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This blog also serves the parents, mentors, teachers, and caring adults who want to better understand, connect with, and support the girls they love dearly.

The First Few Weeks of College Are Hard & Here's What I Told Chasing Red Flags

The First Few Weeks of College Are Hard & Here's What I Told Chasing Red Flags

The First Few Weeks of College Are Hard & Here's What I Told Chasing Red FlagsSuzanne Hanna
Published on: 06/08/2026

I guest wrote for Chasing Red Flags about the real (& sometimes messy) truths of the first few weeks of college and the strategies I use to help my clients through it.

Everyone
Stop Asking Your College Freshman "How Are You?" Here's What to Ask  Instead

Stop Asking Your College Freshman "How Are You?" Here's What to Ask Instead

Stop Asking Your College Freshman "How Are You?" Here's What to Ask  InsteadSuzanne Hanna
Published on: 06/08/2026

You got four minutes on the phone and blew it on 'how are you?' Steal these 6 questions that actually get your college freshman talking.

Everyone
Dorm Room Decorating Obsession = Anxiety

Dorm Room Decorating Obsession = Anxiety

Dorm Room Decorating Obsession = AnxietySuzanne Hanna
Published on: 11/06/2026

Dorm shopping doesn’t have to be so stressful. Skip the hype and learn this mindset shift which reveals what actually matters when prepping for your college move-in.

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Don't Say "Soiling the Nest" to Her

Don't Say "Soiling the Nest" to Her

Don't Say "Soiling the Nest" to HerSuzanne Hanna
Published on: 26/05/2026

If you've heard the term "soiling the nest" (and your college-bound daughter has too), it may be doing more harm than you realize. Learn why and what to say/do instead.

College GirlsEveryoneMoms of Teen Girls
Do PERFECT Insta friend posts trigger your insecurity? Here are 3 ways to cope.

Do PERFECT Insta friend posts trigger your insecurity? Here are 3 ways to cope.

Do PERFECT Insta friend posts trigger your insecurity? Here are 3 ways to cope.Suzanne Hanna
Published on: 01/05/2026

Perfect friend posts on Instagram trigger our insecurity. Learn how cope with jealousy.

Everyone
She Really Likes Him. You Don't. What to Do When Your Daughter Falls Head Over Heels

She Really Likes Him. You Don't. What to Do When Your Daughter Falls Head Over Heels

She Really Likes Him. You Don't. What to Do When Your Daughter Falls Head Over HeelsSuzanne Hanna
Published on: 16/03/2026

Your daughter likes him and nothing you do is stopping it. Here's what 25 years working with teen and college girls taught me about what actually works.

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About Suzanne


Suzanne is a mom of a high school daughter and college son, two Australian Shepherds, and lots of chickens. She is also a wife, life coach, former high school assistant principal, bibliophile, always an English teacher, lover of hiking and nature, and a great cook.

As a trusted professional with 25+ years of experience mentoring hundreds of girls, Suzanne connects with girls and allows them to feel heard and supported. Guiding and listening without judgment or shame, Suzanne teaches girls how to turn around limiting beliefs.

Suzanne is recommended by educators, counselors, former students, current clients, and parents. You can trust Suzanne's expertise: she's one-of-a-kind.

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