201 Confidence Series: Success for Teens & Young Adults w/ Andrew Harrison

I wish every parent plus children that are middle school or older would listen to this episode. It will nourish your soul first and then will give you practical action steps based on sound life principles. It will wrap up by challenging your spirit. There's lots of wisdom steps here, whether you need spiritual grounding, interview skills, time management help, or to be winning at life, this episode will not disappoint. Confidence is essential for all of us on the road to life success. Perhaps confidence comes from an unexpected place! Join me, Val Harrison, The Practically Speaking MOM, and one of my grown sons, Andrew, as we talk about many aspects of success and the purpose of our striving. We touch on *How to grow in wisdom*Time Management Skills*Interview Skills*Networking Skills*Study Skills*Teacher and professor interaction skills*College scholarship or admissions interview skills*How to develop lasting confidenceBrace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Andrew Harrison and Val Harrison. Together, we uncover essential communication skills that can help teens and young adults (and really everyone) forge stronger relationships and interact effectively even in stressful settings. Andrew shares his wisdom on setting healthy boundaries daily and weekly, revealing how communing with God positively impacts all life facets. He also opens up about securing his internship, offering invaluable advice on study and interview techniques.In the second part of our dialogue, we enlighten you on preparing for interviews, placing a spotlight on understanding the values of the college or company you're keen on. Discover the benefits of researching your interviewer, their background, and leadership style. We close with a powerful exploration of recognizing your identity in Christ.  While success in life is important, we remind you that cultivating a relationship with God and serving His purpose holds the ultimate fulfillment. Dive into this enlightening discussion and find out how to instill confidence in your kids/teens to help them grow toward success habits.Want more from the Confident Kids & Teens series? Listen to episode 175 featuring Abby Harrison.Support the showVisit Val's website: PracticallySpeakingMOM.comJoin Val's Facebook Group Intentional Mom, Strong FamilyFollow Val on Instagram and her Facebook Public Page Practically Speaking MOM To give a set amount each month click here. A few dollars a month would help so much!Here's some other ways to give:Cash App: $valPSMPaypal: val@PracticallySpeakingMOM.comDonate with a credit card HEREAll donations will be used for the ministry. Gifts are not tax deductible. THANK YOU for partnering in this ministry to strengthen families and encourage intentional moms."May the Words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, oh Lord, my Roc...

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Do you long to be a more intentional mom but you feel overwhelmed or weary or just don't have a clear path to the next step toward a successful family life? The Practically Speaking MOM, Val Harrison, is here to bring some order to the chaos and some focus to the confusion. You don’t have to be the perfect mom to have a strong family, you need a plan! Join author, speaker, mother of seven, and grandma of two, as she shares wisdom and encouragement about the six areas of an intentional mom's life. You'll learn from her years of experience, successes, mistakes and redemption. Val and her husband Rich, married 28 years, have three married children, two more in college, and two in her homeschool. This podcast covers all stages of parenting, from babies to toddlers to teens and beyond. Val wants to encourage you to not become weary in your work as an intentional mom, "Even with all its unique personalities, imperfections and scars; your family is God's masterpiece. Your efforts matter in this worthy journey of motherhood." Galations 6:9 says, "Do not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time you'll reap a harvest if you do not give up." Let's walk this marathon journey of motherhood TOGETHER, right here, every Monday on the Practically Speaking MOM podcast, the place for an intentional mom to build a strong family.