What if the greatest gift we could give our teens wasn't more pressure to succeed—but the emotional tools to truly thrive?
In this inspiring episode of The Daring Well Podcast, Rita welcomes Dr. Carla Caturia, elite peak performance coach, speaker, educator, and founder of House of Rise, for a meaningful conversation about helping high-achieving teens excel without sacrificing their emotional well-being.
With more than 20 years of experience working with students, athletes, performers, and families, Dr. Caturia shares how emotional intelligence, identity, and resilience are just as important as grades, awards, and accomplishments. Together, Rita and Dr. Caturia explore practical strategies for reducing stress, building confidence, entering the flow state, and helping teens develop lifelong emotional regulation skills.
Whether you're a parent, educator, coach, counselor, or someone who works with young people, this episode offers practical wisdom for supporting the next generation in achieving success while protecting their mental and emotional health.
In This Episode You'll Learn
- Why high-achieving teens often struggle with hidden stress and anxiety
- How achievement can become tied to identity—and why that's dangerous
- What the "flow state" is and how it improves confidence and performance
- Why curiosity is one of the most powerful mindset shifts for overcoming fear
- Dr. Carla Caturia's Three Zone Strategy for emotional regulation
- Practical ways parents can support teens without adding pressure
- Why celebrating effort and progress builds lasting confidence
- How emotional resilience prepares teens for success long after graduation
Connect with Dr. Carla Caturia
Follow Dr. Carla Caturia on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for practical strategies, educational resources, and encouragement for teens, parents, educators, and coaches seeking to build confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
Website: https://thehouseofrise.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarlacaturia
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