Teen Social Skills & EQ

Hack Your Life Collection

De: Freeman Publishing

Narrado por: Catherine Hein Carter

Two bestselling guides in one powerful book—Teen Social Survival Skills and Teen Emotional Intelligence—designed to help your teen thrive in today’s complex world.

Is your teen struggling with anxiety, peer pressure, or low self-esteem? This practical, relatable 2-in-1 guide gives them the tools to:

• Build real confidence and social awareness
• Manage stress, anxiety, and emotional overload
• Communicate clearly and set healthy boundaries
• Create strong friendships and handle conflict
• Understand and regulate emotions with mindfulness and compassion

Perfect for ages 12–18, this book skips the lectures and delivers actionable strategies your teen can start using right away. Whether they’re navigating school stress or friendship drama, this guide helps them build the emotional strength and social skills to succeed—at home, at school, and in life.

Empower your teen with the life skills they need—and the confidence they deserve.

©2025 Teresa M Freeman (P)2025 Teresa M Freeman

Stress Has Signals

I learned that stress shows up in physical ways before I even realize it. Things like clenched fists or tight shoulders are early warnings. Paying attention helps me stop stress before it explodes. It’s like catching a problem at the start instead of at the end. That awareness alone helps me feel more in control.

Reframing Negative Thoughts

The book introduced simple techniques to challenge my negative thinking. I started questioning if my worries were facts or just feelings. That changed how I handled anxiety. My thoughts don’t control me as much anymore. Reframing really does shift everything.

Managing Fear of Rejection

I realized how much fear of rejection was holding me back. The book offered practical ways to face that fear and keep moving anyway. I started seeing “no” as redirection, not failure. It built quiet resilience over time. Rejection doesn’t define worth it refines confidence.

Accepting Change in Friend Groups

This part hit home for me. It talked about how friendships sometimes fade and that’s not failure. I used to take it personally, but now I see it as growth. People change, and that’s natural. Letting go can be peaceful instead of painful.

Creating Emotional Safety

This book explained how emotional safety builds stronger relationships. I learned to make people feel comfortable sharing without judgment. It completely changed how my friends talk to me. Conversations became more honest and meaningful. Safety grows trust.

Becoming a Better Friend

I found out friendship isn’t just about getting support it’s also about giving it. The book reminded me to check in more often and really listen. My friendships grew stronger after I made that effort. It’s amazing how much small gestures mean. Being a better friend made me feel better too.

Healthy Boundaries Matter

One thing that stood out was the importance of setting boundaries without guilt. Before, I thought saying no meant I was being rude. The book explained that boundaries are actually a form of self-respect. I tried it with a friend who always pressured me, and it worked. I felt stronger, not mean.

Gratitude Shifts Perspective

The gratitude practice section surprised me. I didn’t expect writing three good things daily to affect much. But it changed how I see my days less complaint, more calm. Gratitude makes ordinary moments brighter. It’s a quiet but powerful mindset shift.

Handling Awkward Silence

I used to fill every silence with random words because I thought quiet moments were bad. This book helped me realize silence isn’t awkward it’s space for thought. Now I stay calm during pauses and let others speak first. It actually makes conversations smoother. Silence can be confident too.

Learning from Difficult People

This part surprised me I can learn from people who frustrate me. The book explained how to observe, not absorb, their behavior. It helped me grow thicker skin and patience. Every challenge taught me something about myself. Even tough people can teach good lessons.