Raising a Powerful Girl

As we approach the back-to-school season in the northern hemisphere, Maria reflects on friendships and peer dynamics among girls. On this episode she dives into the unique challenges faced by girls with strong value systems. Inspired by recent experiences with her daughter, she'll explore why she's struggling with certain peer groups and how her values play a crucial role. Maria discussed how friendships can evolve and sometimes fade as personal goals and interests change. For parents aiming to break generational cycles and cultivate meaningful relationships, this episode is packed with insights. Join us as we redefine what it means to have healthy peer relationships and celebrate the strength in being selective about who we allow into our circles. Don't forget to check out our comprehensive workshop on girls and friendships at raisingapowerfulgirl.com for more in-depth guidance.Tune in to learn how to support your daughter in navigating her social world with confidence and clarity. 

This week on the podcast Maria emphasizes the importance of teaching resilience and the value of failure to her daughters. She explains how failure, seen as the "first attempt in learning," is embraced in her home. Maria shares her experiences with her daughter, who initially struggled with anxiety and new experiences but has since become more resilient through repeated exposure and guidance. She stresses that children need to learn to handle big emotions and discomfort to build resilience, highlighting that these skills are not innate but developed through experience. By allowing children to face challenges and supporting them through these experiences, parents can help them become confident and capable individuals.

If you're a parent of a girl who is an athlete—whether she's a gymnast, dancer, cheerleader, swimmer, basketball player, or any other sport—this podcast episode is for you. This week Maria talks about her work with female athletes and the deep correlation she noticed between a girl's self-esteem and her mother's influence. She emphasize that daughters often reflect areas where their mothers need to work on themselves. The pivotal moment came during a photography session with a talented 17-year-old dancer. The girl's mother made a critical comment about her thighs, triggering Maria's own insecurities and memories. Maria shares personal experiences with their own daughters and their journey in sports, particularly swimming. She emphasize the importance of parents not coaching their kids from the sidelines and instead creating a safe space for their children to decompress and process their experiences. Asking open-ended questions like "Did you have fun today?" or "How did you feel today?" can foster better communication and trust between parents and their athlete daughters. Ultimately, Maria encourages parents to trust their children's coaches and focus on building a supportive and open relationship with their daughters, allowing them to navigate their own challenges and develop self-advocacy skills.

This week on the podcast, Maria dives into the profound impact of volunteer work on young girls and discusses shifting from a victim mentality to taking ownership of one's experiences. Maria emphasizes the importance of allowing girls to process their emotions and learn from their challenges, using Socratic dialogue to guide them. She highlights the value of volunteer work in building self-esteem, fostering leadership, and creating meaningful connections. Tune in to explore how empowering our daughters through service can shape their resilience and sense of purpose and how the summer is the perfect time to start!

In this week's episode, join Maria as she delves into a critical topic affecting our tween and teen girls: social anxiety. As Maria discusses the rising rates of this issue and its impacts on academic and career success, she emphasizes the need for proactive parenting through leadership. Maria shares personal insights and experiences, navigating her daughter's journey through discomfort and growth. From Montessori principles to pushing boundaries gently, she highlights the importance of building trust and fostering independence. "Parenting through leadership means educating them in decision-making. It's about setting up proactive measures instead of reacting to situations." "We're here to raise powerful women who learn to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Life's challenges are where greatness emerges." Discover practical tips for guiding our daughters through challenging situations, helping them confront fears, and emerge stronger. This isn't just about preparing for college—it's about empowering young women to thrive in a world that demands resilience. Tune in for empowering guidance on raising extraordinary girls.

This week, Maria shares her experience of exploring Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," with her daughters. In particular, she focuses on the song "I Can Do It with a Broken Heart," dissecting its lyrics and discussing themes like masking emotions, societal pressures, and the importance of embracing a wide emotional range. Maria emphasizes the need for open conversations with children about emotions and encourages listeners to engage in similar discussions with their own kids, using music as a tool for exploration and understanding and gives you practical questions and tips to encourage your owndiscussion with your daughter!

In this episode, we explore the pervasive influence of Snapchat on today's youth and the challenges mothers face in addressing its potential dangers. Delving into the platform's hidden features, the episode sheds light on its capacity to conceal information from parents, the risks associated with its content, and its alarming connection to sextortion and cyberbullying. Providing valuable insights, the Maria advocates for proactive parenting strategies, emphasizing the importance of open communication and setting firm boundaries to safeguard teenagers from the negative impacts of social media. Listeners can expect a comprehensive examination of the Snapchat dilemma, empowering them to make informed decisions in navigating this complex aspect of modern parenting.

This week on the podcast Maria delves into the concept of toxic socialization and its impact on children, particularly within the school environment. Drawing from her experience as a homeschooling parent, she emphasizes the importance of distinguishing academic and socialization time for children. Maria advocates for healthy socialization, suggesting mixed-age groups, interest-based activities, and limited cellphone usage to foster strong communication skills. Addressing the challenges of conformity in schools, she encourages parents to prioritize their daughters' mental health and well-being over societal expectations, aiming to empower them with the resilience to navigate toxic environments.

In this podcast episode, Maria delves into the impact of social contagion theory on teen and tween girls, stressing the significance of comprehending the biological and psychological development of young girls. Drawing from personal experiences, Maria challenges the conventional narrative surrounding girls' identity formation, shedding light on the early pressure to conform and label themselves. The episode thoroughly examines how social media, peer relationships, and extracurricular activities influence girls' self-esteem and body image. Maria advocates for proactive parenting, urging parents to establish boundaries and select environments aligned with their values to craft a positive and empowering journey for their daughters. The conversation also addresses the repercussions of mainstream culture on girls, touching on issues like early puberty and the inclination to categorize themselves. Maria recommends that parents evaluate the content their daughters consume across various platforms to ensure it aligns with their values, fostering a healthy self-image. The episode concludes with a discourse on the potential advantages of homeschooling and the importance of curating a culture that nurtures positive experiences and values for young girls.

In this podcast episode, Maria shares a heartfelt story about her daughter's challenging experience during swim practice. The narrative unfolds into a broader discussion on the dynamics of energy management and empathy, exploring how individuals, especially those in touch with their feminine energy, navigate and respond to the emotions of others. The episode touches on the importance of setting boundaries and fostering emotional resilience in children. It concludes with a touching ritual that symbolizes love and support, offering listeners valuable insights into nurturing emotional well-being in their own families.

In this podcast episode, Maria shares her profound insights into intentional parenting, emphasizing the transformative impact on her relationship with her daughters. Through personal anecdotes, she discusses the power of questioning societal norms and fostering individuality in children. The episode highlights the importance of declaring intentions, embracing curiosity, and creating an environment where daughters can thrive. Overall, it's a compelling exploration of intentionality in parenting and its positive effects on raising empowered and resilient girls.

In the latest podcast episode, Maria reflects on the challenges and chaos of the past year, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection during tough times. Maria shares a personal experience with her youngest daughter, highlighting the difficulties of raising a powerful girl and the importance of understanding and addressing their emotions. The episode delves into a poignant moment where the daughter expressed feeling unseen and insignificant, leading Maria to explore her role in the experience and how to support her child better. Maria emphasizes the power of owning one's part in challenging situations and the necessity of self-care and energy management for effective parenting. As Maria navigates the complexities of motherhood, she encourages listeners to approach the new year with curiosity, examining their mindset and understanding the lessons within their challenges. The episode provides a raw and authentic perspective on the struggles of parenting while promoting self-awareness and growth.

In today's engaging episode, we explore a vital life skill often overlooked – self-advocacy. Maria shares insights from her own experience with her daughters, emphasizing the shift from hard to soft skills in today's workforce. Drawing from real experiences, we witness the transformation of a hesitant teenager into a confident self-advocate.From handling college tech challenges to addressing concerns with coaches, the episode provides actionable tips for parents. The goal is clear: empower our daughters from a young age, fostering independence and resilience. Join us on this journey of self-advocacy, shaping the next generation of confident women. Stay tuned for empowering insights!

Step into the holiday season with a sense of ease and joy as we delve into practical tips and heartfelt insights on navigating this time of year. In this podcast episode, we explore strategies to manage expectations, avoid burnout, and create meaningful traditions that align with your family's values. Join us in a candid conversation about the importance of communication, especially with your children, as we share personal experiences and lessons learned. Discover the power of simplifying, setting realistic boundaries, and finding rest amidst the hustle. Whether you're a seasoned parent or a first-time listener, this episode is a gentle reminder to prioritize your well-being and make the most of the holiday season. Tune in for inspiration on creating magical moments that resonate with your family, fostering connection, and savoring the joy that comes with this special time of year.

This weeks podcast episode Maria discusses the development of the prefrontal cortex in teenagers and its impact on executive functioning, impulse control, working memory, and emotional regulation. It highlights the challenges teenagers face in decision-making, peer influence, and emotional regulation. Maria provides tips for parents to support their teens.

In this podcast episode, parents learn a clever technique to help their teenage daughters handle tricky situations and peer pressure with ease. The trick is simple but effective: parents become the "scapegoats" for their daughters' decisions, allowing them to gracefully navigate challenges. The podcast offers fun examples, like blaming strict parents for not being able to attend a late-night party, or attributing decisions to parental rules, like not using social media or avoiding risky behaviors. It's all about maintaining a balance between fitting in with friends and making responsible choices while building trust and open communication. Plus, there's a cool secret signal – like a secret emoji – for daughters to use when they need a rescue from an awkward situation. So, parents, get ready to empower your daughters and make the teenage journey a tad smoother!

This week on the podcast, Maria starts off by emphasizing the significance of shifting our perspective and seeing things from a different angle to cultivate a stronger bond and connection with our daughters. She highlights the fact that if we persist in approaching things in the same manner, there won't be any changes. Maria delves into the idea of the emotional "debit card" and its importance in comprehending and supporting our daughters, especially during their tween and teen years. Discover more about this concept and how it relates to your relationship with your daughter.

This week on the podcast Maria talks about navigating friendships and relationships with your daughter and teh challenges it brings, especially during the tween and teen years. Understanding the developmental changes during this time, encouraging self-identity exploration, and validating her feelings are important. Maria gives practical tips and activities to do wiht yoru daughter to foster closer communication but help her navigate these tricky situations and more.

On this weeks podcast Maria discusses the importance of creating a close connection and communication with your daughter. Maria talks about reflection on personal experiences with female figures and the need for empathy towards teenage girls. Maria suggests using storytelling to discuss difficult topics and creating a safe space for communication. Maria shares her own experience with her parents and the importance of building trust and communication through storytelling and more.

Join Maria on the podcasts 200th episode where she shares a technique in "Finding the shimmers" of light during the day and celebrating them as well as a review of the last 6 years top tips to help you on your journey!

Maria shares her personal journey of discovering her daughter's learning differences and disabilities, emphasizing the importance of intuition, advocacy, and proper testing and evaluation from qualified professionals. She highlights the flaws in the school system and encourages parents to trust their instincts and navigate the system to get the support they need for their child.

On this weeks podcast episode Maria offers several tools for mothers to connect with their daughters and support them through the school year. These tools include creating a vision board, setting expectations, working on executive functioning skills, and cultivating self-care routines. The post also emphasizes the importance of navigating peer relationships and friendships and suggests using a mother-daughter journal as a safe space for communication.

On this episode Maria provides a wealth of knowledge on how to become solutions-oriented when parenting teenagers. One of the key takeaways from the podcast is the importance of shifting from a problem-focused mindset to a solutions-oriented one. Maria highlights how focusing on problems can lead to rumination and negative spirals of thoughts and emotions. Instead, Maria encourages moms to embrace the problem, validate their daughter's feelings, and work towards finding solutions. Learn more about the difference between problem focused and solutions oriented and how to shift this dynamic and more

In this episode, we're going to talk about an important topic: the power of self-reflection. Specifically, we're going to discuss how our actions as parents can affect our daughters and their behavior. It's a difficult conversation to have, but an essential one. By examining our own behavior and making necessary changes, we can create a better relationship with our daughters and help them grow into confident, empowered women.

Join Maria on this weeks episode on how the power of your thoughts, the language you use and labels you apply to your daughter will affect your connection and experience. Don't like your teen daughter? Maybe that needs to be reframed to "I'm having a hard time connecting with her". Learn how to shift your thoughts and how it impacts the relationship with your daughter and more.

How do you start untethering form your child when it makes you scare or anxious? Listen today as Maria shares about a rite of passage experience her daughter is going through and how it was just a mush a rite of passage for her as a parent and the emotional struggles she has with allowing her daughter to go out into the wilderness for 36 hours with 2 other teens girls and more.

In an emergency we always start with the ABC's. Airway, Breathing and Circulation. But, what do you do with a moody teen to figure out how to even support them? Listen in on today's episode as Maria takes you through her mental check list when dealing with a moody tween and teen daughter and how to support them. From things to be aware of to scripted dialogue to use to build trust and give your daughter the support they need and more.

Join Maria on todays episode where she helps you look at crying from a lense of curiosity. Why do girls cry so much? Why are moms having problems with this? What is the biology behind this and how can we reframe crying from a positive mental health perspective and more.

Why do tweens or teens lie? How are we suppose to build trust in order to communicate if she lies to me? Join Maria on this weeks episode where we dive into 5 reasons why your teen daughter is lying to you and how to shift it!

Join Maria on a short but powerful episode where she shares one of the biggest reasons for breakdown or problems with communication between parents and their girls. This small tweak can proactive change your communication for the better!

Walking on eggshells around your daughter? Are you anxious about how your interactions are going to go. Do you feel your mood plummet when interacting with her or when you are around her? You are getting sucked into her emotional spiral! Todays episode we dive into how to stop getting sucked into the emotional spiral so you can parent from logic and and an emotionally neutral place and we talk about the devastating effects of getting sucked into the spiral and more.

Join Maria on Todays episode where she dives into "normal" and how we need to stop justifying experiences as normal and evaluate what story we want to create with our daughters and reframe our new "Normal". From "mean girls" to teens pushing their mothers away to teens who just want to hang out in their room on their phone all day. What is normal?

Join Maria on today's podcast episode as she talks about how giving blanket "No's" build mistrust and break down communication with your daughter. She explains why as well as gives you strategies and techniques to develop trust and communication while keeping your daughter safe!

Join Maria as we dive into how to help girls build healthy relationships with food. What if your daughter is starving when she comes home from school and just wants to eat junk? How do you teach healthy eating? How do you not conform to diet culture or villanize food? How do you teach girls that food is fuel and to learn to listen to their body and more? Listen in today.

Join Maria as she explores how we are culturally setup for failure and exhaustion as mothers and how to support moms on their journey and more.

Join us on today's episode where Maria takes you on a "choose your own adventure" story to show you how your perception or interactions can shape your response and reality with the relationship you have with your daughter. We focus on building trust and creating safe spaces where she feels understood and supported.

How do you help your daughter when she is terrified or anxious before her first big game, or public speaking? How do you help your daughter when pushing on a growth egde makes her want to puke? Check out this weeks episode where Maria shares some tips and tricks on hw to help in these moments.

Join Maria as she shares insight into the link between social media and girls mental health crisis starting as early as 10 yers old as well as cellphone contract, monitoring software and more.

Join Maria as she shares her 5 year journey in ditching "the mommy wine" story that was damaging her relationship with her girls and how she healed and created a new story and broke a cycle.

Join us today on one of Maria's most impactful episodes where she talks about 5 areas where you can either break down or build trust with your daughter. This is a MUST LISTEN to episde!

What do you do when you find out your teen has made a HUGE mistake. Like nauseating, heart palpitations bad? How do you handle it? How do you have a conversation that still creates connection and trust? On today's episode I dish out the details on just this, the visceral response it triggered in me, how I celebrated my daughter and how I handled consequences moving forward. What it looks like to have this conversation from a healed pro-active space instead of a reactive one.

Why are you here? What are you searching for? What has called you to this space? What are you going to change this year? Join Maria on a guided self reflection to spark your 2023 year of change. Grab a comfy chair dim the light, light a candle and take 15 minutes to reconnect, refelect and manifest your dream year. Your daughter is counting on it.

The post holiday collapse. How did this holiday season go for you? Did you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious or tired? Does somethign need to change and you don't know how or what? Join Maria on todays episode as she takes you step by step on deconstructing the holidays and creating a plan for change in the future and so much more.

The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. Join me on todays podcast episide where I share tips ans tricks to lighten your load and help ground you this hoiday season. Bonus, these tips and tricks can be used at any time of the year to make your days a bit brighter!

So your tween or teen is moody? Snarky ,sassy and overall has a bad attitude? Are you walking on eggs shells? DO you feel like you lost her and want her back?! Hang in there.I hear this everyday. I'm constantly tagged in groups and posts on just this multiple times a day. Good news, this is normal. Bad news, this is a developmental milestone you need to ride. That being said let me share some tips and tricks....

After a year long hiatus Maria is back with a little story on why she has been gone, what has been happening and more. Catchup on this mamas journey as the light shines through the cracks and she faces, feels and heals what 2022 brought and the transformation is has lead her to.

Dahlya Brown Shook is owner of Holistic Medical Healing.  She is a Brain Mastery Specialist & Intuitive Emotional Healer who uses her diverse training and multidimensional approach to facilitate mind, body, & spirit integration so that the person with a sensitive nervous system can truly thrive, heal and transcend beyond self imposed and limiting boundaries.Dahlya suffered with multiple mental health diagnoses (anxiety, depression, addiction, hair pulling)  for over 2 decades and has recovered from all of them using the exact approaches she teaches, even though the traditional medical field told her it was impossible. She says whole body healing is a puzzle and Dahlya puts those pieces together to offer kids, adults, and parents radical transformations using lifestyle, attitude, nutrition, movement, sensory and magic.She has extensive personal experience in the traditional healthcare model as a patient and healthcare professional so she knows first hand the breakdown in the system which only results in families not healing the way they actually can. Dahlya is Nationally licensed and Board Certified in Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Prevention & Wellness. She is Certified in Holistic Health, Tai Chi and Yoga for Healthcare Professionals, & Integrative Medicine for Mental Health. She has transitioned out of the traditional healthcare model to facilitate brain and body rewiring so that kids and adults can live a life that they thought could never be their reality.Join us on todays podcast episode as we deep dive into a variety of issues from child behavior, anxiety, stress, coping mechanisms, the importance of play and so much more

Amy Renee is an Intuitive Coach, Spiritual Mentor and practitioner of Shamanic Arts. She Serves as a Catalyst, Guide and Inspiration for Personal and Planetary Change.Her journey of ADD led her to healing the pressure, shame, and wounds that come from an ADD diagnosis and others like it. It is her mission to create a world where uniqueness belongs and authenticity is embraced. Where we honor our true self, each individual, and awaken the gifts within.Join us on todays episode where we talk about neurodiversity in ourselves and our children and honoring the gifts that come with their uniqueness and so much more

oin us on this weeks podcast episode where we talk about Mothering through leadership, raising highly sensitive children and so much more. Kerstin Kirchsteiger is a Scientist turned Life & Leadership Coach. The emotional rollercoaster that motherhood took her on, led her to leave science and dive deep into the study of Emotional Intelligence and she became a GENOS certified practitioner. Her journey of motherhood and entrepreneurship made it clear that work-life integration is a topic most working, homeschooling moms struggle with. Leveraging her analytical nature combined with my understanding for individualized solutions, she has created a system for moms to peel back the layers of obligations, expectations and guilt and build a life they're excited to get up for every day. Kerstin offers coaching that includes tools of Emotional Intelligence, Respectful Parenting and Leadership Tools that helps her clients find their Flow, AND give them tools to create thriving relationships and a successful career.When Kerstin is not working with clients you can find her mountain biking or enjoying the outdoors with her family.

Join us on todays episode where we talk about letting go of old stories and beliefs through conscious creation and creating the life you love and how we can teach our children to do the same and moreAmanda Monnier knows she was put on this earth for onereason: to support women, help them heal from theinside out, break ancestral patterns, and shift into thefullest embodiment of who they are at a soul level.Amanda is an Energy Healer, certified Magnetic MindCoach, Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT 200 and Yin Yoga),Emotion Code Practitioner, certified TransformationalNutrition Coach, and holds a Bachelor's in Psychology. Sheassists her clients in healing old wounds and up-leveling tothe highest-soul aligned version of themselves. Amanda isa woman on a mission to create a movement of healed,intuitively-connected, badass Goddesses—women whoare truly aligned with their heart & soul, creating a life ontheir terms, and passionately unleashing their gifts intothe world. Amanda is completely committed to her soulwork of changing lives—one soul-led, inspired FierceFeminine Goddess at a time!

Petia Kolibova is a Women's Alignment Coach who helps those that have been pushed down and playing it small, due to toxic relationships or unhealed childhood trauma, create an abundant life that is true to their soul-purpose.Her mission is to help women move through their limiting beliefs so they can finally align with who they are, discover and do what feels good to them, and serve others in a powerful way.Through this work, Petia finds that once her clients unearth their limits and uncover their purpose, it naturally reveals a desire to help others transform as well. She then pairs feminine flow with strategic planning to give these budding entrepreneurs immense clarity + exact steps to transition from side-hustler to CEO of their lives and businesses.Join us on todays episode where we talk about harnessing both the masculine and feminine energies as well as the importance of self love and self care in our mothering journey and more