In this episode of the Make Happiness Happen podcast, we dive into a topic that hits close to home for moms and teens alike: stress and overwhelm. From academic pressures and social media perfectionism to the daily chaos of life, our teens are facing a storm of challenges—but there are ways to calm it. Join me as I share practical, life-changing strategies to help your teenager (and yourself!) manage stress. We’ll explore simple breathing techniques, grounding exercises, time management tips, and how to create a calming environment. Plus, we’ll discuss the power of self-care and learning to say “no.” Ready to find your calm? Tune in now and let’s take this journey together!
Your Happiness Coach, Shelly
Resources and References:
My favorite essential oil grounding blend - https://doterra.me/7ps6IN
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert - https://amzn.to/3BTCiB3
The Happiness Vibe Tribe Private Facebook Community - www.facebook.com/groups/thehappinessvibetribe
Breathing Technique Resources:
https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-relief-breathing-techniques
https://www.healthline.com/health/breathing-exercise#pursed-lip-breathing
Grounding Technique Resources:
https://www.calm.com/blog/grounding-techniques
https://www.calm.com/blog/5-4-3-2-1-a-simple-exercise-to-calm-the-mind
Get to Know Your Host:
Shelly Covert is the creator and host of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed how to create peace and calm so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through who own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at https://makehappinesshappen.com/
Connect with Shelly on social media:
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