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In This Episode, We Chat About: Digital safety education for every parent needs to guide their kids. How social media is impacting your kids on mental health. Conflict resolution for bullying.   Resources + Links: Find resources on Katey’s website: https://www.kateymcpherson.com/   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   How can we protect kids in this digital age? In this episode, we chat with youth mental health advocate and digital safety consultant, Katey McPherson. Katey goes deep and shares game-changing insights on parenting so you can support and walk alongside your kids in the digital age. In this episode, we’re breaking down how social media is really impacting kids' mental health and practical tips for having tough tech talks at home. We also learned how most "bullying" situations are actually opportunities for conflict resolution. If you want to feel empowered on keeping your kiddos safe online and off, hit play on this one now.    01:45 Mentorship, emotional intelligence, and digital wellness.  04:00 What led you to focusing on digital wellness? 14:00 Why parents need to play an active role in their kids' lives and technology usage. 18:15 Apps to help you protect children in a digital age.  22:15 When should you get your child a phone? 30:00 Helicopter parenting and what issues we should actually focus on. 32:15 The power of teaching your kids has the power to change their lives. 35:30 Teaching skills for conflict resolution and bullying in schools.  39:00 Bullying, dignity, and social competence for teenagers.  41:30 Where can we gain more education and learn more?  

In This Episode, We Chat About: How a traumatic rock climbing accident transformed Whitney’s priorities to focus on love over logistics.   Resources + Links:   Follow Whitney @howshemoms   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/   Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   This episode with Whitney Archibald is full of inspiration and lessons on resilience. Whitney shares her story of overcoming a traumatic rock climbing accident through strength, compassion, and reframing her mindset. You'll be empowered to handle your own challenges with grace like Whitney. Plus, you'll gain insight on prioritizing relationships over material things from her experience. So tune in to be motivated to love harder and embrace what really matters in life - the people around you. 03:00 The rock climbing accident that changed everything. 07:15 What led you to start a podcast and how do you help parents? 16:00 Why is it so important to have healthy habits? 19:00 Learning from mistakes and moving forward after a rock climbing accident.  22:00 Resilience, strength, and miracles after a near-death experience.  26:30 How can we handle difficult situations with grace and resilience?  33:30 How do you prioritizing relationships when navigating healing physically and emotionally from a traumatic event?  

In This Episode, We Chat About: Online safety statistics and the dangers kids face. Importance of parental monitoring of social media. The power of teaching kids social emotional skills and critical thinking.   Resources + Links: Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/   Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Get ready for some tips for parenting in the digital age. Being aware of the dangers your kids are facing online is key to helping them navigate the world they are living in. We shared alarming statistics from Bark's annual report about the dangers kids face online like exposure to predators, self-harm, and disordered eating. We talked about the importance of monitoring apps like Snapchat, and teaching kids social emotional skills. We also shared some personal stories about struggles with body image and mental health growing up. If you want tips on how to protect your kids online and have important conversations with them, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.   03:30 How to teach your kids online safety and parenting in the digital age.  09:15 Specific apps you want to be aware of and the dangers of them. 16:15 Navigating how to monitor children's online activities.  26:00 Disordered eating and body image among teens.  32:00 How to teach your kids critical thinking including when it comes to digital safety.

We had the most eye-opening chat with Dr. Mark Anderson and we can’t wait to share it with you! Dr. A taught us so much about how brain scans are changing the way doctors understand and treat mental health issues. We learned all about how trauma can impact kids if not addressed properly. But don't worry - Dr. A also shared some simple things parents can do to support their little ones at home. After listening to our episode, you'll have a whole new perspective on brain health. Plus, we gave some sweet book recs to help with self-doubt too.   In This Episode, We Chat About: How brain scans validate mental health issues. Addressing childhood trauma to prevent lifelong impacts. Small parenting changes can hugely support kids   Resources + Links:   https://www.amenclinics.com/locations/phoenix-metro-area/    The Gap in the Gain - Dan Sullivan   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

In This Episode, We Chat About: Drop judgment, develop unconditional love and acceptance Forget "shoulds", discover what really works for your family Focus on connection over fixing, relationship over symptoms   Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes:   Parents, it’s time to drop judgment! Get ready for this vulnerable conversation with Len Arcuri, a father who turned an autism diagnosis upside down by doing the inner work to shift his mindset from one of judgment to unconditional love and acceptance. Len gets real about the ego traps parents can fall into and shares how dropping the playbook of “shoulds” allowed him to truly connect with his son. You'll learn from Len's journey the power in focusing on developing relationships over fixing problems. This episode is a must for any parent dealing with self-doubt or feeling like they're in their child's way. Len proves that with awareness and a commitment to growth, any hand you're dealt can become your greatest gift. Tune in for an episode guaranteed to leave you feeling motivated, empowered and ready to grow on your parenting journey.    03:45 The growing pains and power of self-awareness in parenting. 12:30 Navigating parenting after your child's autism diagnosis. 23:30 How did your perspective evolve around autism?  28:30 How can parents avoid transferring their own insecurities onto their children? 32:15 Personal growth and how it impacts parenting. 37:30 Empowering parents of children with autism through coaching and podcasting. 42:00 Why do parents need community?  

In this episode we dive into the tragic story unfolding in our community surrounding the death of Preston Lord and the so-called "Gilbert Goons" gang. The goal of this episode isn’t to spread fear, it’s to help you be informed and have the best communication possible with your teens. We discuss the important lessons parents can learn about having open but age-appropriate conversations with their kids during difficult times. We also explore how to discipline effectively while still nurturing relationships with your children.    09:15 Teenage bullying and violence in 2024.  12:30 How to navigate the media you choose to consume during challenging times. 18:00 Parenting and communication after a traumatic event.  22:15 The hard conversations and important lessons we need to instill in our kids to prepare them for life. Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship

In This Episode, We Chat About: How to stop letting social media warp your self-image. How to know if you’re actually wanting to change for the right reasons. What to do if you’re worried about your kids mental health.   Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/   Get A Copy of Dr. Ricky Brown’s Book: The Real Beauty Bible Connect with Ricky on TikTok: @TheRealTikTokDoc Connect with Ricky on Instagram: @DrRichardJBrown   Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: What is the impact of social media on the way people view their bodies? Dr. Ricky Brown ( The Real TikTok Doc ) shares his unique perspective as not only a social media influencer but also an active plastic surgeon on how his patients are being influenced. You’ll learn about self-love and why he incorporated a mental health specialist into his practice and why he won’t perform surgery on a patient unless they mutually feel they’re doing it for the right reasons. As a holistic wellness advocate, Dr. Brown gives tactical tools to have conversations with your kids. how to not let social media warp your self-image, and how to build lasting confidence!   02:50 - How Mary & Jill met Dr. Ricky Brown. 06:43 - Why Ricky takes a holistic approach and why plastic surgery should be your last resort. 09:48 - Handling people saying, “You only do it for the money.” 12:08 - How has TikTok impacted the way people view plastic surgery today? 16:10 - How do you handle conversations with your kids about digital literacy? 18:50 - Adapting to new expectations and the new world of social media. 21:16 - Why parents need to own their role as the parent and have hard conversations. 22:47 - What are the repercussions of having too much plastic surgery? 25:20 - How to start the conversation about the struggles your kids go through. 27:58 - Is your kid taking a lot of selfies a sign of problems? 29:24 - What we can learn from Kylee Jenner talking about her ears. 32:30 - Why you shouldn’t always correct your kids and learn. 33:17 - Should celebrities have to be honest about their cosmetic surgeries? 36:11 - What is the ethical role of a surgeon to make sure the patient is doing surgery for the right reasons? 38:00 - What Ricky would like to see changed in the plastic surgery industry. 40:36 - How do you handle a patient who may not be ready for surgery? 43:30 - How trauma from your youth can impact your behavior as an adult. 48:44 - How to verify that a surgeon is as qualified as they claim to be.  

In This Episode, We Chat About: 5 Tips For More Happiness The Power of Perspective Radical Acceptance   Resources + Links: Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: Mary and Jill unpack five transformative practices to shift your mindset and free yourself from negativity once and for all! We’re diving into 5 tips to help you become the happiest version of yourself. Learn their tried-and-true techniques for forgiving grudges, embracing optimism, and accepting what you can't control to finally feel peace in any situation!   04:15 - Solutions for kids who want cell phones. 07:00 - How comparison is sabotaging you. 08:57 - 5 steps for more happiness. 10:18 - What happens to you when you hold grudges. 14:18 - Why you should focus on being optimistic. 17:02 - What relationships do you need to improve? 18:24 - The power of changing your perspective. 19:57 - Radical acceptance, control what you can control. 24:15 - What we wish we knew when we were younger. 28:15 - Recap.  

In This Episode, We Chat About: What Audrey did when she took over Gold Arrow Camp in the 80s and the themes they have each summer to teach social-emotional skills like friendship, kindness, and resilience. Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: We got the pleasure of having a fun conversation, especially for us given that we are now in the business of summer camps, with a trailblazer in the industry! Audrey Monke, the owner of gold arrow camp is someone who is deeply committed to creating a kid focused experience with memories and lessons that will last them well beyond their time at camp. She shares how she took over the camp in the 80’s and what she’s implemented to focus on the kid’s experience at camp while helping give them the tools to live a happy and healthy life!   06:45 Creating a positive camp culture and developing kids into leadership. 13:00 Prioritizing kids' experience in summer camp while creating culture for staff. 17:30 How has running a summer camp changed over the years? 23:00 What goes into planning summer camp for the next year? 25:00 How to teach your kids gratitude, kindness, and grit. 31:15 Building legacy through a family business. 37:30 The impact of summer camp experiences on children's wellbeing and social skills.  43:15 Gamifying mundane tasks to make them fun for your kids and the importance of community.

In This Episode, We Chat About: Jealousy lessons, not blame and labels. Skills you can teach your kids to deal with jealousy during the holiday season and beyond.   Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/   Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: Jealousy can be really hard to deal with as an adult, let alone as a kid! In this episode, we get real about navigating jealousy during the holidays - you know how those feelings can bubble up especially when the gifts are being opened. It’s about shifting your mindset from seeing your kids as "ungrateful" to understanding the emotions underneath and giving them the tools to deal. It's about teaching life lessons (you know we love a good lesson), not just about the presents under the tree. We hope you'll tune in to get our tips for talking it through with empathy and setting your kids up for success. Happy holidays!   06:30 How jealousy impacts children especially during holiday season.  12:45 Tips to teach emotional literacy to your kids.   17:45 How to give your kids the tools to manage their emotions in a healthy and productive way.  

In This Episode, We Chat About: How to have open and honest conversations, especially about difficult topics. Empowering women to support each other vs being in competition. Resources + Links:   Follow Rayna https://www.instagram.com/therosegrows.trg/  https://therosegrows.com/   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: In this episode, we’re joined by a true Queen and Chief Empowerment Officer of The Rose Grows, Rayna Rose. Rayna shared about her journey growing up working in nonprofits, and how that led her to start her company, The Rose Grows, which focuses on helping kids build confidence and respect other cultures. Rayna discussed some challenges she faced with anti-semitism in college and how that shaped her work. Plus, we talk about the importance of having open conversations with kids, even about difficult topics, and supporting other women instead of seeing them as competition.   06:00 The importance of names and connections.  11:15 How to set an example of collaboration and support instead of competition. 15:00 How to combat the media's portrayal of women.  20:15 Overcoming anti-Semitism and building bridges.  25:00 How to have open communication with your teens.  31:00 The power of not shying away from tough conversations. 37:30 How have you healed and learned from the toxic relationships you witnessed growing up? 42:45 What has helped you build a relationship with your mom?  

In This Episode, We Chat About: Why it’s important to understand AI and how we can use it to empower our kids. What are the effects of the school system not changing and embracing new technologies?   Resources + Links: Connect with Jim Carter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/causehacker/?hl=en    Join Jim’s Newsletter to Learn More About AI: https://jimcarter.me/newsletter/   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/   Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes: Get ready to meet Jim Carter III, a true powerhouse in the tech realm. Jim's journey is a remarkable blend of success stories, from scaling 7-figure businesses to advising brands on how to ride the AI wave for unstoppable growth. A seasoned founder, Fortune 15 consultant, and AI strategist, Jim's expertise is all about simplifying the complexities of AI and empowering entrepreneurs to embrace it in their daily operations. In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of AI. Jim's here to spill the tea on why getting cozy with AI isn't just an option anymore – it's a necessity. We'll explore how falling behind in this digital age is no joke, and Jim's insights will show us ways in which we can empower our kids and stay ahead of the curve!   03:00 - What got Jim Carter III started learning about AI? 07:15 - Why everyone should be learning about AI so that they don’t get left behind. 11:30 - What are the impacts of schools not embracing new technology and how can we prepare our kids? 13:18 - Why do people resist change? 19:19 - How to use AI to streamline productivity? 21:40 - How Jim is using ChatGPT to create a plan for his wife to coach their daughter’s volleyball team. 28:10 - How AI can help us overcome comparison. 36:00 - What is the impact that AI will have on society?