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Growing up Melissa was no stranger to the self doubt that so many girls feel everyday! She felt invisible and lacking a safe space to confidently be herself. This feeling took her to hard places that she hopes no girl ever has to reach. However, this journey helped her find her purpose…teaching!
Through 23 years of teaching, Melissa took her experiences and her passion for girls and launched The Girls Positivity Club!
Once a small group of girls from her class, The Girls Positivity Club is now a global movement partnering with parents and their daughters to embrace who they are and learn how to stay positive amidst life's biggest challenges.
Join Melissa every Tuesday on 'Raising Confident Girls' (A Girls Positivity Club Podcast) to talk about self care, positivity, raising confident girls, and practical lessons to integrate into your everyday! The Girls Positivity Club is spreading empowerment across the globe and you’re not gonna want to miss your chance to get on board!
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Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores a moment every parent knows well—the simple, loaded response: “I’m fine.” What sounds like reassurance often carries much more beneath the surface, especially in conversations between parents and daughters. With compassion and insight, Melissa unpacks the many meanings behind “I’m fine” and why pushing past it too quickly can unintentionally shut communication down. She explains how timing, tone, and approach matter j...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones speaks to parents who feel stuck, unsure, or frustrated when conversations with their daughters don’t go as planned. Melissa reminds parents that connection—not perfection—is what truly matters. She reassures listeners that their children aren’t keeping score of every word or misstep, and that trust isn’t built through flawless communication, but through showing up, staying engaged, and repairing when t...
Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores a topic that sits at the heart of so many well-intentioned parenting moments: encouragement. While encouragement is meant to lift girls up, Melissa unpacks how it can sometimes land as pressure—creating anxiety, self-doubt, or a quiet fear of disappointing the people they love most. With warmth and clarity, Melissa helps parents recognize the subtle emotional signals girls send when encouragement feels overwhelming ra...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones offers a heartfelt message for parents who feel uncertain, worried, or discouraged about their daughter’s progress—especially when there’s no clear proof that things are “working.” Melissa speaks directly to the quiet doubts many parents carry and reminds them that progress isn’t always visible. She emphasizes the importance of trusting the process, even when growth feels slow or invisible, and reassure...
Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones unpacks a moment many parents recognize but often misunderstand—when a daughter goes quiet, holds back, or struggles to find her words. Melissa explains why this behavior is less about a lack of confidence and more about underlying insecurity, and how well-meaning encouragement can sometimes feel like pressure instead of support. Through a compassionate, practical lens, Melissa shares how parents can create space for their dau...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones offers a grounding reminder for parents who worry they’re not doing enough—especially when their daughters are struggling quietly. She explores how showing up with calm, steady presence can be more powerful than fixing, advising, or saying the “perfect” thing. Melissa speaks directly to the inner critic so many girls carry and reassures parents that this voice isn’t a reflection of failure. Instead, it’...
Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones dives into a challenge many girls face—but don’t always talk about out loud: self-criticism. She explores how negative self-talk can quietly shape a girl’s confidence and emotional world, and why it so often comes from pressure rather than truth. Melissa offers 5 practical, compassionate phrases parents can use to help their daughters soften their inner critic and build resilience through kinder self-talk. She reminds parents ...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode, Melissa Jones offers a calming, permission-giving message for parents stepping into a new year. When January arrives, it’s easy to feel pressure to reset everything at once—routines, goals, attitudes—but this pep talk is a reminder that growth doesn’t have to be rushed to be meaningful. Melissa encourages parents to approach the new year with gentleness instead of urgency. Reassuring listeners that it’s okay to start slow, to not have all the ...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones talks about why the start of a new year is a powerful moment to nurture confidence in girls—without adding pressure or pushing resolutions. She reminds parents that they’re already doing more than they realize and that confidence grows through small, meaningful moments of connection. Melissa introduces three simple, practical skills designed to strengthen self-belief and emotional regulation in girls: the daily spark, the...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode, Melissa Jones offers a reassuring, pressure-releasing message for parents navigating the emotional highs and lows of the holiday season. When expectations are high and routines are off, it’s easy to feel like things should look a certain way—this pep talk is a reminder that real life (and real families) are beautifully imperfect. Melissa speaks candidly about why holiday moments don’t always go as planned and why that doesn’t mean you’re doing...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores how confidence in girls is built not through big talks—but through tiny, consistent moments of connection. She shares why these small habits matter so much, especially during seasons of change like school breaks, and how even brief interactions can leave a lasting impact. Melissa walks you through four simple, practical connection habits that work for girls of any age. Through personal stories and real-life examp...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones offers a gentle, grounding message for anyone who is feeling stretched thin—especially in the busy, pressure-filled month of December. If you’re juggling responsibilities, carrying invisible emotional loads, and wondering if you’re doing enough, this pep talk is for you. Melissa speaks with compassion to the quiet overwhelm so many of us experience, acknowledging the countless ways we show up for our fa...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones dives into the tender and often confusing experience of friendship closeness and distance—especially during emotionally charged seasons like the holidays. She helps parents understand why these shifts feel so personal for girls and how to support them without amplifying the hurt. In this episode, we discuss: Why friendship dynamics often shift during busy or emotional seasons. How to help girls avoid taking friendshi...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones speaks directly to the heart of a struggle so many parents face: What do I do when my daughter is overwhelmed—and I feel just as unsure as she does? Melissa offers a compassionate reminder that our daughters don’t need perfectly crafted solutions. What they need most is us—steady, calm, and fully present. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why your daughter’s moments of self-doubt and uncertainty aren’t a re...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores the complicated, often messy world of girl friendships—why they can feel confusing, and how parents can support their daughters through those challenging moments. She shares five grounding phrases that help girls stay confident, steady, and connected to their sense of self when friendships get tough. In this episode, we discuss: Why messy friendships are common and emotionally draining.How girls’ interpretations ...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones dives into something so many parents quietly worry about: How do I really support my daughter when I’m not even sure what she’s feeling? Melissa reminds us that being a steady, safe presence matters far more than having the perfect words or a flawless plan. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why you don’t need to know exactly what’s going on to still show up as a safe, grounded parentHow a quiet daughter isn...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores the subtle emotional shifts girls often experience—those quiet moments when something feels “off,” but words are hard to find. Melissa shares five simple, heartfelt phrases that help parents connect without pressure and show steady, unconditional support. In this episode, we discuss: The small but meaningful emotional changes girls experience—and why they often go unnoticed.Why supportive, low-pressure communicat...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday! In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones talks about something every parent needs to hear: emotional connection matters so much more than perfection. When our daughters feel overwhelmed, they’re not looking for the perfect response—they just need us to be warm, steady, and there. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why staying calm and connected matters more than saying all the “right” thingsHow your simple, steady presence can help your daughter mo...
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this milestone 100th episode, your host Melissa Jones dives into an emotional challenge so many young girls experience but often struggle to articulate—feeling overwhelmed. Drawing from her work in Girls Positivity Club and the countless conversations she’s had with girls and their families, Melissa shares five powerful phrases parents can use to help their daughters feel seen, supported, and steady when their world feels too big. In this episode, w...
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones offers heartfelt guidance for parents who feel unsure about how to support their daughters when life gets heavy or overwhelming. She reminds us that our presence—not perfect words, not flawless advice—is what truly strengthens and steadies our girls. Tune in to discover: Why being calm, steady, and simply there has a deeper impact than having the “right” answersGentle grounding phrases you can lean on w...
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