Raising College-Ready Teens: Reducing Stress, Building Independence & Finding the Right Fit

from Your Parent Coach by Mel White · host Melanie White

In this timely episode, I sit down with Shellee Howard, founder of College Ready, to dive deep into how parents can truly support their teens through the college preparation and application journey, without burning them out or blowing the relationship.We chat about:The biggest mistakes parents make at this time (and how to avoid them)Emotional support during application seasonWhy less involvement can sometimes be moreHow to keep your teen’s mental health intact while still striving for successDebt-free college planning and practical pathwaysThe difference between passion and purpose (and how to guide your teen in finding theirs)When it's worth hiring a mentor instead of playing both coach and parentThis one is especially valuable for all parents, even if you are not in the US, the emotional and practical insights are universal.Links Mentioned:Free 30-minute college consultation with Shellee: www.collegereadyplan.comShellee's podcast, newsletter, webinars, and more: all accessible via the site above. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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