modern mentorship: getting you across campus (and beyond) one pep talk at a time
Sometimes it’s hard to like the way you look. When we think or do negative things to our bodies, it can become a habit without us even knowing it. In today’s video, I’m giving step by step advice for creating happy body habits. You were given your body so that you could share your gifts, not get upset when it doesn’t look the way you want. Check out this video to learn how to make liking yourself a habit!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRsP2JR6Uig
Making decisions can be stressful. I know that I’ve dragged out what to do in a situation because deciding felt really hard. What I realized is that making decisions comes from having faith in yourself and today I’m giving my tips I use for making a decision even if it feels tough!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzZjNjHnwFM
Going to your parents for advice can sometimes be hard, but I know from experience that if you open up to them they can actually be a big help. Plus, they really want to hear from you! Today, I’m sharing helpful tips for talking to your parents or anyone you’re thinking of going to for advice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1BpC5OS8OM
Blessed (adj): sacred, worthy of adoration, reverence; put a hashtag on it and does the meaning still hold up? A quick search shows that we’re feeling #blessed for our hot bods, naps, and Thursday night television. Whether we use the hashtag ironically or to announce our thanks online, doing so can dilute gratitude. Feeling blessed is a personal experience. The moments you find yourself feeling thankful are entirely unique to you. They’re sacred reminders that you’re whole, complete, and lack nothing. Add a hashtag and it takes a deeply personal experience and makes it public and searchable. It’s incredibly important to acknowledge our blessings, but how do we do it in an online world? Check out this month’s Smart Girls Group article!
If you’ve been in any of my groups lately I’ve been talking about how I say sorry ALL the time. In true Modern Mentor fashion, I asked myself, “why?” and figured out that it comes from wanting to be liked! Today I’m sharing why we need stop with the sorry.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXuFHK9xA-4
Ever feel awkward when someone compliments you? Yup, a lot of us do! Here’s the deal: feeling worthy is the root of accepting all compliments. Click the video to learn how to feel great when someone says something nice about you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQio0G95taU
I’m obsessed with this recipe not only because it’s super delicious, but because it’s a single serving. Sometimes when I make cookies I end up eating more than I’d actually like. This is great because it’s quick and preeeetty healthy. #ModernMentor me in your photos if you try it out!
Recipe adapted from Delighted Momma
What you will need:
3 tbs of almond meal
2 tbs of coconut oil
1 egg
1/2 cup of organic pumpkin puree
1 tsp of pumpkin spice
1 tbs of honey
1 tsp of vanilla extract
A dash of salt
1/2 tsp of baking powder
Handful of dark chocolate chips
Mix everything well in a separate bowl. Pour into a microwave safe mug or baking dish.
Put in the microwave for 4 minutes or until a tooth pick comes out clean. I also added a scoop of pumpkin ice cream ENJOY!!!
Lately, I’ve gotten lots of questions about how to talk to the person you like and let me tell you, I sometimes get tripped up too. Click to hear what I remember when I’m texting with the person I dig!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcWLP1ZhJKA
Disagreeing with a friend can be totally awkward, but what’s more uncomfortable is changing your opinion because it’s what you think the other person wants to hear. Check out today’s video to learn what to do when you disagree with a friend!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tECyVgLR7sw
This video is special to me because I’ve been new at a lot of schools, but even if you’ve been at your school forever, navigating the lunchroom can be stressful! In this video, I share my tips for finding a place to sit at lunch!
http://youtu.be/y11vsMluOLg