We are at a deep cross roads as a species. I feel it everyday personally and professionally. 

That's why I felt so pulled to produce this week's episode. I can feel anxious and worried, just like so many parents, but I always come back to center. Why? Because I have the belief that our conscious awareness and true Self is who we really are, and the bumpy road of adolescence has a greater purpose within human life. This belief guides and supports my work every day, which is why I wanted to share it with you here.  

Inside this episode I'll share: 

> what I mean by "spiritual purpose", and why I have an aversion to religion (this is super vulnerable for me to talk about)

> the repeated pattern inside some spiritual teachings, wisdom traditions, and philosophies, and how you can apply this to parenting your adolescent right now

> & how knowing this pattern can help you feel grounded in the midst of any challenge you or your adolescent face

When I talk about elevating each and every adolescent, underneath that statement is the firm belief that each one of us matters just as we are, and it is our job as parents to help our kids feel valued simply because they exist. 

Keep uplifting yourself and your middle schooler.

~Ashley

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As always, if you like this episode, thank you for rating, reviewing, and subscribing to Spotify or Apple Podcasts, so other middle school parents like you can benefit. I'm sending you a huge virtual hug and high-five for an amazing start to this school year.

You're not alone, and you and your kid deserve all the good that life brings.

Listen in now!

p.s. Be sure to listen in because I've got an exciting announcement! If you're close to overwhelm, pulling out your hair, or daily anxiety around parenting your middle schooler, it's time for a much-needed confidence boost, my friends!

I've decided that each month I'll be hosting my successful free, LIVE Masterclass: Middle School Confidence for Parents.

And, the response so far has been amazing! 

Inside the class, you'll learn:

>How to Stop Feeling Anxious as a Middle School Parent

>The #1 Factor That Makes Success Inevitable

>& My 4-part Proven Method to Get Your Middle Schooler (& Yourself) Feeling More Joyful, Confident, and Successful (I've used this with every parent and every kid I've worked with!) This method is the key for you to confidently navigate struggles at home, school, and with peers.

And, the best part? It's free! All you have to do is register for an upcoming day / time that works for you at:

www.elevatedadolescence.com/masterclass2022