Life Coaching in 2026

Why Teens Are Refusing School

School refusal is more than just "skipping class." In this episode of A Teen's Perspective, we dig into why so many teens are saying no to school—anxiety, burnout, mental health struggles, social pressure, irrelevant curricula, and the feeling that school just doesn't fit real life.

3 Signs Your Teen Is Silently Spiraling

From the outside, everything can look fine — decent grades, same friend group, still showing up to practice. But some of the most telling signs of a teen quietly struggling don't look like a crisis at all; they look like normal teenage moodiness. In this episode, we break down three signs parents consistently miss, why they get overlooked, and why waiting for things to "pass on their own" is often the costliest mistake a parent can make.

The Hidden Desires of Teenagers

What do teenagers actually want? In this episode of A Teen's Perspective, Dr. RJ dives deep into the real desires driving today's teens—beyond the surface-level assumptions adults often make. From the friendships that shape their world to the social pressures they navigate daily, Dr. RJ unpacks what truly matters to them. But there's one crucial thing most teens don't even realize they're craving… something that could completely transform family dynamics if parents understood it. If you're a parent trying to connect with your child, this episode offers ground breaking insights you won't want to miss. Discover the three things teenagers really want—and why the third one might be the game-changer no one sees coming.

Summer Success

Why is it so hard to get your teenager to make the most of their summer? You see them sleeping until the afternoon, staying up all night, turning into moody zombies who resist every productive suggestion you make. You want them to build good habits, stay motivated, maybe even earn some money or prepare for the future — but nothing you try seems to work. If you're exhausted from the constant battles and want real summer progress for your teen without destroying your relationship, this episode will show you the smarter path. I share when it's time to stop trying to handle it all yourself and bring in professional life coaching that actually understands how to motivate teens from the inside out. 🎧 Listen now and discover a better way forward this summer.

Life Coaching in 2026

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the top reasons parents are seeking life coaching. There are changes happening among teenagers and it's important for parents to pay attention before it impacts their children.