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The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast

by Laura Orlando · English · Kids & Family

The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast is dedicated to helping tweens and teens grow their confidence, strengthen their self-esteem, and build the courage they need to thrive in middle school, high school, and beyond. In every short and powerful episode, host Laura Orlando shares practical confiden

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 10 min
Latest: 9 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026 · 12 min

How to Make New Friends & Deal with Negative Friendships

Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Making friends isn't always easy, especially when you're shy, nervous, or dealing with friends who bring you down. In this episode of The Confident Girl Podcast, we're talking about how to make new friends, handle negative friendships, deal with friendship drama, and recognize the people who genuinely support you. We're sharing real-life friendship advice for girls who want to ...

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S2 · E145 · 29 Sep 2026 · 13 min
Stop Letting Other People’s Moods Change Yours
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Have you ever been having a perfectly good day until someone around you is in a bad mood and suddenly you are too? In this episode, I’m sharing how to stop assuming someone else’s mood is about you, how to care without feeling responsible for fixing everyone, and how to protect your own energy. Plus, I’m giving you a simple confidence challenge to help you remember that their m...
S2 · E144 · 22 Sep 2026 · 12 min
5 Small Daily Habits That Build Real Confidence
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Want to feel more confident without completely changing who you are? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 small things you can do every day to build real confidence from the inside out. We’re talking about trusting yourself, doing things even when they feel uncomfortable, changing the way you talk to yourself, and noticing your wins. Confidence isn’t something you either have or you ...
S2 · E143 · 2 Apr 2026 · 11 min
If You’re Always Tearing Yourself Down… Listen to This
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura If your inner voice is constantly telling you you’re not good enough… we need to talk. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that voice isn’t the truth and giving you 3 simple things you can start doing today to stop tearing yourself down and start building real confidence. Nothing complicated. Just real, practical steps that actually work. ✨ THE CONFIDENCE P...
S2 · E142 · 23 Feb 2026 · 10 min
Your Thoughts Are Not Facts
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura The way you talk to yourself shapes your confidence more than anything else. In this episode, we break down why negative thoughts feel so real and how to separate thoughts from facts. You’ll learn simple tools to catch self-criticism, question it, and respond in a healthier way. Just because you think something doesn’t make it true. And learning that can change everything. ✨ TH...
S2 · E141 · 10 Feb 2026 · 10 min
7 Things Confidence Is NOT
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Confidence is talked about everywhere, but it’s rarely explained clearly. In this episode, we get honest about what confidence is not so you can stop chasing the wrong idea and start building real confidence in your own life. ✨ THE CONFIDENCE PROJECT is here! ✨ The Confidence Project is an amazing resource to help girls feel stronger, braver, and more confident every day....
S2 · E140 · 3 Feb 2026 · 10 min
5 Myths About Confidence That Are Holding You Back
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Confidence is often misunderstood, and believing the wrong things about it can make you feel like something is wrong with you. In this episode, we break down five common myths about confidence that can quietly hold you back and make confidence feeling harder than it needs to be. ✨ THE CONFIDENCE PROJECT is here! ✨ The Confidence Project is an amazing resource to help girl...
S2 · E139 · 27 Jan 2026 · 9 min
It’s Okay to Not Know Yet
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Growing up can feel confusing. It can seem like everyone else has their life figured out while you’re still trying to understand who you are and where you’re going. In this episode, we talk about why not knowing yet is completely normal and why uncertainty is actually part of growing up, not a sign that something is wrong with you. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or wor...
S2 · E138 · 22 Jan 2026 · 12 min
Why Girls Feel Insecure and What to Do When It Shows Up
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode, Laura and Grace talk openly about insecurity and why it shows up so often for girls and teens. We share real experiences, how comparison and social pressure impact confidence, and what to do when insecure thoughts take over. You will walk away with simple mindset shifts and practical tips to build confidence and feel more secure in who you are. ✨ THE CONF...
S2 · E137 · 7 Jan 2026 · 6 min
The Goal No One Teaches You (And Why It Matters Most)
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura At the start of the year, everyone talks about goals. I am sharing the one goal that actually builds confidence. In this episode, I talk about why starting strong is not the hard part and why learning how to keep going matters more. I share why quitting does not mean you failed, how follow through is a skill you can practice, and why restarting without shame helps build real co...
S2 · E136 · 29 Dec 2025 · 9 min
Why Confidence is the Best Goal You Can Set
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura New year goals can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like everyone else has it all figured out. In this episode, I talk about why confidence is a better goal than being perfect and how believing in yourself makes everything easier. You will learn simple ways to feel braver, trust yourself more, and start the new year feeling proud of who you are becoming. ...
S2 · E135 · 15 Dec 2025 · 10 min
What to Remember When You Scroll Social Media This Holiday
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura The holidays can be such a fun time, but they can also be really hard when you are scrolling social media. Perfect pictures, exciting trips, and highlight reel moments can make comparison sneak in. In this episode, I am talking about what I want you to remember every time you scroll, especially during the holiday season. What you see online is not the full story, and it should ...
S2 · E134 · 9 Dec 2025 · 11 min
The Confidence Project: Helping Girls Believe in Themselves
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode, I am talking about something every girl needs but does not always know how to build: real confidence. Not the loud kind. Not the fake it till you make it kind. The kind that grows from inside when a girl learns to trust herself, handle hard moments, and take small brave steps every day. I share what confidence actually looks like in real life, why it feels so h...
S2 · E133 · 25 Nov 2025 · 11 min
How Gratitude Makes You More Confident
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Did you know that something as simple as gratitude can literally make you more confident? In today’s episode, we’re talking about how noticing the good things in your life can change your mindset, boost your mood, and help you believe in yourself more. Gratitude isn’t just about saying “thank you.” It actually rewires your brain to focus on what’s going right, instead of what y...
S2 · E132 · 18 Nov 2025 · 10 min
How to Stop Overthinking and Enjoy the Moment
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Overthinking can make even the simplest moments feel stressful, but you don’t have to live inside your head all the time. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to catch yourself when your thoughts start spiraling, calm your mind, and actually enjoy the moment you’re in. Whether you replay conversations over and over, worry about what people think, or get stuck imagi...
S2 · E131 · 11 Nov 2025 · 8 min
Why You Don’t Have to Have It All Figured Out
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Feeling pressure to have your whole life planned out? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why confidence doesn’t come from knowing everything, it grows from being curious, trying new things, and trusting yourself as you figure it out. n this episode, I’m talking about why it’s totally okay to still be learning who you are and how curiosity (not cert...
S2 · E130 · 4 Nov 2025 · 7 min
How to Bounce Back After a Bad Day
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Bad days happen to everyone, even the most confident people you know. In this episode, I'm sharing how to bounce back when things don’t go your way. You’ll learn how to stop letting one bad moment ruin your day and how to shift your mindset from frustration to growth. Because confidence isn’t about being perfect, it’s about trusting that you can handle whatever comes your...
S2 · E129 · 28 Oct 2025 · 9 min
How to Be Brave When Fear Shows Up
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we are talking about about one of the biggest feelings that holds us back — fear. You’ll learn how to recognize fear for what it is, understand why it shows up, and discover how to take small, brave steps even when you’re scared. Being brave doesn’t mean you’re never afraid — it means you do it anyway. From speaking up to...
S2 · E128 · 21 Oct 2025 · 10 min
How to Stay True to Yourself When Everyone Else Is Changing
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m talking about something I know so many of you are going through — how to stay true to yourself when everyone else around you seems to be changing. Maybe your friends are acting different, maybe what used to be “cool” isn’t anymore, or maybe you feel like the only one who still cares about being kind or working hard. I...
S2 · E127 · 14 Oct 2025 · 12 min
Body Positivity: Why Fueling Your Body Matters
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m talking about something really important — how body positivity isn’t just about loving how you look, it’s about taking care of your body and fueling it with what it needs to feel strong, happy, and confident. It’s so easy to compare your body to others or believe that confidence comes from how you look. But real body ...
S2 · E126 · 7 Oct 2025 · 10 min
The Confidence Boosting Power of Small Wins
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Confidence is not built in one big moment — it grows through small wins you collect every day. Speaking up in class, finishing your homework on time, or simply saying hi to someone new might not seem huge, but those little victories add up and create real confidence over time. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I’m sharing how to recognize your small wins,...
S2 · E125 · 30 Sep 2025 · 11 min
Your Morning Routine Makeover to Start Your Day on Top
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Is your morning routine making school harder than it needs to be? For so many tweens and teens, mornings feel rushed, stressful, and overwhelming. But here’s the secret: a calm and confident school day actually starts before the first bell rings. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I'm breaking down how to create a simple morning routine that helps yo...
S2 · E124 · 23 Sep 2025 · 11 min
Handling Friendship Changes with Confidence
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Friendship changes are a normal part of growing up, but that doesn’t mean they feel easy. As tweens and teens move through middle school and high school, friends can drift apart, new groups form, and best friends can start spending time with different people. These changes can feel confusing, lonely, and even hurtful if you don’t know how to handle them. In this episode of The ...
S2 · E123 · 15 Sep 2025 · 12 min
Building Confidence by Letting Go of Other People’s Opinions
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you ever replay moments in your head over and over, worrying about what other people thought of you? Maybe you said something in class and spent the rest of the day wondering if it sounded weird, or you walked past a group and felt sure they were talking about you. Overthinking can steal your confidence and make you second-guess yourself, but it does not have to control you....
S2 · E122 · 9 Sep 2025 · 11 min
Building Friendships and Confidence When You Feel Like the New Kid
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Being the new kid can feel overwhelming. Whether you are starting at a brand new school or simply feel like everyone else already has their friend group, making connections can be tough. It is normal to feel nervous, left out, or unsure of where to start. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, I'm sharing encouraging and practical strategies to help tweens and...
S2 · E121 · 2 Sep 2025 · 9 min
Walk Into a New School Year Feeling Confident
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Walking into a new school year can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. New classes, new teachers, and new friends often bring nerves along with them. In this episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, host Laura Orlando shares simple and practical ways to help tweens and teens start the year feeling calm, prepared, and confident. This ten minute pep talk is t...
S2 · E120 · 8 Jul 2024 · 8 min
Go Beyond your Comfort Zone
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Is your comfort zone holding you back from reaching your full potential? In this empowering episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're diving into the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone. We'll explore how facing your fears, trying new things, and embracing challenges can unlock hidden talents, boost confidence, and lead to amazing personal growth. Wel...
S2 · E119 · 24 Jun 2024 · 8 min
Your Own Kind of Beautiful - My daughter's 1st episode with me!
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Tired of feeling like you don't measure up to the "perfect" images you see online? In this empowering episode of The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're celebrating the fact that everyone is their own kind of beautiful and my daughter Grace is joining me for the first time! I'm so excited to introduce you to my special guest, my daughter Grace. She is here to share her in...
S2 · E118 · 17 Jun 2024 · 6 min
Enough is a Myth
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you ever feel like you're not good enough, smart enough, or pretty enough? Like no matter how hard you try, it's never enough? You're not alone! In this eye-opening episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're diving into the toxic myth of "enough" and how it affects teens like you. This episode is your permission slip to ditch the "enough" myth and embrace your a...
S2 · E117 · 10 Jun 2024 · 9 min
Stop Avoiding Hard Things
Text me and let me know any topics you would love for me to talk about on the show! I can't wait to hear! xo, Laura Do you find yourself procrastinating, getting distracted, or making excuses when faced with challenging tasks or decisions? In this episode of the Confident Tween and Teen Podcast, we're tackling the common issue of avoiding hard things head-on. Join my Summer Confidence Challenge: This challenge is a jump start to a decision you need to make for yourself. Let's finally start ...

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The Confident Tween and Teen Podcast is a English kids & family podcast from Laura Orlando. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Laura Orlando
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 10 min
Latest episode: 9 Oct 2026
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