In this powerful episode of Your Parent Coach, I sit down with Justin Kelly — youth mentor, martial arts coach, and co-founder of the Bully-Proof movement — to explore what it really takes to raise confident, resilient teens in today’s world.

What began as a father-son project quickly grew into a shared mission to help other kids build the confidence to face life head-on. He credits everything to his son, and their partnership has become the heartbeat of the Bully-Proof program.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The emotional spark behind starting Bully-Proof — and why it’s always been a family mission
• How parenting with his son has redefined connection, communication, and leadership
• Why teens today are struggling with self-worth — and how Justin and Corbin help them rebuild it
• The unique blend of self-defence, mindset, and emotional awareness that sets his program apart
• Simple, practical tips that any parent can use today to better support a teen struggling with confidence or bullying

📚 Get the book:

Bully Proof: Unleash the Hero Within

🔗 Follow:

Instagram: @bully.proofing

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bullyproof0

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In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, I get on the Mic with Brian Parana – dad of four, husband, health coach, living a life filled with travel, connection, modern parenting.

Brian shares how he and his wife are raising four unique kids – with an intentional mix of structure and adaptability. With a combined 50-state family travel adventure under their belt (and now aiming for all 7 continents!), Brian brings a joyful and grounded perspective on parenting, health, and being a present partner and dad.

What We Talk About:

• How Brian tailors his parenting to each child’s personality and needs.
• Managing chaos with intention – From nightly family meetings to co-parenting on the fly.
• Communication over perfection – Why adaptability, humour, and honesty matter more than perfection.
• Filling your own cup – Brian’s self-care strategies as a dad and health coach.
• Raising connected siblings – Planting seeds of lifelong support between his kids.
• Breaking generational cycles – Brian and Amber’s commitment to a strong, united parenting partnership.

Connect with Brian:

🌐 Website: www.thecalltorise.com

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachbrianparana/

Stay Connected with Mel:

📸 Instagram: @melwhiteparentcoach

🌐 Website: www.melwhiteparentcoach.com

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Is your teen pulling away—or are you holding on too tight? In this episode, we dive deep into the urge to micromanage our teens: where it comes from, how it impacts their confidence, and what you can do to shift into a more trusting, connected parenting space.

You’ll learn:

• The sneaky ways micromanagement shows up (even when you think you’re being “helpful”)
• When to loosen your grip—and why it matters
• A practical step-by-step process to shift from control to curiosity
• What to say (and not say) when you're tempted to take over
• How to reset if you've already gone too far down the micromanagement rabbit hole

If you’ve ever hovered over homework, double-checked every text, or felt panic when your teen doesn’t follow your plan—this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in now and start building a home where trust and independence thrive.

Need extra support? Connect with me on social media @melwhiteparentcoach

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