In this episode, Jennifer Kwapis discusses the challenges of raising confident girls in today's society. She emphasizes the importance of equipping daughters with tools to navigate puberty, peer pressure, and social media. The conversation covers practical strategies for building confidence, the role of friendships, and the impact of parental behavior on children's self-esteem. Jennifer also addresses concerns about dress codes in schools and concludes with a reminder that parents are doing great in their efforts to raise resilient children.keywords: confidence, parenting, girls, self-esteem, social media, puberty, friendships, autonomy, self-talk, dress codetakeaways

• Raising confident girls requires intentionality and support.
• Confidence can be chipped away by societal pressures.
• Praise the process of learning, not just the outcomes.
• Encourage autonomy in decision-making for children.
• Friendships play a crucial role in building confidence.
• Teach children to recognize and challenge negative self-talk.
• Model self-compassion and resilience as a parent.
• Provide practical tools for children to build confidence.
• Address dress code issues with an open dialogue.
• You don't have to be perfect to raise confident kids.

Chapters

00:00Raising Confident Girls

06:45Navigating Challenges of Growing Up

13:02Building Confidence Through Autonomy

20:06The Importance of Healthy Friendships

27:08Undermining Confidence: Common Pitfalls

29:37Teaching Self-Compassion and Resilience

34:43Addressing Dress Code Concerns

36:12Conclusion: You Are Doing It Right