Diamond in the Youth

On this episode, Parker, a 20 year old college student studying at NC State, opens up about his struggles with confidence... over confidence to be exact. He explains how his high school mindset led to loneliness and a lack of fulfillment even though he was involved in school clubs and surrounded himself with peers and classmates regularly. Parker walks us through a few ways his mindset has shifted towards finding a healthy balance between pursuing passion, personal growth, and self reflection.Parker also has his own podcast called Taking a Breath where he discusses all things leadership, mentoring, and personal growth! Check him out!Find Parker here:IG: takingabreathpodcastMusic by Scott Holmes.

Welcome to Part 2 of Trusting the Grit of Growth with Mallory White! On this episode, we get to hear from Mallory as she shares the events that unfolded from first meeting Lea as her virtual school counselor to welcoming Lea into her home only a few short months later. It is nearly impossible not to feel uplifted by Mallory's warm-hearted spirt as she paints a beautiful picture of the "happy chaos" that is the White family. Mallory also shares more on the starfish necklace and, of course, we revisit the suspicious dishwasher! She even reveals a personal never-before shared confession! Music by Scott Holmes.

On this Episode, Lea tells her story of growing up in a single parent home, in a trailer, that was eventually condemned by government officials after the tragic death of her mother. We hear her journey through the foster care system and eventually hear the beautiful story of where she is today. Lea also shares her perspective on budgeting with "cheeseburger money", her suspicion around dishwashers, and her goal of obtaining more visibility for low-income neighborhoods. Music by Scott Holmes.

Welcome miners, to Diamond in the Youth Podcast where you'll hear the youth perspective on how life's pressures mold diamonds in us all! On this podcast, we take a deep dive into the minds of our world’s youth. We discuss hardships, obstacles, and unique life experiences that have played a part in molding who we are. You will hear profound stories on this podcast. We will cry, we will laugh, and we will go places that no other youth-centered podcast has ever gone before. So sit back, relax, and get ready to mine for Diamonds in the Youth.