On this week’s episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, host Melissa Jones dives into the emotional world of heartbreak—and how parents can support their daughters through it. Whether it’s the pain of a friendship fallout or the sting of a first crush gone wrong, Melissa explores how to help girls navigate emotional setbacks with strength and resilience. This episode focuses on empowering parents with the tools to guide their daughters through heartbreak at every stage, fostering emotional growth, confidence, and healing along the way. Tune in to discover:

• The unique challenges girls face when dealing with emotional pain in friendships and romantic experiences.
• Four essential action steps parents can take to help their daughters process heartbreak and develop emotional resilience.
• The importance of teaching emotional literacy so girls can name, understand, and manage their feelings.
• How to create safe, comforting rituals that support healing and emotional connection.
• Why encouraging reconnection with supportive friends can restore self-esteem and a sense of belonging.

By focusing on normalizing heartbreak, teaching coping strategies, and fostering open communication, this episode equips parents with practical guidance for helping their daughters grow stronger through life’s emotional ups and downs.

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In this weeks heartfelt and inspiring episode of Raising Confident Girls, host Melissa Jones sits down with 14-year-old Ariana, a remarkable young leader who opens up about her personal journey navigating anxiety and learning disabilities. With honesty, strength, and wisdom beyond her years, Ariana shares how she’s transformed her challenges into powerful tools for growth.

Through her involvement in the Girls Positivity Club, Ariana discovered the power of community, creative expression, and supportive relationships. She dives into how writing, building Legos, and practicing daily affirmations have become essential coping tools. The conversation also explores the importance of open communication with parents, establishing calming routines, and reframing internal dialogue.

Ariana gets real about managing anger, navigating friendships, and embracing self-acceptance—and she offers practical strategies that will resonate with both young listeners and the adults who support them. Tune in to hear:

• How joining Girls Positivity Club has significantly boosted Ariana's confidence.
• Why support systems are crucial for personal growth.
• How empowering girls to be themselves fosters resilience.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or mentor, this episode offers invaluable insight into how we can empower the girls in our lives to rise with confidence and resilience.

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On this week’s episode of Raising Confident Girls, your host, Melissa Jones, welcomes Debora O’Hara, a Money Coach and Financial Speaker who helps women feel confident and in control of their finances—without stress, shame, or restriction. Through her business, How Debbie Saves, Debora supports female entrepreneurs in paying off debt, managing finances, and building profitable, purpose-driven businesses.

Melissa and Debora discuss the importance of talking openly about money—especially with girls. Debora shares her personal journey from financial struggle to empowerment, highlighting how family dynamics and unspoken money beliefs can shape our financial futures. They explore the impact of financial shame, the importance of breaking cycles of financial illiteracy, and why budgeting and confidence go hand-in-hand.

Together, they offer practical strategies for teaching kids about money—no matter your financial situation—and encourage parents to create a home where money conversations are ongoing, honest, and empowering. Tune in for a powerful episode that will help you raise girls who are financially confident and ready to advocate for themselves.

• Money conversations are crucial for building confidence in girls.
• Breaking the cycle of financial illiteracy is essential.
• Women often carry the burden of financial shame and secrecy.
• Conversations about money should be ongoing and engaging.

She’s also a mom of three—including a 20-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old daughter—and brings such a powerful perspective on the importance of raising financially confident girls. She shares how we, as parents, can shift the money conversation at home so our daughters grow up empowered to create freedom and choices in their lives.

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