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Rock and Glow

Launching first in San Diego. Connecting like-minded women, with a focus on creating a lasting legacy -and- positive impact upon the lives of our teenage girls.

How We Do This:

By creating a "Network Resource Hub" that can be accessed from EVERYWHERE, at a point, a click, a listen away via LIVE GLOW Streaming, GLOWTalk Podcast, and "ONSITE" GLOW UP-Empowered TEEN events. 

Together we are creating a platform like no other,  with experts in every field, where OUR YOUTH can go to learn, ask questions, get training, as well as  have hands-on opportunities as we grow! Our efforts are rooted in providing opportunities to our youth… other than the screens they hold in their hands, and the peers they surround themselves with.

Our Kids Need Us:

The challenges that our youth and teens face today are like never before. From self harm, to eating disorders, to suicide, school shootings,  and drug abuse, and they don’t have a sense of belonging or knowledge of who they are…they could use a place to belong.

Our Story: by Melissa and some incredible women

Founded by Myself and some incredible Women, we can do what has yet to be done..create a Free Resource Hub for our TEENS, who desperately need connection, direction, and coaching, as well as what call "passion points" creative arts training, and many more opportunities! We will be introducing experts in various fields to create and provide OUTSTANDING CONTENT and RESOURCES...now matter 'where they are'! WE NEED To create a LEGACY that can TRULY IMPACT and SUPPORT/MENTOR Our Teens.

As the Founder of ROCK and GLOW, I KNOW that this VISION is what I have 'been called to create'! With an award winning 35 years of successful Leadership, Service, Business, Ministry, Events, Real Estate, Media, Radio, Podcasts, etc.... I'M READY TO ROCK!


FOUNDERS

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Rene Gonzales

Motivational Speaker, Producer

GLOW Advisory and Steering Committee

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Tonya Mantooth

CEO & Artistic Director,
Co-Founder
San Diego International Film Festival

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Dr. Sherry Brown Price

Founder of EPIC You

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Erica Rood

Founder of Inspire Balance For Teens

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Felice Kinnear

Int'l Photo Journalist and Media Maven

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Brooke Preece

Founder Brooke Preece Photography

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Dione Becker

Brand Designer, Creative Director

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Kristi McCally

Educator and Teacher

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Jessica Sturgill, LMFT

Therapist and Founder MetalHealthFirstSD.com

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Alla Kesser Gross

Professional Etiquette and Social Protocol Coach

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Tiffini Hughes

GLOW Treasurer

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Johanna Silva

Business Coach at Johannasilva.com

GLOW Panel Contributors

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Juliet Mitchell

Founder Pure Girl in a Toxic World

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Christine Tenfen

Artist and Designer

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Dr. Rebeccah Rodríguez Regner

Family & Sports Medicine Physician

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Claudia Obermann

Corporate Consultant, Coastal Medical Aesthetics

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RESOURCES

From InspireBalance.com - Erica Rood 

GLOW Parents Corner

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Supporting Your Teen Through Challenges

What Your Teen Needs Part 1

What Your Teen Needs Part 2

GLOW ETIQUETTE

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ASK ALLA

Etiquette, Style, and International Protocol

Getting Your Cool On: A Teen's Guide to Tackling Social Events
with Swag

Having a healthy mind doesn't just mean dealing with depression or anxiety in a therapist’s view. It's a lot more. Think of your mental health as a G-5 network of multiple streams of connectivity where many different things impact your feelings. One of those factors is how we hang and chill with our friends and families. Out of all the tips and tricks to handle social stress, one golden oldie often gets overlooked from our playlist: etiquette.

First off, let's clear the air. Etiquette isn't a fancy French word for some stuffy list of rules. It's an excellent behavioral code that's all about respect and thoughtfulness. It brings some much needed order and predictability to the wild party we call 'socializing.' If you find social events nerve-wracking, etiquette can be your secret weapon.

The first remarkable thing about etiquette is that it's like a GPS for social conduct, navigating your way through situations that can crush your stress levels. It guides you on many levels: introducing yourself, starting chit-chat, dodging dicey topics, and even making a smooth exit from an uncomfortable conversation. Getting the hang of etiquette means less worrying about messing up, so you can chill and enjoy the event.

The second cool part is that mastering these social norms can pump up your confidence big time. It’ll be like having your own toolkit so you can plow through the social landscape easily. Say goodbye to those awkward moments and hello to a more relaxed you.

Now, if you're the introverted type and you often find yourself breaking out in a sweat at dinners or parties, here are some killer tips for using etiquette to reduce your stress levels:

1. Be a Scout, be prepared: Get to know the basic etiquette for the event you're attending. For a formal dinner, dial up on your table manners, dining etiquette, and dinner talk.

2. Get Your Chat Game On: Small talk is part of any social gig. Make a list of safe and fun topics for conversation. Practice how you'll introduce yourself and keep a conversation rolling.

3. Set Your Limits: Etiquette isn't about making others happy at your expense. If you're uncomfortable it’s perfectly fine to step away from a conversation or situation politely.

4. Stay in the Moment: If you're feeling swamped, pause for a moment to focus on your surroundings. Take a deep breath, enjoy your food, and listen to the music. This can help ground you in the present and ease your nerves.

5. Have a Wingman/Wingwoman: Share your feelings with a trusted friend who will be at the event. Having a supportive friend around can be a source of comfort and relief.

And remember, being an introvert is awesome. Don't feel pressured to fit into the extrovert shaped mold that society pushes. Sometimes, we end up in situations where we’re looking for an emergency escape route. But with etiquette in your arsenal, you can sail through them with grace and style, boosting your mental health and personal growth in the process.

Articles From GLOW Experts

Calming Anxiety in Front of the Lens

 Pro Tools for Aspiring Models

 By Felice Kinnear – Fashion Photojournalist

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Bella Hadid, although crowned as the face of Dior and one of Time magazine's most influential people of 2023, grapples with chronic anxiety. According to the Greek ratio of Phi, an ancient measure of symmetry, she’s the most beautiful woman in the world. Yet, when she’s not working, Bella spends her time crying uncontrollably or unable to leave the house ‘crippled with anxiety.’

“I would have really hard episodes and my Mum would ask me how I was doing. Instead of responding in a text I would send a photo,” she recalled. “It was the easiest thing to do at the time because I was never able to put into words how I was feeling. I would just be in excruciating and debilitating pain and I didn’t know why.”

Bella is not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in America and affect 40 million people across the nation. According to Vogue magazine, these rates have climbed amid the ongoing global pandemic. The CDC reporting that from August 2020 to February 2021, the percentage of adults with recent symptoms of anxiety or depression increased from 36.4% to 41.5%.

READ MORE - https://pureinspomagazine.com/dana-point/

Pure Girl in a Toxic World JULIET MITCHELL

Pure Girl in a Toxic World JULIET MITCHELL

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