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In this episode, we welcome Laura Ollinger, founder of Positively Healthy Coaching. Laura shares her expertise as a teen and parent wellbeing coach, her background in health and wellness education, and her personal experiences that shaped her journey.

- **Introduction of Laura Ollinger** (00:00:06 - 00:00:34)
  - Laura discusses her coaching business, Positively Healthy Coaching.
  - Highlights her qualifications and personal experience as a mother of four.

- **The Impact of Secrets** (00:01:09 - 00:04:28)
  - Origins of the podcast's theme inspired by Downton Abbey.
  - Laura shares a significant secret from her life regarding her husband's affair and its impact on her health.

- **Healing and Support** (00:04:28 - 00:09:11)
  - The importance of therapy and support groups in Laura's healing process.
  - The journey from judgment and shame to resilience and self-discovery.

- **Parenting and Coaching** (00:10:02 - 00:13:06)
  - Laura’s passion for parent-teen relationships.
  - Discusses various parenting styles and the importance of setting boundaries with empathy.

- **Self-Awareness and Self-Care** (00:19:32 - 00:21:02)
  - Laura’s approach to self-awareness for parents and the significance of self-care.
  - Personal anecdotes about teaching independence to her children.

- **Final Thoughts and Advice** (00:33:04 - 00:38:29)
  - Encouragement to build a support network and be present with children.
  - Laura’s journey of self-forgiveness and growth.

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Laura is a Teen & Parent Well-Being Coach who is passionate about helping teens and parents thrive.

She specializes in guiding teenagers toward a path of self-discovery, self-esteem, and resilience. She's here to help them navigate life's challenges and social skills with confidence and purpose.

She helps parents find the balance of supportive parenting versus overparenting. She helps them set healthy boundaries with their teens, teach positive communication techniques, and provide other tools and strategies to help them strengthen their bond with their teens.

https://www.positivelyhealthycoaching.com/ https://www.instagram.com/positivelyhealthycoaching/ https://www.facebook.com/positivelyhealthycoaching https://www.youtube.com/@positivelyhealthycoaching https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-ollinger/