Breakdown to Breakthrough: Emer O’Donnell on Resilience, Identity, and the Next Generation

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What if the missing piece in education wasn't more facts, but emotional tools for resilience, clarity, and self-leadership?
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Emer O’Donnell, a behavioral change coach, author, and founder of TeenReconnect, whose passion is to equip the next generation with the tools most of us wish we had growing up.
After two decades of success in international business, Emer asked a life-defining question:
“Why didn’t I learn this sooner?”
Now a mother of three, Emer brings the best of psychology, coaching, and behavioral science to teens, parents, and organizations, bridging the gap between emotional overwhelm and confident, purposeful living.
Whether you're a young professional navigating pressure and identity, or a leader wanting to understand how to support future generations better,  this conversation is for you.

In this inspiring and deeply practical episode of Life & Leadership Connected, host David Dahlén D'Cruz welcomes Emer O’Donnell, founder of TeenReconnect and creator of the Q Pathfinder and 7Q TeenReconnect programs.
Together, they explore:
Why anxiety, pressure, and self-doubt are increasing among youth and young professionals.
The key mindset shifts that build real confidence and self-leadership.
How to move from breakdown to breakthrough in identity, relationships, and decision-making
What leaders and parents can do to create connection instead of control.
How Emer’s personal story led her to pioneer a new approach to youth empowerment.
Emer’s insights are not just for teens, they’re timeless tools for anyone navigating stress, expectations, or the search for purpose.

Here are som links Emer talks about ith the podcast:
Teenreconnect:
https://www.teenreconnect.com/EmerODonnell

The Difficult conversation Guide:
https://teenreconnect.kartra.com/page/WaD54

The book 'Understanding Teen Stress & Anxiety; A Parent's Guide For Building Love & Connection':
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CLGR7PK1

Emer O'Donnel on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/emerodonnell

If this conversation spoke to something deep within you, I invite you to explore more at https://lifeleadershipconnected.com

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