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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 back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones talks about what to do when your daughter takes something personally that seems small to you. Whether it’s a friend walking past her, a teacher correcting her, or a comment she can’t stop thinking about, Melissa shares why you don’t have to understand why something hurt before you can acknowledge that it did. Tune in to discover: Why acknowledging her feelings doesn’t mean agreeing with her interpretation What to say instead of “It’s not that big of a deal” How listening first can help you understand what she actually needs Why resilience isn’t about never being bothered—it’s about learning what to do with those feelings How to give your daughter space to process, gain perspective, and decide when to let something go This episode is a reminder that sometimes your daughter doesn’t need you to make the moment smaller. She may simply need you to see that it mattered to her and give her room to figure out what comes next. Melissa also shares a personal update from Be You Brand Live and her chapter in Be You Brand, Volume 3 , “The Moment Someone Sees You: How Belonging Changes Everything.” Proceeds from the book help support scholarships for girls through Girls Positivity Club. KINDLE: Read Be You Brand, Volume 3 on Kindle PAPERBACK: Get Be You Brand, Volume 3 in paperback Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what it really means for your daughter to feel seen. Drawing on her own childhood experiences and nearly three decades of working with girls, Melissa shares why noticing your daughter doesn't mean assuming you know what's happening inside her. Instead, she encourages parents to pay attention, make space for their daughters to define their own experiences, and notice the strengths and qualities they may not yet see in themselves. In this episode, we explore: • Why noticing a change in your daughter's behavior isn't the same as knowing what it means • How parents can notice when something feels different without immediately assuming something is wrong • Why sitting alone, being quiet, or having a difficult moment doesn't always mean your daughter is struggling • How to listen to your daughter's experience before jumping in to solve or fix it • Why not every hard feeling needs to be taken away—and how simply being there can help • The importance of noticing what's going right, including your daughter's courage, creativity, kindness, and the moments when she feels most like herself • How specific observations can give your daughter evidence about who she is and help her recognize strengths she may not see yet • What belonging really means—and why it's less about being included everywhere and more about having people and places where she can be herself Join Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about paying attention without overanalyzing, supporting your daughter without taking over, and giving her the powerful experience of being known for who she already is. Because sometimes the greatest gift we can give our daughters isn't telling them who they're supposed to become, but helping them learn to see the person they already are. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what to do when your daughter's closest friendship starts to feel different. Drawing on nearly three decades of working with girls, Melissa explains why a changing friendship doesn't always mean someone did something wrong or that the friendship is ending. She shares practical ways parents can listen, understand what their daughter is experiencing, and help her recognize when a friendship is still mutual—and when she may be working too hard to hold it together. In this episode, we explore: • Why parents shouldn't decide what a friendship change means before understanding what their daughter is experiencing • How different expectations about closeness can create hurt feelings between friends • Why helping your daughter name what she misses can clarify what's really bothering her • How to recognize the difference between a changing friendship and a pattern of behavior that repeatedly hurts your daughter • The difference between reaching toward a friend and chasing someone to choose you • How to help your daughter notice whether a friendship is giving something back to her • Why your daughter can care about a changing friendship while staying open to new and growing relationships • How parents can support their daughters without trying to fix the friendship or choose a replacement friend Join Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about helping your daughter navigate friendship changes with empathy, honesty, and self-respect—and learning that she can care deeply about someone without abandoning herself in the process. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones talks about one tiny word that can leave moms wondering what’s really going on: “Fine.” When your daughter gives you a short answer about her day, it can be tempting to ask more questions, fill in the gaps, or worry that something is wrong. Melissa offers a gentle reminder that sometimes fine really does mean fine—and that connection isn’t built by getting your daughter to tell you everything. Tune in to discover: Why “fine” doesn’t always mean your daughter is hiding something How asking smaller, more specific questions can create easier openings for conversation Why sharing something from your own day can invite connection without turning it into a strategy The importance of giving your daughter space when she isn’t ready to talk Why you shouldn’t measure your relationship by one quiet car ride or one short conversation How ordinary, everyday moments can build trust and connection over time This episode is a reminder that you don’t need the perfect question or a daughter who tells you everything. Keep showing interest, keep listening when she opens the door, and let her know that when she has something to share, you’re there. Sometimes connection sounds like a long conversation—and sometimes it sounds like, “How was your day?” “Fine.” And that can be perfectly fine. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores one of the most important things every girl needs: a sense of belonging. Belonging isn't simply about having friends or being part of a group. Melissa shares what nearly three decades of working with girls has taught her about the people and places where girls feel comfortable being themselves, know they matter, and have room to grow. She also reminds parents that belonging can look different for every girl and can change as she grows. In this episode, we explore: • Why every girl needs belonging, whether she's struggling socially or thriving • The difference between having friends and truly feeling like you belong • Why belonging often takes time and may grow through small moments of connection • How the people, activities, and communities where girls feel they belong can change as they grow • The small signs parents can notice when a girl has found a place where she feels known, valued, and comfortable being herself • How parents can stay curious and listen instead of trying to create or control belonging for their daughters • Why healthy belonging can eventually inspire girls to help other girls feel included too Join Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about recognizing what belonging really looks like for your daughter and learning to notice the small moments that show her, "There is a place for me here." Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls . In this episode, Melissa Jones reflects on a question so many moms quietly carry: Am I doing enough? After a meaningful conversation with her own mom, Melissa shares a perspective that may lift the weight many mothers have been carrying. She reminds us that the moments shaping our daughters most aren't usually the big, memorable ones—they're the ordinary, everyday moments of showing up with love, consistency, and grace. Tune in to discover: Why many moms may be measuring the wrong things The lasting impact of everyday moments that often feel invisible How knowing they're deeply loved helps girls become resilient young women Why showing up, listening, and trying again matters more than getting everything right The encouragement every mom needs when she wonders if she's enough This episode is a gentle reminder that your daughter is unlikely to remember every detail of her childhood—but she will remember what it felt like to be loved, supported, and to know someone was always in her corner. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores one simple question many girls ask: "Can you ask for me?" Whether it's ordering food, asking to join a group, or speaking up in a new situation, our instinct as parents is often to step in and help. But Melissa shares why these everyday moments can become powerful opportunities to build courage, confidence, and self-advocacy. In this episode, we explore: • The difference between solving the problem and supporting your daughter through it • Why courage comes before confidence • Simple ways to help your daughter use her own voice while knowing you're beside her • Why celebrating bravery matters just as much as celebrating success • One question to ask before stepping in: Does she need my voice or my support? Join Melissa for an encouraging conversation about helping your daughter discover she can do hard things—one brave step at a time. Download the Quick Tips PDF from today's episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them. Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to another episode of Raising Confident Girls . In this episode, Melissa Jones shares a heartfelt story from the final day of camp, when a room full of imperfect Ferris wheels became a powerful reminder that our daughters are learning far more than the projects they're creating. Melissa explores how the everyday words we speak become the inner voice our girls will carry with them for years to come—and why noticing their effort matters far more than celebrating perfect outcomes. Tune in to discover: Why your daughter's inner voice is shaped through hundreds of everyday moments How praising perseverance, courage, and resilience helps build lasting confidence Why focusing on effort instead of perfection changes the way girls see themselves The simple question every parent can ask to help raise a confident, resilient daughter This episode is a gentle reminder that while our daughters may not remember every conversation, they will remember how we made them feel. The words we repeat today can become the voice they rely on when life gets hard—and that may be one of the greatest gifts we ever give them. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls . In this episode, Melissa Jones explores a question many parents quietly carry: Is she going to be okay? Through the story of a young girl returning to camp without her best friend, Melissa reminds us that confidence isn't about never feeling afraid—it's about taking the next step because someone you trust believes in you. Tune in to discover: Why confidence isn't the absence of fear How reassurance helps girls build lasting courage The important role parents play in helping daughters navigate challenges Why the courage your daughter borrows from you today becomes the confidence she carries tomorrow This episode is a reminder that your daughter doesn't need you to have all the answers—she needs to know you're with her, you believe in her, and she doesn't have to face hard things alone. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls . In this episode, Melissa Jones explores one of the most bittersweet parts of parenting—watching your daughter become more independent. From walking into camp without looking back to confidently handling things on her own, these milestone moments fill us with both pride and unexpected sadness. Melissa shares why these emotions often exist side by side and offers a powerful reminder that your daughter's growing independence isn't a sign she's growing away from you—it's evidence of everything you've poured into her over the years. Tune in to discover: Why it's normal to feel both proud and emotional as your daughter becomes more independent The difference between your daughter needing you differently and needing you less How your relationship evolves through each new season of motherhood and parenthood Why the everyday conversations, encouragement, and ordinary moments have been building her confidence all along This episode is a gentle reminder that you're not losing your daughter—you're growing into a new relationship with her. Every step she takes toward confidence is a reflection of the love, support, and belief you've given her from the very beginning. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what your daughter might really be communicating when she says, “I’m bored.” While it can be tempting to immediately suggest an activity or solve the problem, Melissa explains that boredom is often about much more than having nothing to do. Sometimes it’s a request for connection. Other times it reflects difficulty getting started, adjusting after an exciting experience, or even emotions a child doesn’t yet have the words to express. In this episode, we explore: • Why “I’m bored” is often communicating a deeper need • How connection boredom can be an invitation to spend time together • Why some girls need help getting started after finishing an activity • How transitions from exciting events back to everyday life can trigger feelings of boredom • Why boredom can sometimes be a stand-in for emotions like disappointment, loneliness, or feeling unsettled • Simple conversation starters that help parents respond with curiosity instead of immediately fixing the problem • How slowing down and seeking understanding helps girls build emotional awareness and resilience Join Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about looking beyond the words “I’m bored” and discovering the needs, emotions, and opportunities for connection that may be underneath them. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here . Every donation, no matter the size helps! Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones shares a refreshing perspective on summer parenting and the pressure many parents feel to make every moment magical. Melissa explores how unrealistic expectations can leave parents feeling overwhelmed and why some of the most meaningful childhood memories are often found in the ordinary moments of everyday life. She offers encouragement to let go of comparison, embrace a slower pace, and focus on connection instead of creating the "perfect" summer. Tune in to discover: Why it's okay to let go of unrealistic summer expectations How ordinary moments often become the most meaningful memories Ways to reduce the pressure to create a picture-perfect summer Simple reminders to focus on connection over perfection This episode is a reminder that your children don't need an extraordinary summer—they simply need you, your presence, and the everyday moments you'll share together. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores a situation many girls face during the summer: feeling left out when they see friends spending time together without them. Melissa explains why these moments can feel especially painful during the summer months when friendships become more visible through social media, changing schedules, vacations, camps, and spontaneous get-togethers. While it can be easy for girls—and parents—to assume something is wrong, Melissa shares why one painful social moment does not automatically mean a friendship is broken or that a girl is struggling socially. In this episode, we explore: • Why feelings of exclusion can feel more intense during the summer • How social media can amplify friendship worries and comparison • Why emotionally validating your daughter matters more than immediately reassuring her • How to avoid catastrophizing normal friendship ups and downs • Ways parents can support emotional resilience during social disappointments • Why helping girls build confidence beyond friendships is so important • Simple ways to encourage healthy connection and perspective Join Melissa for a reassuring conversation about helping your daughter navigate friendship disappointments with confidence, emotional resilience, and connection. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here . Every donation, no matter the size helps! Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores why so many girls suddenly open up at bedtime and what these late-night conversations can tell us about emotional trust and connection. Melissa shares why bedtime often becomes the first quiet moment of the day for girls to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. She offers encouragement for parents who want to be present while also navigating their own exhaustion and reminds us that connection is often more important than having the perfect response. Tune in to discover: Why girls often talk more at bedtime How emotional safety encourages girls to open up Why listening matters more than fixing Simple ways to stay connected without feeling overwhelmed This episode is a reminder that bedtime conversations are often a sign that your daughter feels safe, supported, and connected to you. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores something many moms notice when school ends: their daughter suddenly seems different. Maybe she's moodier, more emotional, more withdrawn, or surprisingly happier and more relaxed. Melissa explains why these shifts are often a normal part of emotional decompression after months of academics, friendships, activities, and social pressures. What can look like attitude, boredom, clinginess, or withdrawal is often a girl’s nervous system adjusting to a new season. In this episode, we explore: Why girls often react differently when school ends What emotional decompression can look like Why some girls seem heavier emotionally while others seem lighter How to respond with connection instead of immediately trying to fix Why emotional safety matters during transitions Simple ways to support your daughter as she settles into summer Join Melissa for a reassuring conversation about helping your daughter navigate the transition into summer with understanding, patience, and connection. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here . Every donation, no matter the size helps! Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones offers encouragement for parents navigating the difficult moments when their daughter doubts herself, gives up easily, or struggles to see her own capability. Melissa explores why confidence often does not look the way parents expect it to. Instead of showing up as certainty, confidence is often built through hesitation, frustration, and small moments of trying again. She reminds parents that their role is not to force confidence or fix the struggle, but to stay steady and supportive while their daughter works through it. With compassion and reassurance, Melissa shares why growth is often happening beneath the surface, even when parents cannot immediately see it. Tune in to discover: Why self-doubt is often part of the confidence-building process How to respond when your daughter says “I can’t” Why staying calm and steady matters more than having the perfect words How confidence develops through small steps over time Encouragement for parents supporting daughters through hard moments This episode is a reminder that confidence is not built all at once. Sometimes the most powerful thing a parent can do is simply stay present while their daughter learns to believe in herself. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones talks about those frustrating moments when your daughter says, “I can’t”—whether it’s homework, sports, trying something new, or even something she used to do with ease. As parents, these moments can leave us unsure how to respond. Do we encourage her to push through, or do we back off? Melissa explores why these reactions are often less about ability and more about the emotions underneath, like frustration, overwhelm, fear, or self-doubt. Through relatable examples and practical insight, Melissa shares how parents can respond in a way that helps daughters feel understood first, while still supporting them in building confidence and resilience over time. In this episode, we explore: Why “I can’t” is often more about feelings than actual ability How frustration and overwhelm can affect confidence Why encouragement alone doesn’t always help in the moment The importance of helping your daughter feel understood first How small steps can help girls move through challenges Why confidence is built through experience, not perfection How parents can stay calm and supportive during difficult moments Join Melissa for a thoughtful conversation about helping girls navigate hard moments with support, connection, and confidence-building that lasts far beyond the moment itself. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here . Every donation, no matter the size helps! Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones offers compassionate encouragement for parents reflecting on the moments they wish they had handled differently. Melissa explores how easy it is for parents to get caught up in the pressure to “get it right” all the time, especially during challenging or emotionally charged interactions with their children. She reminds listeners that parenting is not about perfection—it’s about intention, repair, and the willingness to keep showing up with love and connection. With honesty and reassurance, Melissa shares why growth happens in the everyday moments of reflection and reconnection. She encourages parents to focus less on being flawless and more on building trust, understanding, and emotional safety over time. Tune in to discover: Why parenting mistakes do not define your relationship with your child How intention and connection matter more than perfection Why your response after difficult moments can strengthen trust How self-reflection helps parents grow alongside their children What emotional safety looks like in everyday parenting interactions Why repair and reconnection are powerful parts of healthy relationships Practical encouragement for approaching parenting with more compassion and confidence This episode is a reminder that parenting is an ongoing journey of learning, growth, and connection. Even the moments you question most can become opportunities to deepen trust, strengthen your relationship, and show your child what love and resilience truly look like. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores one of the most difficult parenting decisions—what to do when your daughter suddenly doesn’t want to participate in something she used to love. Whether it’s sports, dance, or another activity, these moments can leave parents unsure whether to encourage participation or allow their daughter to step back. Melissa explores the emotions that often exist beneath the hesitation and why it’s important to look beyond the behavior itself. Through personal stories and thoughtful insights, Melissa shares how parents can balance encouragement with empathy while helping their daughters build confidence and resilience over time. In this episode, we explore: Why daughters may suddenly resist activities they once enjoyed The hidden emotions that can fuel hesitation and avoidance How to navigate the tension between pushing and protecting Why understanding your daughter’s emotional experience matters first The importance of balancing growth opportunities with emotional support How thoughtful responses can help build long-term confidence and resilience Ways parents can stay grounded when facing difficult parenting decisions Join Melissa for a compassionate conversation about navigating moments of resistance with empathy, wisdom, and connection—and how these challenging situations can become powerful opportunities for growth for both you and your daughter. Download the Quick Tips PDF of today’s episode for future reference. If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let’s work together to raise the next generation of confident girls. We are looking for special people like you to help send a Girl to camp this summer. If you feel it in your heart, please click the link here . Every donation, no matter the size helps! Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what’s really happening underneath those emotionally charged moments when your child says things like, “This is all your fault.” Rather than seeing these exchanges as signs of failure or disrespect, Melissa helps parents understand how big emotions often reveal a child’s unmet needs, overwhelm, or struggle to communicate what they’re truly feeling. She shares how easy it is to react defensively in the moment—and why learning to pause before responding can completely shift the direction of the conversation. With compassion and practical insight, Melissa encourages parents to meet frustration with calm presence instead of immediate correction. By approaching difficult moments with curiosity rather than control, parents can create more emotional safety, deeper connection, and fewer power struggles over time. Tune in to discover: Why your child’s hurtful words are often more about emotion than blame How pausing before reacting can change the entire tone of an interaction What calm presence communicates to a dysregulated child Why curiosity creates more connection than defensiveness How challenging moments can become opportunities for growth and understanding Practical ways to respond to big feelings with empathy and confidence This episode is a reminder that conflict doesn’t have to create distance. Even the hardest parenting moments can become opportunities to strengthen trust, deepen connection, and better understand what your child truly needs. Melissa's Links: • Website • Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • LinkedIn
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