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Essential Life Skills for University-Bound Teens

In this episode of The Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello discusses the essential life skills that 18-year-olds need before leaving for university. The episode covers fundamental areas such as cooking, laundry, cleaning, financial confidence, and healthcare.

Ashley provides practical advice on how to equip teens with the resourcefulness and confidence to handle these aspects of independent living, ensuring they can thrive and remain safe while away from home. The episode emphasizes the importance of preparation and ongoing conversations between parents and their soon-to-be university students.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction: Preparing for University Life
01:10 Essential Domestic Skills: Cooking Basics
06:59 Laundry Lessons: Keeping Clothes Clean
08:58 Cleaning and Household Maintenance
12:01 Financial Confidence: Budgeting and Jobs
19:30 Administrative Skills: Adulting 101
20:57 Healthcare and Safety: Staying Healthy and Safe
25:09 Conclusion: Future-Proofing Your Kids

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