The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast

<p>The <em>Confident Tween and Teen Podcast</em> is dedicated to helping tweens and teens grow their confidence, strengthen their self-esteem, and build the courage they need to thrive in middle school, high school, and beyond.</p><p>In every short and powerful episode, host Laura Orlando shares practical confidence-building tools, positive habits, and mindset shifts that tweens and teens can use right away. Each episode is 10 minutes or less — making it the perfect boost of encouragement in the car on the way to school, practice, or anytime they need extra motivation.</p><p>If you’re ready to equip your tween or teen with simple, actionable tools that help them believe in themselves, this podcast is for you. Let’s raise a generation of confident, courageous young people — one episode at a time.</p>

Why Confidence is the Best Goal You Can Set

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura New year goals can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like everyone else has it all figured out. In this episode, I talk about why confidence is a better goal than being perfect and how believing in yourself makes everything easier. You will learn simple ways to feel braver, trust yourself more, and start the new year feeling proud of who you are becoming. ...

12-29
09:02

What to Remember When You Scroll Social Media This Holiday

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura The holidays can be such a fun time, but they can also be really hard when you are scrolling social media. Perfect pictures, exciting trips, and highlight reel moments can make comparison sneak in. In this episode, I am talking about what I want you to remember every time you scroll, especially during the holiday season. What you see online is not the full story, and it should ...

12-15
10:07

The Confidence Project: Helping Girls Believe in Themselves

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode, I am talking about something every girl needs but does not always know how to build: real confidence. Not the loud kind. Not the fake it till you make it kind. The kind that grows from inside when a girl learns to trust herself, handle hard moments, and take small brave steps every day. I share what confidence actually looks like in real life, why it feels so h...

12-09
11:02

How Gratitude Makes You More Confident

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Did you know that something as simple as gratitude can literally make you more confident? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how noticing the good things in your life can change your mindset, boost your mood, and help you believe in yourself more. Gratitude isn’t just about saying “thank you.” It actually rewires your brain to focus on what’s going right, instead of what y...

11-25
10:44

How to Stop Overthinking and Enjoy the Moment

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Overthinking can make even the simplest moments feel stressful, but you don’t have to live inside your head all the time. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to catch yourself when your thoughts start spiraling, calm your mind, and actually enjoy the moment you’re in. Whether you replay conversations over and over, worry about what people think, or get stuck imagi...

11-18
10:11

Why You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Feeling pressure to have your whole life planned out? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why confidence doesn’t come from knowing everything, it grows from being curious, trying new things, and trusting yourself as you figure it out. n this episode, I’m talking about why it’s totally okay to still be learning who you are and how curiosity (not cert...

11-11
07:39

How to Bounce Back After a Bad Day

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Bad days happen to everyone, even the most confident people you know. In this episode, I'm sharing how to bounce back when things don’t go your way. You’ll learn how to stop letting one bad moment ruin your day and how to shift your mindset from frustration to growth. Because confidence isn’t about being perfect, it’s about trusting that you can handle whatever comes your...

11-04
07:09

How to Be Brave When Fear Shows Up

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we are talking about about one of the biggest feelings that holds us back — fear. You’ll learn how to recognize fear for what it is, understand why it shows up, and discover how to take small, brave steps even when you’re scared. Being brave doesn’t mean you’re never afraid — it means you do it anyway. From speaking up to...

10-28
08:40

How to Stay True to Yourself When Everyone Else Is Changing

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m talking about something I know so many of you are going through — how to stay true to yourself when everyone else around you seems to be changing. Maybe your friends are acting different, maybe what used to be “cool” isn’t anymore, or maybe you feel like the only one who still cares about being kind or working hard. I...

10-21
10:18

Body Positivity: Why Fueling Your Body Matters

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m talking about something really important — how body positivity isn’t just about loving how you look, it’s about taking care of your body and fueling it with what it needs to feel strong, happy, and confident. It’s so easy to compare your body to others or believe that confidence comes from how you look. But real body ...

10-14
11:43

The Confidence Boosting Power of Small Wins

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Confidence is not built in one big moment — it grows through small wins you collect every day. Speaking up in class, finishing your homework on time, or simply saying hi to someone new might not seem huge, but those little victories add up and create real confidence over time. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m sharing how to recognize your small wins,...

10-07
09:45

Your Morning Routine Makeover to Start Your Day on Top

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Is your morning routine making school harder than it needs to be? For so many tweens and teens, mornings feel rushed, stressful, and overwhelming. But here’s the secret: a calm and confident school day actually starts before the first bell rings. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I'm breaking down how to create a simple morning routine that helps yo...

09-30
11:28

Handling Friendship Changes with Confidence

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Friendship changes are a normal part of growing up, but that doesn’t mean they feel easy. As tweens and teens move through middle school and high school, friends can drift apart, new groups form, and best friends can start spending time with different people. These changes can feel confusing, lonely, and even hurtful if you don’t know how to handle them. In this episode of The ...

09-23
10:54

Building Confidence by Letting Go of Other People’s Opinions

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you ever replay moments in your head over and over, worrying about what other people thought of you? Maybe you said something in class and spent the rest of the day wondering if it sounded weird, or you walked past a group and felt sure they were talking about you. Overthinking can steal your confidence and make you second-guess yourself, but it does not have to control you....

09-15
11:57

Building Friendships and Confidence When You Feel Like the New Kid

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Being the new kid can feel overwhelming. Whether you are starting at a brand new school or simply feel like everyone else already has their friend group, making connections can be tough. It is normal to feel nervous, left out, or unsure of where to start. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I'm sharing encouraging and practical strategies to help tweens and...

09-09
10:30

Walk Into a New School Year Feeling Confident

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Walking into a new school year can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. New classes, new teachers, and new friends often bring nerves along with them. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, host Laura Orlando shares simple and practical ways to help tweens and teens start the year feeling calm, prepared, and confident. This ten minute pep talk is t...

09-02
08:48

Go Beyond your Comfort Zone

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Is your comfort zone holding you back from reaching your full potential? In this empowering episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're diving into the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone. We'll explore how facing your fears, trying new things, and embracing challenges can unlock hidden talents, boost confidence, and lead to amazing personal growth. Wel...

07-08
08:11

Your Own Kind of Beautiful - My daughter's 1st episode with me!

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Tired of feeling like you don't measure up to the "perfect" images you see online? In this empowering episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're celebrating the fact that everyone is their own kind of beautiful and my daughter Grace is joining me for the first time! I'm so excited to introduce you to my special guest, my daughter Grace. She is here to share her in...

06-24
07:36

Enough is a Myth

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you ever feel like you're not good enough, smart enough, or pretty enough? Like no matter how hard you try, it's never enough? You're not alone! In this eye-opening episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're diving into the toxic myth of "enough" and how it affects teens like you. This episode is your permission slip to ditch the "enough" myth and embrace your a...

06-17
06:10

Stop Avoiding Hard Things

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you find yourself procrastinating, getting distracted, or making excuses when faced with challenging tasks or decisions? In this episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're tackling the common issue of avoiding hard things head-on. Join my Summer Confidence Challenge: This challenge is a jump start to a decision you need to make for yourself. Let's finally start ...

06-10
09:04

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