Welcome to the Confident Teen Podcast!
It has been my deepest intention, over the past 4 years on my own journey, to provide value, and to help support other so...
Episode 112: The Magic Is You - with Kristi Simons & Gina Kunadian
In this episode, Kristi Simons shares her transformative journey from teacher to teen life coach.
As a guest on the Shine Within Podcast, Kristi discusses the power of emotional intelligence, self-love, and how motherhood and sobriety inspired her mission to help teens build confidence and resilience.
Topics Covered
Kristi’s journey to motherhood and embracing sobriety
Life challenges as catalysts for growth
The importance of emotional intelligence and energy management
Practical strategies for teens to boost confidence and self-esteem
Tips for parents to support their teens' emotional growth
Key Takeaways
Small steps toward self-awareness lead to lasting change
Teens thrive when connected to their emotions and intuition
Parents play a key role in helping teens feel seen and heard
Connect with Gina:
Links
Instagram
📩 Stay Connected:
If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Find me on Instagram @confidentteenteacher to share your reflections and ideas for future episodes.
TEEN INTENSIVE
Let your CONFIDENCE shine!
Kristi xo
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Episode 111: Progress Over Perfection - with Monica Packer
In this episode, Kristi chats with Monica Packer, host of the About Progress podcast. She shares her journey of moving from perfectionism in her teen years to a healthier, more community-focused approach to personal growth.
Monica introduces her annual "Do Something List," where the goal is not completion, but exploration. She reflects on the lessons she wishes she could have shared with her teen self: that self-worth is not tied to achievements or appearances. She encourages embracing progress, knowing that the journey itself holds more value than the finish line.
Key Takeaways:
The importance of self-worth beyond external outcomes.
Shifting from perfectionism to exploration in personal growth.
How the “Do Something List” fosters discovery and creativity.
Resources:
About Progress Podcast
Free DSL Training
📩 Stay Connected:
If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Find me on Instagram @confidentteenteacher to share your reflections and ideas for future episodes.
TEEN INTENSIVE
Let your CONFIDENCE shine!
Kristi xo
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Episode 110: Breaking the Worry Cycle - with Kristi Simons
In this episode, we explore the power of embracing the unknown and breaking free from the grip of worry. I share personal insights, simple tools, and actionable steps to help you shift your energy from anxiety to alignment, and create space for creativity, growth, and grounded action.
Key Topics
The magic of showing up even when you don’t know how everything will unfold.
Why creativity and breakthroughs bloom in uncertainty.
The connection between worry, energy, and reclaiming your power.
A step-by-step guide to breaking the worry cycle and shifting toward alignment.
4 Steps to Break the Worry Cycle
Reflect: Ask yourself, What is one compliment I can give myself right now?
Connect: Ask, What am I most proud of today?
Create: Dive into gratitude with, What makes me grateful to be me?
Ground: Anchor yourself by asking, What is one way I can commit to living a beautiful life today?
Mini Guided Practice
Pause, breathe deeply, and center yourself with the guided meditation shared in this episode. It’s a powerful reminder to stay present and embrace each moment, messy middle and all.
Takeaway Tools
Draw a stick figure representation of yourself and place these four steps in their corresponding energy centers:
Head: Reflect
Heart: Connect
Gut: Create
Feet: Ground
Use this visual and the four questions as a reminder to shift your energy whenever worry arises.
🔮 Looking Ahead: I am excited to host more live podcast recordings in 2025—some with special guests! Stay tuned for opportunities to connect and grow together.
💌 Gratitude: Thank you to everyone who joined the live session and to those listening later. Your presence and energy mean the world. Let’s create a beautiful life, one mindful moment at a time.
📩 Stay Connected:
If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Find me on Instagram @confidentteenteacher to share your reflections and ideas for future episodes.
BOOK YOUR TEEN AUDIT
Let your CONFIDENCE shine!
Kristi xo
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Episode 109: Own Your Worth, Find Your People - with Brittany Schmidt
In this episode, Kristi welcomes psychic medium and manifestation mindset coach Brittany Schmidt. Brittany shares her journey of blending science with spirituality and her passion for teaching intuition, Reiki, and mindset shifts.
Together, they explore the themes of self-worth, navigating relationships, and finding the right audience that appreciates your authentic self.
Conversation Highlights:
⭐What Would You Tell Your Teen Self?
⭐Teens and Connection
⭐Finding Your Worth – The Classic Car Story
⭐Authenticity and Social Media
Favorite Quotes from the Episode:
“When you’re not in the right audience, your value will be missed.”
“Be your own best friend. Don’t say anything to yourself that you wouldn’t say to someone you love.”
Connect with Brittany Schmidt:
Instagram
Website
If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Find me on Instagram @confidentteenteacher to share your reflections and ideas for future episodes.
BOOK YOUR TEEN AUDIT
JOIN: BREAK THE WORRY CYCLE (LIVE PODCAST AND Q&A
Let your CONFIDENCE shine!
Kristi xo
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Episode 108: Living a Soul-Led Life - with Scottie Durrett
This conversation is all about Soul Support for families and their teens.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Scottie, a certified life coach, intuitive, and soul mentor, who shares her journey of helping moms reconnect with themselves. Together, we dive deep into the power of intuition, connection to self, and navigating life’s challenges with grace.
Highlights:
Scottie’s inspiring mission to help moms show up authentically for their kids.
The importance of leaning into emotions and building self-trust.
Practical steps to strengthen your intuition, even in busy or uncertain times.
How creating a safe space and a supportive circle can help you grow.
Scottie’s advice to her teen self: focus on what you think about yourself.
Links & Resources:
Follow Scottie
Website
If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Find me on Instagram @confidentteenteacher to share your reflections and ideas for future episodes.
BOOK YOUR TEEN AUDIT
JOIN: BREAK THE WORRY CYCLE (LIVE PODCAST AND Q&A
Let your CONFIDENCE shine!
Kristi
Welcome to the Confident Teen Podcast!
It has been my deepest intention, over the past 4 years on my own journey, to provide value, and to help support other souls, especially teens.
I am a mama of two, a wife, a certified teacher, and a holistic health coach.
I believe in the power of sharing our stories and our lessons to help support others.
I also believe Confidence is deeply rooted within us all, we have just forgotten how to access it.
My hope is that you know, adult or teen, that you are worthy, you are capable, and your potential is limitless.
I am so grateful to have you here.