183. The Social Skills Every Teen Needs That School Never Teaches

School teaches you a lot of things, but what about how to deal with stress, navigate awkward social moments, or feel like you actually belong? In this episode of Healthy Teen Life, Leslie sits down with Kevin Dahill-Fuchel, a licensed clinical social worker and executive director of Counseling in Schools in New York City, to talk about the emotional and social skills that matter just as much as your grades but that almost no one is teaching you. If you have ever felt overwhelmed, unsure of yourself, or like you are just trying to keep it all together, this episode is for you. Kevin shares real insight from decades of working inside schools with real students, including practical tools you can start using right now to build your confidence, strengthen your social connections, and feel more at home in your own life.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why it is completely normal to feel confused or overwhelmed as a teen and what to do with those feelings Why social skills are something you can actually practice and how to start How to rebuild social confidence if you feel rusty or awkward after COVID Why being smart or getting good grades is not enough on its own and what else actually matters What counseling really is and why it is not just for people with serious problems How to map out your support network so you always know who to turn to when things get hard   Connect with Kevin: Website: https://www.counselinginschools.org/   Connect with Leslie: Parents: Schedule a free Clarity Call with Leslie here to help your teen or young adult resolve weight and unhealthy eating habits, while improving body image and self-esteem.   Grab Leslie's free guide: 5 Ways to Help Your Teen Eat Better Without Making Things Worse Website: leslierosecoaching.com Instagram: instagram.com/leslierosecoaching Facebook: facebook.com/leslierosecoaching Disclaimer