In this conversation, Chelsey Goodan discusses her book ‘Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls’ and the importance of empowering and supporting teenage girls. She highlights the societal pressure on girls to be perfect and likable, and the need for adults to create safe spaces for girls to explore their identities. Chelsey emphasizes the role of curiosity and non-judgment in building trust and opening up conversations with teenage girls. She also addresses the challenges of social media and the importance of media literacy in navigating its impact. Overall, the conversation explores ways to empower and uplift teenage girls in a society that often underestimates them.
Takeaways:
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Teenage girls are often underestimated and face societal pressure to be perfect and likable.
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Building trust and creating safe spaces for girls to open up is crucial in empowering them.
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Curiosity and non-judgment are key in engaging in meaningful conversations with teenagers.
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Parents and adults can support teenagers by listening, reflecting, and encouraging self-exploration.
Links:
https://www.chelseygoodan.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ChelseyGoodan/
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