No More Empty Pots (nmepomaha.org) recently participated in the Bellevue EmPOWER Youth Summit, where CEO Talia McGill led a breakout session designed to help teens navigate life’s pressures while staying grounded in their goals and values.
McGill’s session, “Finding Your Balance: Goals, Growth, and Showing Up for Yourself & Others,” focused on helping students explore balance, self-advocacy, and peer support while reflecting on the expectations they face in school, friendships, and daily life. The interactive presentation encouraged participants to move away from perfectionism and instead focus on personal growth and self-awareness.
Throughout the session, teens engaged in guided discussions, movement-based activities, and real-life scenarios that allowed them to practice speaking up for themselves, identifying their personal motivations, and learning how to support friends who may be experiencing challenges.
Participants also explored how understanding their values and long-term goals can help them make healthier decisions in school, relationships, and everyday life.
The breakout session aligned with the summit’s mission to empower young people with practical tools they can apply immediately as they grow into confident leaders within their communities.
Through initiatives like youth engagement, food systems education, and community collaboration, No More Empty Pots continues to create opportunities that equip the next generation with knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills.
For more information, visit nmepomaha.org.