Helping Teens with Stress: An Interview with Dr. Chinwé Williams

CALM AND CONNECTED - EPISODE 169

Every child needs 3 to 5 people to be part of their orbit to help shape their world and will have a significant influence on them. Whatever role you have, you could be that key person in a teenager’s life to discuss the more stressful moments in their lives. There are signs and symptoms we can look out for in our teenagers. Stress is a normal reaction for anybody in different situations. But what if these reactions are taking over our young people’s lives? 

In today’s episode:

  • The importance of relationships and connections

  • The negative effects disconnection can have 

  • Understanding our child stress baseline and the normal behaviours

  • How to recognize depression 

  • How stress can affect our body’s physical response as well as mental health 

  • What signs we should be looking for in our adolescence, if they last for longer than a 2-week period. 

  • Spending 1-1 time with our teenagers to develop the space to talk

  • How to not overreact to your teenager sharing something important and validate what they’re feeling

  • How Dr. Chinwé likes to rest and relax 

About The Guest - Dr Chinwé Williams

Trauma therapist, Best-selling Author, and Speaker, Dr. Chinwé is an expert at simplifying the complexities of our human experience. She is a sought-after speaker trusted by corporate and ministry leaders, educators, and parents to deliver messages that inspire individuals and teams to better connect with the individuals they lead and support. From managing anxiety, despair, and burnout, to highlighting the benefits of equity and empathy-centered leadership, Dr. Chinwé helps individuals, teams, and organizations accomplish their goals through the power of connection.

An avid researcher and life-long student of wellness, Dr. Chinwé presents scientifically-sound information with the utmost professional care. She has spoken or facilitated workshops at several national and international gatherings and conferences. Dr. Chinwé is frequently invited to be an expert guest on blogs, podcasts and other media programs.

Dr. Chinwé offers tailored keynotes and workshops on different levels for different occasions. She offers real-life case examples that help audiences cultivate a greater depth of understanding and spark insight. Her messages are rooted in evidence and solution-based practices, but she always applies her own experience from the field (which brings boring research to life!). She blends research and inspiring stories with VERY practical tools that are immediately actionable!

Website: https://drchinwewilliams.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.chinwewilliams/

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And remember, do not forget about yourself, take a few minutes for you and have a little fun!

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