Your Inner Teen Universe
Young adult fiction, a not-your-average book club and free newsletter
About Your Inner Teen Universe
Has it been awhile since you were an actual teen? Did you think that era was over? Irrelevant? Nope.
Because our teen years stay with us. Always. There’s an emotional potency to the teen years that hit hard. Those experiences have shaped us in profound ways.
How do we reconcile our adult lives with that teen potency? We embrace it. We reconnect with that sense of pure potential, freedom, fun. And we reconcile those more difficult teen experiences.
Since I’ve rediscovered my inner teen, she’s taken me on a journey back to myself. She helped shift me out of psychology private practice and into to my first true love, writing. It’s been a revelation.
We need our inner teens to revive our inherent aliveness and they need us to value what they experienced. This is too good an opportunity to miss.
Check out my books and the book club to reconnect with your inner teen.
About Jodie
Hello, I’m Jodie Benveniste! I write young adult fiction about self-discovery, family dynamics, and the wonder of falling in love.
I host a not-your-average book club, guiding us to reconnect with our inner teens and fostering discussions that transcend the ordinary.
I also curate a free newsletter about your inner teen universe, sharing insights and reflections to ignite your imagination and understanding.
Beyond fiction, I've worn many hats: from practicing psychologist to trusted parenting expert, organizational consultant, academic researcher, and Chair of the Board of an Independent School.
Yet, my true passion lies in harnessing the power of storytelling to help us rediscover and embrace our inner teens, paving the way for a life filled with heart-expanding experiences and awe-inspiring moments.
I live in Adelaide, Australia, on Kaurna land, with my husband, two kids, two cats, and with views to the hills.
About Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS) isn't just a therapeutic approach for me – it's become a cornerstone of my life and writing journey.
In my psychology practice, I found it transformative for both clients and myself. Now, it weaves through my fiction, enriching stories with depth and authenticity.
IFS offers a roadmap to understanding our true selves and a proven process to navigate life's challenges. By recognizing the interconnectedness of our inner and outer worlds, it empowers lasting change.
Instead of just addressing symptoms, IFS delves into root causes with compassion and curiosity, honoring our complexities and strengths.
Exploring our inner teen through the lens of IFS can be profoundly healing and inspiring. Discover more resources to embark on your own transformative journey.
