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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 kindne ... Show More
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