September is Suicide Prevention Month, and I wanted to talk about a heavy but hopeful topic: what parents can do before it’s ever a crisis.

I’ll walk you through the four stages of suicide prevention, but we’ll focus most of our time on Stage 1, which is building connection and emotional health.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why “stage 1” is such a powerful prevention strategy

- The top pressures teens face (bullying, substance use, family conflict) and how connection buffers against them

- Simple daily prevention practices you can start today

- Scripts you can use when your child shares something hard

You’ll walk away encouraged and empowered. This is about what you can do today to strengthen the safety net around your child.

xo, Kristen

Mentioned in this episode:

- FREE: Start building her worth and confidence today → Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day

- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. Available 24/7.

- American Psychological Association (APA) Resources for parents

- Light the Fight Podcast OG Therapy Podcast - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

Resources:

- My Confidence Course for Girls/Moms: Get all the videos, activities, and tools to help your daughter build her confidence and your connection. Join here → Meant to Be Confident

- Connect with me on Instagram @meanttobe.me for more tips and behind-the-scenes!

- Sign Up for One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here.