Board Members to you! They’re gonna be your eyes, ears and voices this year- so make sure to connect with all of us at www.ChikChat.com and on Instagram and Facebook @ChikChat. Like, follow, comment and share! We want to hear from you! In this episode we introduce you to ANALEI. Woo Hoo!!And, Analei tried out our salad formula from our video series. Find out her take on the whole salad thing, and make sure to watch our videos about salads, so that you don’t miss out on some helpful, yummy tips : SALADS PART I: and SALADS PART IIAnd check out our other videos and podcasts while you're there!Until next time!Alexa JamesChikChat®, Inc.www.ChikChat.comwww.Instagram.com/ChikChatwww.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Hey Girls!Wanna know how you can boost your beauty, health, and emotions? While we're on the subject of healthy eating on the go- and especially in reference to our previous two videos about salads- we want to provide some practical 411. This episode piggy backs on our previous podcast episode and we feel that between these two episodes, you’ll have the foundation you need for lifelong health- if you implement them, of course! I'm your host, Alexa James. In our previous podcast, I gave you heads up that we would be talking about green stuff. Wanna guess? And no, we’re not talking about money today. However, we do you plan on having a nice lineup of episodes about money- so make sure you subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss out! In this episode, we talk about being rich with your health. The best currency you can feed your body to make it as healthy and beautiful as possible and to eat as many greens as possible. So what do I mean by greens? I’m talkin' romaine and bitter lettuces, kale, watercress, escarole, endive, broccoli, greens like: collard, mustard carrot and turnip, spinach, arugula, cabbage, green onions and garlic, bok choy, sprouts, baby greens and micro greens, Napa cabbage and Chinese cabbage, Swiss chard, asparagus, celery, chives, artichokes, okra, leeks, fennel, zucchini, cucumber and green bell peppers when their peeled and seeded, and herbs like basil, mint, cilantro and parsley.And don’t forget that lovely fruit, avocado.The Most beneficial greens are the leafy -ones and the darker the better. And you can eat them raw, cooked, juiced, powdered, and in your favorite smoothie or homemade açaí bowl. There are even brands out there that are adding veggies to their ice cream and mac & cheese. The beauty, health and emotional benefits you get from greens should encourage and challenge you to get creative with those greens and get them into your diet as much as possible.Follow us at: www.ChikChat.com/Bloghttp://www.Instagram.com/ChikChathttp://www.Facebook.com/ChikChatSupport the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

www.ChikChat.com/blogHi am Alexa James, and I am so excited to bring you to Chikchat®in a podcast! Welcome to episode one! Today we are super excited to launch our podcast where we focus and emphasize health and wellness in all areas of a teen girls life.I do want to preface all of this and let you guys know that I am a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor and I have a specialty in Youth fitness. However I am not a medical nurse or doctor. I am not a licensed nutritionist - so any advice that we give you concerning diet and nutrition please double check with your doctor and do your own research I’m just passionate about food and exercise and wellness that I love researching it I love talking about it and sharing all of the information that I have learned and seen to be true in my lifeWhen we are healthy we can look and feel our best and we are empowered to be able to do all of the things that we were meant to do on this planet. But being and staying healthy takes hard work determination and persistence and discipline. There can be a lot of obstacles that can keep us from being healthy-usually the number one excuse is lack of time. But sometimes it can also seem expensive and like you have to know a ton of stuff -like all the latest research and what is the latest diet fad and is it truly healthy? But it’s super important to overcome these challenges super important and being healthy and vibrant is attainable. and I will tell you that anytime that you put some hard work and effort into something you will see results you will be satisfied and your self-esteem will improve greatly in a gazillion ways.We wanna help you do that, so, at ChikChat®, we are launching a series of videos that will provide you with some quick and healthy ideas for grab and go breakfasts and lunches When you plan ahead it makes things much smoother and easier. Yes you’re putting in some time initially - at the front end - but the execution is really fast and in the end saves you time money and caloriesIn our first video I teach you how to make homemade hummus. Hummus A lot of the ingredients in hummus help fight inflammation - like olive oil and chick peas - even tahini- which is made from sesame seeds, may also help reduce inflammation in the body. inflammation is one of the hugest enemies to our health. A wide array of health problems, including but not limited to chronic pain, obesity, ADD/ADHD, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, migraines, thyroid issues, dental issues, and cancer all have the source of there issue rooted in in inflammation, The crazy thing is that The majority of inflammatory diseases start in the gut. So it’s super important that we have a healthy gut biome or a healthy gut environment. There’s the obviousdigestive issues like heartburn, reflux, constipation Diarra - but Your brain, your immunity, skin, diabetes, auto immune diseases, are all affected by the health of your gut- so you want it to be healthy. The gut good bacteria and bad bacteria if we’re going to make some broad generalizations here. And when we have inflammation the bad critters start to grow and they feed off each other and grow and grow and cause inflammation. But when we eat healthy and we have a lot of fiber -which have a talk about in a minute, then the good bacteria start to grow and they develop and reduce the bad bacteria. -So- fiber is a nutrient that feeds that good bacteria in your gut and colon which in turn, help decrease inflammation and all of the potential health problems that information Can cause. Fiber alsoAids in digestion and helps regulate blood sugar levels and Helps you manage your Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)

Hi I’m Alexa James and I’m super excited to be bringing you ChikChat® in a podcast. I'm the Founder, CEO, President, and Host of ChikChat®, Inc. which launched in 2001 in the form of live workshops, a workshop manual, along with a magalog, and TV/video series. We are now focusing our efforts into this podcast and our blog, where we feel we can best serve teen girls. We’re going to talk everything teenage girls-what you go through and experience - -and we’re going to have a lot of fun along the way. We’re gonna be covering topics like hair, make up, skin care, nutrition, wellness, fitness, taking care of yourself, self confidence, self-esteem, relationships: boys dating parents friendships - how to make and manage money, how to build a business, how to get in to college how to prep for college. We'll cover happiness, faith, and handling stress and most of all, encouraging you to make wise and healthy choices in your life. The decisions you make now in all these different areas, affect your self esteem. they effect who you become. Your decisions in your life right now- those every day small decisions, will either lead you down a path of destruction, OR, they can protect you from making life altering mistakes- AND propel you forward and upward to become the best you you were truly meant to be. We hope this podcast will help, encourage, and inspire you be more equipped to live the life you dream about, and also to equip you to make a positive difference in the world.I’m also thrilled to announce that in addition to launching our first podcast, we’re also launching our very first teen advisory board! You’re gonna be meeting our 2019 board: Analei, Breanna, Gabrielle, Isabella, Shannon, and Dylan. They’re going to be guiding us along the way. You’re going to be hearing from them in upcoming episodes so you will get to know them -get their advice -and ask them questions. We're looking forward to interacting with you at http://www.ChikChat.com/blog and please follow and like us on your socials:www.FaceBook.com/ChikChatwww.Instagram.com/ChikChat We look forward to our next episode which will provide you with some guidelines for eating for a healthy body so that you have the energy, focus, strength and stamina to do all the things that you set out to do.Please support this non-profit org. by subscribing to this podcast and by taking a quick minute to review us on iTunes/Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Support the show (http://www.ChikChat.com)