The first podcast dedicated specifically to helping teens, college-age young adults (and their parents), seeking health, nutrition and mental wellness information that is based on their unique phase in life. Hosted by Leslie Rose, along with guest experts, the show provides healthy lifestyle information, self-help tools and inspiration, all specific to teens’ developing minds and bodies.
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Leslie Rose | Life Coach for Teenagers and College Students
205: How to Figure Out Who You Actually Want to Be
Stuck in a loop of "I need to do better," "I need to be more organized," "I need to stop procrastinating"? In this episode, we flip the question. Instead of asking what you need to fix, ask who you actually want to be — and why that one shift changes everything about how you make decisions. Leslie breaks down a simple 4-step framework plus two action steps you can start today to discover who you want to be.
[00:00] Why "I need to do better" is the wrong question
[02:21] Your daily choices are building your identity
[03:39] Step 1: Know Yourself
[05:09] Quick mention: The Freshman Formula
[06:01] Step 2: Trust Yourself
[07:27] Step 3: Choose Yourself
[08:53] Step 4: Lead Yourself
[09:51] Coming back to the question: who do you want to be?
[10:42] Your 2-step action plan for this week
9 Sept 2026
204: How to Deal With a Roommate Problem (Without Losing Your Mind)
Dealing with roommate drama right now? You're not alone — approximately 7 out of 10 college students go through some version of it. In this episode, I break down the 3 phases every roommate relationship hits (honeymoon, annoyance, and get-along-or-bust), the one communication shift that actually defuses conflict, and what to do if it's truly not working -- there are options like a roommate agreement. Plus my own freshman year roommate story and what I wish I'd known sooner.
What you'll hear:
[00:00] The "are we fighting?" moment every freshman knows
[01:56] Reality check — how common roommate conflict actually is [02:36] For high schoolers: how to pick a good roommate before move-in
[04:34] For current students: why getting along actually matters
[05:44] The 3 phases: honeymoon, annoyance, get-along-or-bust [08:44] Quick mention: The Freshman Formula
[09:33] The 4 things that actually fix roommate friction
[11:32] Worst case scenario — RA, agreements, room changes
[12:33] The one takeaway to remember
RESOURCE MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Freshman Formula details (https://cc.leslierosecoaching.com/freshmanformula)
Connect with Leslie:
Parents: Schedule a free Clarity Call with Leslie HERE (https://www.leslierosecoaching.com/chat) to help your teen or young adult build healthy habits, confidence, and prepare for the transition to college so they can live well,
Follow me on Instagram: @leslierosecoaching (https://www.instagram.com/leslierosecoaching/)
SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW
If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-teen-life-podcast/id1623931446). Your support helps us reach more teens, college students and parents who need these insights. Thanks for your support and see you next week!
2 Sept 2026
The 2-Minute Body Trick That Calms Your Anxiety Fast
Ever notice your shoulders creep up to your ears when you're stressed, even when nothing's actually wrong? Your body still thinks it's being chased by a tiger. In this episode, somatic practice expert Annie Vinje breaks down what's really happening in your nervous system when you're anxious — and simple, science-backed ways to calm it down in real time, no 20-minute meditation required.
Listen now to find a somatic reset you can actually stick with.
Then leave a comment - what tip was most helpful for you?
[02:10] What your body does when you're stressed
[04:17] Why daily somatic practice matters, not just on hard days
[06:10] Why this generation of teens especially needs this
[10:09] Doom scrolling vs. "hope questing" on social media
[14:58] Simple body check-ins you can do anywhere
[18:18] The breathing technique that resets your nervous system
[21:21] Meditation myths — it doesn't have to look "perfect"
[23:14] Finding your thing: yoga, journaling, and restorative rest
[29:07] Alternate nostril breathing to wake up your brain
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Annie's website: annievinje.com (https://annievinje.com/)
Why am I tired checklist (https://annievinje.com/why-am-i-tired-checklist) (free)
Connect with Leslie:
Parents: Schedule a free Clarity Call with Leslie HERE (https://www.leslierosecoaching.com/chat) to help your teen or young adult make healthy choices on their own.
Website: leslierosecoaching.com (https://www.leslierosecoaching.com/)
Follow me on Instagram: @leslierosecoaching (https://www.instagram.com/leslierosecoaching/)
SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW
If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-teen-life-podcast/id1623931446). Your support helps us reach more teens, college students and parents who need these insights. Thanks for your support and see you next week!
Disclaimer (https://www.leslierosecoaching.com/disclaimer)
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Lawrence C Harris
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