https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/self-help-for-at-risk-teens--4625069https://www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Ben Povlowhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4700c59e9a6b4a8c6e3024bd2399d540.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/self-help-for-at-risk-teens--4625069Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:26:14 +0000Ben PovlowBen Povlowfeeds@spreaker.comThis podcast is hosted by author Ben Povlow. The purpose of this podcast is to support his book "Self-Help for At-Risk Teens" It will include additional information about the topics covered in the book and other related topics as well. You will learn...https://www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-dictation-to-dharma-turning-a-raw-recording-into-a-self-help-book--73582619
• dictation-first writing, cycling back, fast transcription
• clarity over resolutions and choosing what to quit
• quitting alcohol as a lever for health and focus
• Wayne Dyer’s The Shift, dharma and midlife transitions
• seven-year life cycles and intuitive guidance
• 30-day mental fast to reclaim attention
• meditation anywhere and minimalist boundaries
• algorithmic addiction, comparison and authenticity
• Europe on a shoestring, loss and self-reliance
• doing the work for purpose, not for money

Leave a review if the show helped you, and go back to our earlier episodes while we build the book


Host Ben Povlow recently released a new book titled, You Must Be Present to Win: A Guide to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth. It's available in eBook and paperback on Amazon and other online retailers. Click HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18417586Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowWe turn a raw, one-take recording into a blueprint for a new self-help book, tracing a spiritual shift sparked by Reiki, Wayne Dyer’s teachings, and a restless need to write with fewer filters. We share how to get clear on what you want, cut noise,...
• dictation-first writing, cycling back, fast transcription
• clarity over resolutions and choosing what to quit
• quitting alcohol as a lever for health and focus
• Wayne Dyer’s The Shift, dharma and midlife transitions
• seven-year life cycles and intuitive guidance
• 30-day mental fast to reclaim attention
• meditation anywhere and minimalist boundaries
• algorithmic addiction, comparison and authenticity
• Europe on a shoestring, loss and self-reliance
• doing the work for purpose, not for money

Leave a review if the show helped you, and go back to our earlier episodes while we build the book


Host Ben Povlow recently released a new book titled, You Must Be Present to Win: A Guide to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth. It's available in eBook and paperback on Amazon and other online retailers. Click HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>4514falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-diet-and-exercise-routine-pt-2-stop-wasting-money--73582616HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18417562Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowHost Ben Povlow recently released a new book titled, You Must Be Present to Win: A Guide to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth. It's available in eBook and paperback on Amazon and other online retailers. Click https://a.co/d/05RkeQyJ to view the...HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>3422falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/68-you-must-be-present-to-win-by-ben-povlow--73582614HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-19611467Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this episode, author Ben Povlow gives an introduction to his latest book, You Must Be Present to Win. Host Ben Povlow recently released a new book titled, You Must Be Present to Win: A Guide to Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth. It's...HERE to view the book details. Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>992author ben povlow,ben povlow,spiritual self-help podcast,you must be present to win boofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/67-drafting-a-spiritual-life-with-self-help-author-ben-povlow--69890918
Ben walks through the full process—meditation with chakra stones, automatic writing, recording, transcription, and light cleanup—so you can see how ideas move from thought to the pages of a manuscript. Along the way, Ben talks about the creative reset that happens when you limit toxic inputs and curate a cleaner media diet. He explains why stepping away from social feeds brought him back to books, focus, and steadier emotions, and how protecting your attention is the most practical form of spiritual hygiene.

From there, Ben gets practical about the body as a vessel: flexibility, hydration, healthy food, and rest as non-negotiables for clear thinking and durable creativity. Ben discusses the shift from brute strength to softness and why feeling well expands your reach. Learn how to turn choices into visible results—plus simple tools like gratitude and affirmations to redirect the mind when it drifts toward fear or scarcity. 

If you’re a creative or a spiritual seeker who’s been stuck, consider this a permission slip: start before you feel ready, choose better inputs, and let practice carry you. Subscribe to this show to be notified of new episodes as they are released. Please share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to begin.What’s one input you’ll change today?Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18650389Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowA candle, a blank page, and a promise to go first—that’s how this chapter begins. Author Ben Podcast shares the unpolished reality of writing a spiritual self-help book by hand at dawn, then reading those raw pages aloud to transform them into a...
Ben walks through the full process—meditation with chakra stones, automatic writing, recording, transcription, and light cleanup—so you can see how ideas move from thought to the pages of a manuscript. Along the way, Ben talks about the creative reset that happens when you limit toxic inputs and curate a cleaner media diet. He explains why stepping away from social feeds brought him back to books, focus, and steadier emotions, and how protecting your attention is the most practical form of spiritual hygiene.

From there, Ben gets practical about the body as a vessel: flexibility, hydration, healthy food, and rest as non-negotiables for clear thinking and durable creativity. Ben discusses the shift from brute strength to softness and why feeling well expands your reach. Learn how to turn choices into visible results—plus simple tools like gratitude and affirmations to redirect the mind when it drifts toward fear or scarcity. 

If you’re a creative or a spiritual seeker who’s been stuck, consider this a permission slip: start before you feel ready, choose better inputs, and let practice carry you. Subscribe to this show to be notified of new episodes as they are released. Please share this episode with someone who needs a nudge to begin.What’s one input you’ll change today?Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>1096automatic writing,becoming a writer,ben povlow,eliminate negative habits,meditating with stones,meditation,overcoming addictions,quieting the noise,raising yourself up podcast,reduce negativity,self-help strategies,spiritual self-help,the selffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/66-from-restless-nights-to-purposeful-pages--69783655
You’ll hear a contrast that clarifies the stakes: a night on a jail-cell floor versus a bed in a home once thought unreachable. Gratitude fuels a broader shift from living for self to living for others, with practical anchors like minimalism, simplicity, and attention to the inner life. Ben talks about choosing a path with resistance, separating from the herd, and listening for the quiet yes that returns when the world is still. The language is direct and grounded: trust the process, release the need to explain, stop chasing validation from people not equipped to read your soul, and build a daily practice that keeps you honest.

If you’re drawn to spirituality, creativity, or mindful productivity, this story offers usable ideas: meditate to reduce noise, write before sunrise, develop intuition, and let service set your priorities. We hold to a simple framework—see a little, step a little—and invite you to test it tomorrow morning. If this conversation stirs something in you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review with one takeaway you’ll act on before sunrise.For more information about Ben Povlow and his books, you can visit https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook/Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18623649Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowA quiet hour changed everything. Waking at 3:54 a.m., Ben Povlow kept a promise to sit with stones, breathe, and write longhand—no editing, no second-guessing—guided by Wayne Dyer’s late-night wisdom and a nudge toward automatic writing. What came...
You’ll hear a contrast that clarifies the stakes: a night on a jail-cell floor versus a bed in a home once thought unreachable. Gratitude fuels a broader shift from living for self to living for others, with practical anchors like minimalism, simplicity, and attention to the inner life. Ben talks about choosing a path with resistance, separating from the herd, and listening for the quiet yes that returns when the world is still. The language is direct and grounded: trust the process, release the need to explain, stop chasing validation from people not equipped to read your soul, and build a daily practice that keeps you honest.

If you’re drawn to spirituality, creativity, or mindful productivity, this story offers usable ideas: meditate to reduce noise, write before sunrise, develop intuition, and let service set your priorities. We hold to a simple framework—see a little, step a little—and invite you to test it tomorrow morning. If this conversation stirs something in you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review with one takeaway you’ll act on before sunrise.For more information about Ben Povlow and his books, you can visit https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook/Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>824automatic writing,ben povlow,eliminate negative habits,meditating with stones,meditation,overcoming addictions,quieting the noise,raising yourself up podcast,reduce negativity,self-help strategies,the self-help companyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/65-a-30-day-mental-fast-will-jumpstart-your-new-year--69285168
• defining a mental fast and why 30 days matters
• how inputs shape mood, focus and habits
• social media and news detox strategies
• replacing negatives with books, podcasts and audiobooks
• using saved time for skills, credit building and health
• setting boundaries with drama-heavy people
• daily check-ins to spot triggers and track energy
• committing to small swaps that compound over time


Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18445621Sat, 03 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowWe share a practical 30-day mental fast to cut toxic inputs, set boundaries, and create space for focused growth. By replacing news cycles and drama with books, podcasts, and quiet, we show how to shift mood, build habits, and reclaim time for real...
• defining a mental fast and why 30 days matters
• how inputs shape mood, focus and habits
• social media and news detox strategies
• replacing negatives with books, podcasts and audiobooks
• using saved time for skills, credit building and health
• setting boundaries with drama-heavy people
• daily check-ins to spot triggers and track energy
• committing to small swaps that compound over time


Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>78530-day mental fast,ben povlow,eliminate negative habits,overcoming addictions,raising yourself up podcast,reduce negativity,self-help strategies,the self-help companyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/64-from-beer-to-better-a-real-fitness-reset--69189402
We start with the messy middle: the cycle of weekday progress erased by beer and late-night ice cream. The shift came from one decisive weekend of saying no and keeping the workouts going. From there, Ben walks through dropping sugar and even “healthy” sweeteners, swapping fast food for cleaner meals, and choosing ingredients with short, readable labels. Managing acid reflux became a practical filter for greasy and fried foods, and once the heartburn eased, energy returned and weight moved.

Motivation had real anchors. A simple fact—each pound lost can take roughly four pounds of pressure off your knees—made every choice feel worthwhile. A Survivor audition added a spark to train for strength and endurance, even with limited time and a modest gym. Ben details how he started with 20-minute sessions on a treadmill and light weights, then gradually scaled to three longer workouts a week with walking on off days. Recovery mattered, so the plan focused on repeatability over perfection.

We also unpack the nutrition side without dogma: using a tracker to learn macros, reintroducing healthy fats like avocado and yogurt, avoiding starvation tactics, and experimenting with small supplements. When the scale stalled, he changed one lever at a time—protein intake, steps, sleep, or weekend habits. The result is a sustainable loop where early wins make discipline easier, cravings shrink, and identity shifts from “trying” to “consistent.”

If you’re ready to trade extremes for momentum, start with one cut—beer, soda, or late-night sweets—and pair it with 20 minutes of movement, three times a week. Subscribe for more practical guides, share this with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to tell us the first habit you’ll change.Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18360076Wed, 24 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowLooking for a reset that actually sticks? Ben opens up about losing 22 pounds at 48 by cutting liquid calories, reading labels, and building a simple routine that survived weekends and setbacks. No crash diets, no punishing programs—just honest...
We start with the messy middle: the cycle of weekday progress erased by beer and late-night ice cream. The shift came from one decisive weekend of saying no and keeping the workouts going. From there, Ben walks through dropping sugar and even “healthy” sweeteners, swapping fast food for cleaner meals, and choosing ingredients with short, readable labels. Managing acid reflux became a practical filter for greasy and fried foods, and once the heartburn eased, energy returned and weight moved.

Motivation had real anchors. A simple fact—each pound lost can take roughly four pounds of pressure off your knees—made every choice feel worthwhile. A Survivor audition added a spark to train for strength and endurance, even with limited time and a modest gym. Ben details how he started with 20-minute sessions on a treadmill and light weights, then gradually scaled to three longer workouts a week with walking on off days. Recovery mattered, so the plan focused on repeatability over perfection.

We also unpack the nutrition side without dogma: using a tracker to learn macros, reintroducing healthy fats like avocado and yogurt, avoiding starvation tactics, and experimenting with small supplements. When the scale stalled, he changed one lever at a time—protein intake, steps, sleep, or weekend habits. The result is a sustainable loop where early wins make discipline easier, cravings shrink, and identity shifts from “trying” to “consistent.”

If you’re ready to trade extremes for momentum, start with one cut—beer, soda, or late-night sweets—and pair it with 20 minutes of movement, three times a week. Subscribe for more practical guides, share this with a friend who needs a nudge, and leave a review to tell us the first habit you’ll change.Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>1062ben povlow,overcoming addictions,raising yourself up,self-help strategies,weight loss journeyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-63-raising-yourself-up-together-what-to-expect-from-this-show-in-2026--68994713
• expanding the audience beyond teens to all adults
• unscripted format rooted in personal experience
• sustainable weight loss and daily health habits
• simple money wins and values-based spending
• clarity on goals and removing friction
• addiction, sobriety, and authentic self
• spiritual growth, intuition, and faith
• self-care for body and mind through better inputs
• travel as a confidence and perspective builder
• radical honesty, less judgment, more uplift
• new self-help book in progress aligned to themes

Subscribe so you can be alerted when new episodes are released


Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-18338308Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowBen Povlow returns after a long break with a wider mission: practical self-help for every age built on lived experience, not scripts. Health, money, goals, sobriety, travel, and spiritual growth come together to help you stop outsourcing happiness and...
• expanding the audience beyond teens to all adults
• unscripted format rooted in personal experience
• sustainable weight loss and daily health habits
• simple money wins and values-based spending
• clarity on goals and removing friction
• addiction, sobriety, and authentic self
• spiritual growth, intuition, and faith
• self-care for body and mind through better inputs
• travel as a confidence and perspective builder
• radical honesty, less judgment, more uplift
• new self-help book in progress aligned to themes

Subscribe so you can be alerted when new episodes are released


Support the showThank you for tuning in. I hope you can take some of my knowledge and experience and apply it to your life.

Ben Povlow
www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>964ben povlow,overcoming addictions,raising yourself up,self-help strategies,weight loss journeyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/45-how-to-improve-the-quality-of-your-circumstances-right-now--43682208www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-7913806Wed, 17 Feb 2021 02:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowOur circumstances consist of 3 phases, where we have been, where we are now, and where we are going. We can't change our past, but we can change our future. In this episode, certified professional life coach Ben Povlow breaks it down in a quick and...www.theselfhelpcompany.com]]>446ben povlow,improve my circumstances,our circumstances consist of 3,self help podcasts,self-improvement podcasts,the quality of circumstances,the self-help company llc,we can change our future,we can't change our past,wh,where we have beenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/44-discover-why-the-power-of-choice-is-our-greatest-gift--43456335www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com to get your first free self-improvement book today.]]>Buzzsprout-7833145Fri, 12 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowWe make choices every day. Are they good for you or bad for you? Regardless of what you choose, realizing the power to choose is the only thing we have total control over. In this episode, author Ben Povlow explains not only why choice is the only...www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com to get your first free self-improvement book today.]]>752ben povlow,free self-improvement books,improve the quality of your li,self-help for at-risk teens,self help for teenagers,the power of choice,the power to choose,the self-help company,total control over choices we falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/43-take-action-if-you-want-results-stop-being-paralyzed-by-indecision--43456334Buzzsprout-7754239Tue, 09 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this episode, Ben Povlow explains why any action is better than no action at all. We all get paralyzed by indecision sometimes. Don't let self-doubt and discouragement stop you from doing what you want in life. Let Ben help motivate you to take...241ben povlow,finding motivation,motivational podcast,raising yourself up,self-help podcasts,stop being paralyzed by indeci,take action if you want resultfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/59-chapter-16-self-development-strategies--54481725Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7730965Sun, 07 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>1892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/58-chapter-15-money-make-it-save-it-and-invest-it--54481724Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7716724Sun, 07 Feb 2021 01:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>1462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/57-chapter-14-technology-make-it-work-for-you--54481726Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7703671Sat, 06 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>1042falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/56-chapter-13-hobbies-and-ways-to-spend-your-time--54481734Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7687675Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>716falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/55-chapter-12-taking-care-of-yourself--54481732Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7667272Thu, 04 Feb 2021 03:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/54-chapter-11-becoming-aware-of-your-habits--54481736Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7665748Thu, 04 Feb 2021 02:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>428falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-chapter-10-developing-your-character--54481728Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7658248Wed, 03 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>555falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52-chapter-9-the-price-of-trouble--54481738Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7617985Mon, 01 Feb 2021 22:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>748falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/51-chapter-8-the-dangers-of-drugs-and-alcohol--54481737Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7593499Sun, 31 Jan 2021 22:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>674falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-chapter-7-your-physical-well-being--54481741Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7574059Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>586falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/47-chapter-4-understanding-grief-and-loss--54481735Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573945Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/48-chapter-5-adapting-to-your-living-situation--54481733Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573993Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>598falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/49-chapter-6-friendship-qualities--54481730Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7574026Sat, 30 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>484falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/46-chapter-3-how-anger-affects-you--54481740Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573915Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>443falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/43-introduction-to-ben-s-book-self-help-for-at-risk-teens--54481731
Self-Help for At-Risk Teens was written from the perspective of someone who has been there. Through my words, the hard lessons I have learned from watching my life spiral out of control, I present a no-nonsense approach to taking control of your life. By pressing play, you will learn how to overcome the odds and live the life you were always meant to live.

This episode contains the introduction to the book being read by the author, Ben Povlow.

My story is the story of so many young people in the world. Although the names and places may be different, the poor decision-making skills and everything that follows are universal to those who don’t yet know how to channel their pain and restore thier hope for a better future. Thankfully, after narrowly escaping the worst possible outcome, I found my way out of the hopelessness and despair.

In this book, I share what helped me in the hopes it will help you as you heal and grow.

By reading the book or listening to this episode and the 16 that follow it, you’ll discover:

What’s putting you at risk
How anger affects you
How to adapt to your living situation
The dangers of drugs and alcohol
Self-development strategies
And much more!

If you’re ready to see lasting changes and live the life of your dreams, this book is the perfect tool to help you get there.

Click here to view the book on Amazon.com

Thanks for listening,
Ben PovlowSupport the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573366Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowLife is messy, but the mess doesn’t define you. Keep listening to find out how to turn your life around… Self-Help for At-Risk Teens was written from the perspective of someone who has been there. Through my words, the hard lessons I have learned...
Self-Help for At-Risk Teens was written from the perspective of someone who has been there. Through my words, the hard lessons I have learned from watching my life spiral out of control, I present a no-nonsense approach to taking control of your life. By pressing play, you will learn how to overcome the odds and live the life you were always meant to live.

This episode contains the introduction to the book being read by the author, Ben Povlow.

My story is the story of so many young people in the world. Although the names and places may be different, the poor decision-making skills and everything that follows are universal to those who don’t yet know how to channel their pain and restore thier hope for a better future. Thankfully, after narrowly escaping the worst possible outcome, I found my way out of the hopelessness and despair.

In this book, I share what helped me in the hopes it will help you as you heal and grow.

By reading the book or listening to this episode and the 16 that follow it, you’ll discover:

What’s putting you at risk
How anger affects you
How to adapt to your living situation
The dangers of drugs and alcohol
Self-development strategies
And much more!

If you’re ready to see lasting changes and live the life of your dreams, this book is the perfect tool to help you get there.

Click here to view the book on Amazon.com

Thanks for listening,
Ben PovlowSupport the show]]>226falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/44-chapter-1-what-is-putting-you-at-risk--54481729Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573507Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>593falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/45-chapter-2-the-effects-of-being-at-risk--54481727Support the show]]>Buzzsprout-7573819Sat, 30 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000Ben Povlowhttps://www.patreon.com/selfhelpforatriskteensSupport the show]]>655falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/42-traditional-employment-or-entrepreneurship-which-is-better--43196629https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ You can also check out Ben's book at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook]]>Buzzsprout-7527670Thu, 28 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowTraditional Employment or Entrepreneurship - Which is Better? That is the question. In this episode, author and business owner Ben Povlow breaks down the differences between the two. Do you prefer a steady paycheck or are you willing to roll the dice...https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ You can also check out Ben's book at https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook]]>557ben povlow,entrepreneurship,self-help for at-risk teens,self help for teenagers,self-help for young adults,traditional employment,which is better,young adult podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/41-stop-wasting-your-time-and-empower-your-mind--43196630https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Please rate and review this show. Thank you.]]>Buzzsprout-7439269Sat, 23 Jan 2021 03:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowWhat are you putting into your mind on a daily basis? Are you empowering yourself or disempowering yourself? In this episode, certified life coach and self-help author Ben Povlow breaks down the importance of being willing to do the things that others...https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Please rate and review this show. Thank you.]]>536ben povlow,empower your mind,mindset and goals,parenting teenagers,raising yourself up,self development for young adu,self-help for at-risk teens,stop wasting time,teen girl sel,the self-help company,time freedom,troubled teensfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/40-how-to-properly-prepare-yourself-for-a-job-interview--43196631https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/]]>Buzzsprout-7366147Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this episode, Certified Life Coach Ben Povlow shares tips, techniques, and strategies for how to properly prepare yourself for a job interview. 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In this episode, Ben makes the case for why you should want to learn the life...https://www.theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast You can learn more about Ben's book by going to https://www.theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook]]>741ben povlow,depending on other people,how to cook healthy meals for ,how to get a job,how to get your drive,how to make money,how to open a bank account,raising yourself up,raising yourself up podcast,troubled teens podcast,what is creditfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/35-not-all-advice-is-created-equal--42732385Buzzsprout-6992383Thu, 24 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this special episode, you will get to listen in on author Ben Povlow getting advice from a business coach. I will be applying some of his suggestions and some, maybe not so much. 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Check your local online book store for availability.]]>1412deciding what you really want,discovering why you want the r,how to overcome the obstac,how to set goals,reasons some people never set ,secrets to goal-getting,secrets to goal setting,the importance of setting realfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/29-learn-how-to-create-a-healthy-level-of-self-esteem--42254199https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Ben's book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens is now available in 160 countries. Check your local online book store for availability.]]>Buzzsprout-6534832Tue, 24 Nov 2020 18:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowSelf-help author Ben Povlow shares practical strategies you can use to create a healthy level of self-esteem. Some people have an inflated amount of self-esteem, to the point where they become arrogant. Others have very low self-esteem, and constantly...https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Ben's book, Self-Help for At-Risk Teens is now available in 160 countries. Check your local online book store for availability.]]>873an inflated amount of self-est,create a healthy level of self,how to limit the negative effe,how you can take control,low self-esteem,the value of your small achiev,why it is important to have refalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/28-how-can-your-attitude-improve-the-way-you-feel--42254198https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Learn more about Ben's new book Self-Help for At-Risk Teens by going to https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook/]]>Buzzsprout-6488425Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this episode, self-help author Ben Povlow shares strategies you can use to improve your attitude and attract more positivity to your life. Your mind is the one thing you have total control over when you're born. You can decide whether to have a...https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Learn more about Ben's new book Self-Help for At-Risk Teens by going to https://theselfhelpcompany.com/bensbook/]]>828attract more positivity to you,ben povlow,how can your attitude improve ,podcast for teenagers,self-help books for teenagers,self-help for at-risk teens,teen podcast,teen self-help books,the self-help company,your mind is thfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/27-how-to-develop-a-mindset-for-overcoming-adversity--42254196https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Ben's New book Self-Help for At-Risk Teens is now available at most online retailers.]]>Buzzsprout-6426430Tue, 17 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowSelf-help author Ben Povlow shares his experience of how changing his mindset changed the course of his life. In this episode, he gives tips, techniques, and strategies you can use to develop a mindset for creating happiness in your life. These topics...https://theselfhelpcompany.com/podcast/ Ben's New book Self-Help for At-Risk Teens is now available at most online retailers.]]>922believing you can create the n,changing his mindset changed t,flipping a mental switch,how to see yourself as the per,mindset for overcoming adversi,the importance of believing yofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-interview-why-ben-povlow-wrote-his-book-and-started-a-podcast--41996251www.TheSelfHelpCompany.com]]>Buzzsprout-6255712Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:00:00 +0000Ben PovlowIn this episode, Ben Povlow is being interviewed by Toby Gribben of Shout Radio in the United Kingdom. Ben talks about the reasons he wrote his new book Self-Help for At-Risk Teens and why he created this podcast with the same name. 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