You've invested in your childs education, hobbies and interests to give them the best start in life, yet...🚩 30% of Children and young people stated bullying as a reason for their negative mental health 🚩28% said their friends 🚩 42% said feeling lonely Anxiety, loss and loneliness are all contributors of depression, self harm and suicide If your teen has been a target for bullying, experienced peer or friendship issues, you may have noticed: ⤵️ A drop in their school or higher education performance ⤵️ A decline in their self worth, confidence and relationship with others ⤵️ Unexplained health issues, loss of motivation and not engaging in things they use to enjoy ⤵️ Challenging home lifeWithout early intervention, long term effects include:⚠️ Trouble forming or maintaining healthy relationships ⚠️ Less likely to be employed, in a job they enjoy and on lower pay ⚠️ Mental illness and physical health issues Hi, I’m Gemma from Awkward Conversations helping teens move forwards after bullying, peer and friendship issues.Detrimental beliefs about ourselves can be created and perpetuated after experiencing bullying, peer or friendship issues whilst navigating the the t(w)een yearsThis combination of negative beliefs and stressful emotions, including; upset, anger, frustration, confusion and sadness to name a few, alter our perceptions and begin to form the story we tell ourselves about our own self, other people and the world around us.This can then lead to defensive, protective and unwanted behaviours that only create more of the same experiences that justify our beliefs to be ‘true’ in our eyes.Patterns of behaviour that can continue throughout the rest of our lives, affecting our relationships, health, mental health and career choices if left unchallenged.By using simple and effective techniques, I facilitate teens to:✅ Gain a new perspective from their experience✅ Release perceptions of stress and anxiety by letting go of the emotional charge✅ Guide them through a process to balance for new empowering beliefs towards their goals and desired outcomes ✅ Take new actions to change behaviours and patterns✅ Create a new self story All with the aim of helping teens to take back their power by believing in themselves so they can become more confident, determined and self-aware young people.Whilst also having healthier relationships with themselves and others. It’s all about having a happier and better-connected life!Message me today to find out how you can help your teen have the life they deserveGemma