An Open Letter to Teenage Girls Everywhere
Dear girls, Let me start by saying you are amazing and you will make it through this time. Whatever “this” is right now…maybe it's school, or a break-up, or the loss of a friendship, or family conflicts, or some nagging self-doubt. Regardless of how you feel at this...
For Teenage Girls Everywhere – A Podcast
This episode of Areté Today was specifically recorded for teenage girls the world over. Prompted by things I am witnessing in person and online, I wanted to reach out. This is a way to support teenage girls directly, and also support the parents who love them and are...
The Burdens We Carry & How to Let Go
Earlier this week, I spent some time in California with my sister. Time alone is not something we come by easily in our adult lives; we live on opposite sides of the country and we have different lifestyles. Both of those things - and probably a few more - combine to...
Our Weighty Burdens
This episode of Areté Today is completely inspired by a small event that occurred on a recent trip to California to visit my sister. I am often inspired by everyday moments that spawn massive enlightenment and this is definitely one of those instances. Today's...
Guess What? Your Notion of Busy Is a Lie.
Your notion of busy is a lie and your life won't get better until you fix it. My most recent Podcast in iTunes (Episode #5) ruffled a few feathers. In it, I talk about how I am pretty tired of hearing just how busy everyone is because, quite frankly, busy is a lie....
Woah, You Sure Are Busy! Let’s Figure That Out.
In today's Areté Today episode, I want to talk about how busy you are. And why. And what you can do about it. And what I think of all this busy mumbo-jumbo. I'm pretty sure this episode might ruffle a few feathers, so let's dive in, shall we? There's MUCH more...
My #1 Tip For Restoring Balance to Your Life
Did you know that TIME is your most valuable, and most non-renewable resource? You would never know it by the way people squander their time and spend it doing things that bring them little to no joy! I recently released my 4th Podcast on iTunes in which I talk about...
Areté Today Episode #4: Creating a More Balanced Life
How do you define balance? What are the top five tips for restoring balance, equilibrium, and calm into your life? Jenn answers this question in honor of a number of listeners who have indicated they struggle with living a balanced life. Be sure to be on the lookout...
Divorce. Teens. Communication.
I had the privilege of helping a listener over on my Podcast today. My listener has been experiencing some communication problems with the teenagers in the house on the heels of a divorce. In addition to helping the listener, I have no doubt that the...
Areté Today Episode #3: Opening the Lines of Communication After Divorce
Divorce. Teens. Communication. In today's podcast, I answer my first listener question: "How would you suggest getting your teenage children to talk about their feelings in light of a recent separation?" I want to thank my listener for their honesty, bravery, and...
Areté Today Podcast Episode #2
In this, the second episode of Areté Today, Jenn discusses the differences between scarcity and abundance mindsets and how they can impact your life and your relationships. Up next, Jenn answers a listener question. I'll help parents and children of divorce open up...
The Free-Flowing River of Abundance vs. The Stagnant Swamp of Scarcity
Today over on the Areté Today Podcast, I talked at length about the differences between an abundance consciousness and a scarcity mentality. I make the argument that we, as individuals, have all set up shop on a specific side of the aisle but we have the ability (and...