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Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
At Peers Not Fears, we believe leadership is for everyone. It’s not about titles—it’s about action, influence, and showing up fully in your own life.
Dive into our posts and discover how to empower your teen to grow into the leader they’re meant to be.
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Rethinking Teen Curfews: Why Flexibility Builds Responsibility
Teen curfews aren't about control; they're about building communication, trust, and responsibility. In this post, I share how flexible curfews, curiosity-based conversations, and natural consequences can help teens learn to make thoughtful decisions while they're still under our roof. By shifting from fixed rules to shared agreements, we empower teens to grow into confident, independent leaders, one late-night conversation at a time.
Lorraine Connell
1 day ago3 min read


The Secrets of Mistakes: Why Hiding Them Hurts More Than Making Them
Hiding mistakes isolates us and blocks growth. Real learning happens when we share, reflect, and grow from our missteps.
Lorraine Connell
Jul 22 min read


Learning Is a Risk – Are We Making It Safe to Build Student Confidence?
Learning is risky—and our classrooms must be safe enough for students to take those risks. Are you making space for that risk?
Lorraine Connell
May 283 min read


Words That Stick: How We Communicate Matters More Than We Think
The words we say stick—sometimes forever. What we think is small can shape how a child sees themselves for life.
Lorraine Connell
May 213 min read


How to Truly Listen to Your Teen: Building Trust Through Open Conversations
Want a stronger connection with your teen? Learn how open conversations, trust, and listening can transform your relationship.
Lorraine Connell
Apr 293 min read


What Causes Lack of Confidence in a Child?
Confidence shapes children's social skills, academics, and mental health. Parenting, peers, and school pressures impact teen confidence.
Lorraine Connell
Mar 133 min read


Is Making Friends a Skill? Exploring the Role of Leadership Coaching in Social Connections
Friendship is a skill, not an innate ability. Leadership coaching helps teens develop confidence, empathy, and communication to make friends
Lorraine Connell
Jan 293 min read


What Is Public Speaking and Why Does It Matter for Teens?
Public speaking builds confidence, leadership skills, and personal growth. Learn how teens can thrive with leadership coaching.
Lorraine Connell
Jan 223 min read


What are Teen Leadership Programs?
Empower teens with leadership development programs! Build confidence, enhance skills, and prepare for future challenges today.
Lorraine Connell
Jan 153 min read


How Leadership Coaching Helps Prepare for College Applications
Prepare your teen for college success! Leadership coaching builds confidence, soft skills, and clarity for standout applications. 🌟
Lorraine Connell
Jan 83 min read


Belonging and Authenticity As a Teenager: Belonging vs. Fitting In
Belonging means being your true self, not just fitting in. Help your teen explore their identity with insights from leadership coaches.
Lorraine Connell
Dec 23, 20243 min read


Encouraging Independence: How Leadership Development Programs Can Empower Your Teen During the College Application Process
Empower your teen during college apps! Encourage independence, authentic decisions, and self-leadership for a standout application.
Lorraine Connell
Dec 17, 20244 min read


Why Leadership is Crucial for College Applications
Leadership goes beyond titles. Helping a classmate, supporting events, or aiding family shows the leadership colleges value. Explore more!
Lorraine Connell
Dec 10, 20243 min read


Stories of Teen Leadership Transformation—Seeing Leadership in Every Teen
Unlock your teen’s leadership potential! Peers Not Fears helps build confidence, resilience, and essential leadership skills for success.
Lorraine Connell
Nov 20, 20245 min read


Navigating Teen Relationships: Friendships (Part 2 of 4)
Navigating teen friendships can be tough. Learn how to help your teen build healthy relationships with our Personal Web Activity. Learn more
Lorraine Connell
Jul 21, 20243 min read


Navigating Teen Relationships: Peers (Part 1 of 4)
Navigating teen relationships can be tough. Learn how to help your teen build healthy relationships with our Integrity Activity.
Lorraine Connell
Jul 10, 20243 min read


Shifting Perspectives: Embracing Parental Leadership for the Next Generation
Parental leadership: guiding tomorrow's leaders through decisions and growth. Read more here:
Lorraine Connell
Feb 27, 20242 min read


Parenting with Leadership; We all make mistakes!
If we want our children to embrace their leadership potential we must first acknowledge our role as leaders. Read about it here.
Lorraine Connell
Feb 13, 20243 min read


Burnout - Something Learned at School?
There is a lot of talk about burnout. I ask how did we get here? Find out my theory about school here:
Lorraine Connell
Oct 4, 20235 min read


How Leadership Myths are Created in Schools
Understanding the myths about leadership allows us to reframe the definitions of what it means to be a leader. Learn leadership myths here -
Lorraine Connell
Feb 4, 20232 min read
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