What if the struggles you faced as a teen could become the foundation for a life of purpose and transformation? Michelle MacDonald sits down with Kristi Simons—podcaster, coach, and former teacher—who turned her own journey of self-doubt, numbing behaviors, and personal reinvention into a mission to empower teens. Kristi shares her raw and honest story, from the rock-bottom moment that forced her to reevaluate her life to discovering the power of self-love, emotional intelligence, and conscious transformation. Through her Confident Teen podcast and coaching practice, she’s now helping young people break free from societal expectations and create lives filled with confidence, creativity, and purpose. Leave a rating for this podcast with one click https://ratethispodcast.com/michellemacdonald WHAT TO LISTEN FOR02:04 – The Lost Teen: Searching for Acceptance08:31 – Numbing the Pain: The Hidden Warning Signs21:11 – Body Bliss: Rewriting the Narrative of Self-Worth27:12 – The Power of Words: How a Childhood Comment Shaped Her Self-ImageGUEST: KRISTI SIMONSWebsite | Newsletter | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | PodcastCONNECT WITH MICHELLEWebsite | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | X https://events.thewonderwomen.com/ Join The Wonder Women for a transformational week in Tulum, Mexico at the Amansala Resort & Spa. This retreat blends fitness, mindset, and community to help you reset your body, restore your energy, and reignite your confidence. Learn, move, and connect in paradise, with the women who understand your journey.