• Tanya Hart's journey is a testament to resilience and empowerment.
• Adversity can fuel a leadership style rooted in empathy.
• Self-reflection and accountability are key to personal growth.
• Creating opportunities for others is a core value in Tanya's leadership.
• The Four Agreements provide a framework for effective communication and leadership.
• Comparison can hinder personal growth and joy.
• Building a supportive community is essential in competitive industries.
• Tanya's salon culture emphasizes collaboration over competition.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in developing future leaders.
• Teen struggles are often temporary and can lead to greater opportunities.

In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Lorraine Connell speaks with Jenny O’Dell—life coach, Bowen work practitioner, and mother—about her path from a challenging childhood to a life centered on healing, connection, and intentional parenting. Jenny shares how moving frequently as a child and struggling with belonging shaped her values and her deep commitment to building community.

The episode explores how Jenny’s experiences as a teenager influenced her approach to parenting and how her own journey of healing involved therapy, nervous system regulation through Bowen work, and deep self-discovery through the Enneagram and values-based coaching. She and Lorraine discuss the challenges of adolescence, the expectations placed on teens, and how healing generational wounds can transform the way we support the next generation.

🎧 This episode is also available in video format on YouTube.

• Jenny’s childhood of instability led to deep independence and a desire for belonging.

• Parenting is a cycle-breaking opportunity that requires self-work first.

• Bowen work therapy helps regulate the nervous system and provides a sense of safety.

• Teen friendships are foundational, and future planning often strains these relationships.

• Internal family systems and Enneagram-based coaching helped Jenny understand her inner world.

• Vulnerability, self-awareness, and asking for support are vital to adult growth.

• Transitioning from high school to adulthood is emotional and full of identity shifts.

• Coaching and therapy both have value—sometimes we need both at different times.

• Email: @jenny.odell.coach

• LinkedIn: Jenny O'Dell

Jenny is currently exploring the idea of launching her own podcast to share the power of Bowen work with a wider audience—stay tuned!

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In this first enlightening episode of the Teens to Titans season three podcast, Lorraine Connell, a teen leadership coach, sits down with Dr. Brittney Ezell, CEO of Keller Williams Realty in Northeast Tennessee, to discuss the vital role of parental involvement in fostering teen leadership. Together, they delve into the importance of allowing teens to make mistakes, the significance of failure in building courage and confidence, and the crucial role of mentorship.

Episode Highlights:

1. Introduction to Dr. Brittney Ezell:

   • Britteny shares her background, including her family and professional roles, emphasizing her position as the CEO team leader of Keller Williams Realty.

2. Brittney's Leadership Journey and Approach:

   • Brittney attributes her leadership journey to her parents' influence and early experiences in athletics.
   • The importance of hard work, resilience, and embracing failure as a part of success.
   • Focusing on the process rather than the outcome and cultivating a growth mindset.
   • The role of challenging her team to compete at a higher level, fostering a positive team culture and sense of community.

3. Fostering Belonging and Self-Confidence for Success:

   • The importance of a sense of belonging and self-confidence in personal success.
   • Brittney's belief that belonging is a choice and that individuals have the power to cultivate it.
   • The role of a coach is as a guide, allowing individuals to take the lead.
   • Insights from Brittney's speaking engagement at the Maine Women's Conference.

4. Focusing on Personal Performance and Teamwork:

   • The importance of focusing on personal performance and preparation in competition rather than solely on winning or losing.
   • The idea that there is enough success to go around and one's self-worth shouldn't be tied to the outcome of a competition.
   • The role of a coach in assessing the progress and efforts of a team.
   • Using the metaphor of hiking to illustrate the benefits of shared experiences in leadership.

5. Brittney's Strength and Resilience:

   • The origins of Brittney's mental and physical strength, particularly her intestinal fortitude.
   • A story from her sixth-grade basketball game, where she was challenged by her coach's criticism, instilling a determination to improve.
   • The importance of practice and repetition in developing skills and abilities.
   • The significance of feedback and the ability to choose one's response to it.

6. Advice for Parents and Young Adults:

   • Brittney shares advice emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, grace, and a growth mindset.
   • The role of parents in creating a supportive environment for their children's development without being overbearing.

Tune in to this episode for valuable insights on teen leadership, the impact of parental involvement, and the power of resilience and self-confidence.

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• Rejection can lead to unexpected blessings.
• Grief can be suppressed but needs to be processed.
• Nurturing relationships are crucial for emotional health.
• Teenage years can amplify feelings of isolation.
• Hypnotherapy can provide a unique path to healing.
• Personal development is a continuous journey.
• Childhood experiences shape adult decisions.
• Leadership roles can emerge from personal challenges.
• Self-discovery often requires confronting past traumas.
• Transformation is possible through the right modalities. Hypnotherapy can effectively neutralize emotional charges.
• There are various modalities for processing emotions; find what works for you.
• Combining therapy with writing can enhance emotional expression.
• Identity shifts can be challenging but are part of personal evolution.
• Experiences of loss can lead to significant personal growth.
• Having tools for healing can change how we respond to setbacks.
• Social media often presents a distorted perception of reality.
• It's essential to allow oneself to feel emotions fully.
• Forgiveness is a gift we give to ourselves, not others.
• Teenagers should know that everything will be okay, even in tough times.

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What happens when we call teens “leaders”—especially those previously labeled as “troublemakers”? In this thought-provoking video, Lorraine Connell, founder of Peers Not Fears, explores how traditional leadership programs can unintentionally alienate the very teens they aim to empower.​

These teens have learned to expect rejection. When invited into leadership roles, their instinct may be to test boundaries—not out of defiance, but as a means to see if this new label truly fits. Lorraine challenges us to reconsider our reactions and to create spaces where pushing boundaries is met with understanding, not resistance.​

Key Takeaways:

• Redefining leadership as a responsibility, not a reward

• Understanding resistance as a form of trust-testing

• Creating environments that support growth through discomfort

• Emphasizing the role of adults in modeling flexibility and reflection​

Leadership development is a two-way street. By shifting our perspectives and responses, we can foster genuine growth and transformation in our teens—and in ourselves.​

Connect with Peers Not Fears:

• Website: www.peers-not-fears.com

• Instagram: @peersnotfears

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Join the conversation and discover how to support the next generation of leaders with empathy and resilience.

Episode Summary: In this powerful and practical conversation, Lorraine Connell sits down with Noel Foy, a neuroeducator, executive function and anxiety coach, and author of A.B.C. Worry Free, to unpack the complicated relationship between anxiety, mindset, and learning. Noel opens up about her own journey with perfectionism and social anxiety and how those formative experiences shaped her work today with anxious students and overwhelmed parents.

Together, Lorraine and Noel explore how language shapes our mental health, why teens and adults alike often fear failure, and how reframing our thinking can empower better decision-making. They highlight actionable strategies to manage stress, build executive function skills, and use neuroplasticity to shift from a defensive to an empowered mindset.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student, this episode is filled with insight and tools to navigate anxiety with compassion and clarity.

🎧 In this episode, we explore:

• Noel’s personal journey with anxiety, avoidance, and perfectionism

• How negative language impacts decision-making and self-perception

• The role of mindset and Carol Dweck’s research in education and coaching

• Tools like “cheat sheets,” mindfulness, and breathwork for anxious moments

• How neuroplasticity allows us to rewire habits and build coping skills

• Real-world applications of executive function strategies for families, educators, and kids

📘 Learn more about Noel’s work and her book A.B.C. Worry Free

🔗 Connect with Noel: Website: Neuro Noel Instagram: @neuronoel LinkedIn: Noel Foy

🌟 Connect with Lorraine & Peers Not Fears: Website: https://peersnotfears.com Instagram: @peersnotfears LinkedIn: Lorraine Connell Book: A Teacher’s Story – Get your copy

🧠 Key Quote from Noel: “Anxiety isn’t the enemy—it’s a signal. When we understand it, we can work with it instead of against it.”

In today's fast-paced world, leadership isn't just for adults—it's a skill that begins in adolescence. Join Lorraine Connell, founder of Peers Not Fears, as she delves into the transformative power of teen leadership coaching. Discover how tailored coaching helps teens build confidence, enhance communication, and develop the resilience needed to lead in schools, communities, and future careers.​

What You'll Learn in This Video:

• The importance of identifying unique leadership strengths in teens

• Strategies to build practical confidence through real-life scenarios

• The value of collaborative leadership and teamwork

• How real-world opportunities solidify leadership skills

• The long-term benefits of leadership coaching for adolescent development​

Leadership coaching empowers teens to navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and inspire others. By investing in their development now, we set the foundation for a generation of empathetic and effective leaders.​

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• Website: www.peers-not-fears.com

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