I had the pleasure of interviewing writing coach and college essay editor Jessie Rothwell on my YouTube channel. Jessie helps children and teens find their own voices in their writing.
I LOVE our discussion about giving kids a voice and impressing upon them that they have important things to say. Too often, adults discount children’s opinions because of their youth or inexperience. However, the parent-child attachment grows when adults realize that they can learn from their kids and teens!
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Some of the topics we discuss are:
- How kids can use the personal essay to self-reflect and express what is important to them
- How to use writing as a form of therapy
- How to empower our teens in the college essay process, how to handle their anxiety, and why you should NOT helicopter over your teen!
- How to guide your kids and be receptive to learning from them
- How to give writing guidance to your children so that they are receptive
- Nuts and bolts of COLLEGE ESSAY format and how to make your college essay stand out
- How to harness the power of vulnerability in writing
- Jessie’s advice on what makes a good college essay with an example!
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Connect with Jessie here:
Website: https://www.wavemakerwords.com/
Email: jessie@wavemakerwords.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jemssiy/
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