S2:Ep.09(73) - Jessica Speer - Raising Teens? Safety Goggles Advised

Keywords:
child development, resilience, social media, bullying, parenting, emotional safety, friendships, growth mindset, digital devices, youth mental health

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🎙️ Building Resilience in Kids: Navigating Social Media, Bullying & Confidence with Jessica Speer

In this episode of the Effort Over Results Podcast, Quinn Magnuson sits down with Jessica Speer, author and child development advocate, to unpack what it really takes to raise resilient, confident kids in today’s complex digital world.

From social media pressures to bullying and screen time, Jessica shares practical, real-world strategies for parents, teachers, and coaches to help young people build emotional safety, strong friendships, and healthy self-worth.

This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and dives into how relationships, communication, and presence shape a child’s confidence. If you’re raising kids in a world of devices, comparison, and constant connection, this episode will give you tools you can actually use.

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🔥 Sound Bites

“We can feel each other's nervous system.”
“Bullying online is often deeply hurting.”
“Warm presence and openness foster trust.”

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💡 Key Topics

• The impact of social media on children’s confidence
• Building resilience and emotional safety in kids
• How parents, teachers, and coaches shape development
• Navigating friendships and social pressure
• Addressing bullying in the digital age

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⏱ Chapters

00:00 Raising Resilient and Confident Kids
06:33 The Impact of Friendships on Child Development
17:46 Creating Psychological Safety in Relationships
23:46 Navigating the Complicated Social World of Today
26:00 The Effects of Technology on Mental Health
27:40 The Impact of Technology on Parenting
30:26 Shifts in Parenting and Social Media Guidelines
33:13 Family Conversations About Technology
34:07 Addressing Bullying in the Digital Age
40:40 Understanding the Roots of Bullying
42:49 Building Resilience and Self-Worth in Children
49:04 Creating a Safe Space for Open Communication
50:06 Friendship Truths for Kids
54:26 Resources for Parents and Kids

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🔗 Learn More About Jessica Speer

🌐 Website: https://jessicaspeer.com

📚 Books & Resources:
BFF or NRF: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09XYZ123
Middle School Safety Goggles: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09XYZ456
The Phone Book: Stay Safe, Be Smart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09XYZ789

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