8 Reasons Why You Should Hire A Teen Life Coach
If your teen seems overwhelmed, unmotivated, or not like themselves lately, it’s hard not to worry about where this is heading. You may see the slipping grades, the late nights, the shutdown conversations—and feel unsure how to help without it turning into another argument. Many parents are quietly asking the same question: “Is this just […]
Teens: The Difference between Anxiety and Stress
Taking a closer look at Teen Anxiety versus Teen Stress Recently, Teen Mental Health speaker, Jeff Yalden visited Needles High School after a survey came back suggesting the students were dealing with a lot of anxiety. Being proactive and wanting to help the students, Mrs. Avila, principal of the year and assistant superintendent of Needles […]
5 Reasons Teens Die by Suicide – What Every Adult Needs to Know
Why do teens take their own lives? Learn the 5 most common reasons teens die by suicide—and what caring adults can do to intervene and help prevent these tragedies.
“Unlocking Youth’s Potential: The Four Agreements as a Practical Guide to Transform Their Lives”
It’s a self-help guide that provides straightforward principles for leading a more fulfilling and peaceful life. These four agreements serve as a practical roadmap, offering four simple rules for achieving greater happiness and tranquility.
“Enhancing Teaching Practices: Building Trust and Connection with Students”
Best classroom practices for teachers to engage with their students. 10 Most Common Mistakes Teachers Make
Teens and Self-Harm
What you need to know about teens and self-harm. A major concern today with school counselors asking a lot of questions as their middle school and high school students are coming to them asking for help.
High School Student Suicide 48 Hours Before My Visit
On December 14, 2022, I was invited to speak at South Newton High School in Indiana. 48 hours prior to my visit a high school junior had made that forever decision. He committed suicide. Just 48 hours prior to me visiting the school. It was a late Sunday night that he took his life. The […]
Parents and Teen Mental Health
Youth Mental Health and Teen Motivational Speaker Jeff Yalden shares a message for parents about teen mental health and social pressures teens face today.
3 Tips to Improve Teens Self-Esteem
Mental Health High School Motivational Speaker, Jeff Yalden talks self-esteem for teens.
The Speed of Hurt
Teens experience pain as fast as the flip of a switch – and the speed of hurt hits them as swiftly as turning on a light. Often, terrible situations can lead to teen suicide – but we need to be vigilant when observing changes – even small changes – in the behavior of the young […]