#37 - Help Your Teen Girl Find Herself: Parenting Through Identity, Confidence, and Self Discovery
SUMMARY
In this episode of True Northing, Kristen and Allison explore one of the biggest challenges teen girls face today — the search for identity. From navigating social pressures to building authentic confidence, they unpack how parents can guide their daughters toward self-awareness and resilience.
You’ll learn how to ask reflective questions, foster intrinsic motivation, and encourage decision-making rooted in personal values rather than fear or validation. Whether you’re parenting a teen or preparing for those years ahead, this conversation offers real-world strategies to help your daughter discover her true self.
Key Takeaways:
• How to help your teen daughter develop a strong sense of identity
• Why self-reflection builds confidence and clarity
• How to guide choices based on values, not fear
• Creating a home environment where authenticity thrives
🎧 Listen in and share your own experiences with raising resilient, self-aware teens.
Resources:
—Book: Reviving Ophelia by Mary Pipher
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