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Jun 2025
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228 | How Can You Stay Soft When the Wor...

Heather Pettey - Author | Speaker | Coach for Midlife Women
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In episode 228 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey addresses a letter from Lisa, a mother of three navigating the stormy seas of raising a teenage daughter.   Heather provides compassionate and practical advice on how to stay soft and loving despite the challenges posed by teenage mood swings and conflicts. She emphasizes the importance of kindness, empathy, setting boundaries with love, and practicing self-care.   Heather also shares an inspiring quote and draws parallels to the compassionate legacy of Princess Diana.   Listeners are encouraged to join the show's supportive community and stay tuned for upcoming episodes.  

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Email: hpetteyoffice@gmail.com

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Linkedin: @HeatherPettey

Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Facebook Group: @midlifemoxie Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com

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*Quick Disclaimer- Heather Pettey is a certified coach and not a therapist. Always seek the support of a therapist for clinical mental health issues.

 

              00:00 Welcome to Life Coach BFF Show 00:03 Letter from Lisa: Teen Troubles 02:02 Staying Soft: A Mother's Challenge 04:07 Practical Tips for Staying Soft 05:35 Inspirational Quotes and Examples 06:51 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 07:53 Community and Closing Remarks
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