The Importance of Worth, Self-Understanding, & Advice for Young Women Entering Adulthood: Nellie Harden

The Importance of Worth, Self-Understanding, & Advice for Young Women Entering Adulthood: Nellie Harden

Author: Marcylle Combs June 4, 2025 Duration: 35:09

Nellie Harden is a wife, mother of 4 daughters, former worth chaser, trauma survivor, and an author and speaker in the space of Family Life & Leadership. She focuses on helping women build a solid life foundation that allows them to know their worth, have a firm grasp on their value and truly believe in themselves so they can become self-disciplined leaders of their lives and positively impact the next generation. Her career in biology and psychology has spanned fromhumpbacks to humans, and she has invested decades of her life into personal, family, faith, and leadership development and believes the time has come for women to know how to build their custom foundation and not just rely on cookiecutter antics and one size fits all tactics. When Nellie is not writing and speaking, she loves being outside with her crazy #happyharden crew and adventuring through all life has to offer.


Marcylle and Nellie discuss the challenges and triumphs of raising young women in today's world. Nellie shares her personal journey of self-discovery, the importance of understanding one's worth, and the impact of social media on young women's self-esteem. They explore practical advice for young women entering adulthood, the nuances of parenting, and the significance of mentorship and personal growth. The discussion emphasizes the need for open communication, listening, and the definition of success beyond societal expectations.

  1. Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
  2. Essentialism by Greg McKeowan
  3. 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John Maxwell

Nellie's Podcast Recommendations:

  1. Emotionally Healthy Leadership
  2. Becoming Something
  3. Whoa That's Good
  4. Masterclass


Website- https://www.nellieharden.com
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/nellie.a.harden/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/nelliehardenwriter
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nellieharden/


Hosted by Marcylle Combs, 50% with Marcylle Combs is built on the belief that women's voices and leadership are essential to every conversation. This podcast moves beyond surface-level interviews to explore the full spectrum of a leader's life. In each episode, Marcylle sits down with a woman who is actively shaping her field and community, delving into the real texture of her journey. You'll hear about the pivotal moments that defined her path, the obstacles that reshaped her direction, and the hard-won insights gathered along the way. These are not just success stories; they are honest accounts of professional and personal evolution, offering tangible advice for anyone looking to lead. By focusing on this depth, the podcast creates a platform where the diverse and inspiring narratives of women from various backgrounds, industries, and sectors take center stage. Tuning into this podcast means gaining access to a repository of experience, a source of solidarity, and a clearer understanding of what it means to build a meaningful career and life. It’s where ambition meets reflection, and where listening feels like joining a candid, necessary dialogue about progress and purpose.
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