The Sue Atkins Sunday Sayings
Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody’s heart. ~ Anthony J. D’Angelo
Author: Sue Atkins
Get a wriggle on
We all know that exercise is good for us, but new guidelines from the Chief Medical Officer say that this shouldn’t be limited to trips to the gym or jogging to work. Instead we should be thinking about encouraging physical activity from a really young age – before a child is five. The new guidelines […]
Mum of The Year Awards – getting nominating NOW !
Nominations are open for The 2012 Tesco Real Mum of The Year Awards and will be the biggest yet, and they need your help to find the unsung heroes from your local communities, the extraordinary women who make a difference to the lives of everyone around them. This is your chance to tell Tesco about a mum […]
Be The Ball And Bounce !
“I’m going to give you a little advice… There’s a force in the universe that makes things happen. And all you have to do is get in touch with it, stop thinking, let things happen and be the ball.” That was actually a quote from Ty Webb, played by Chevy Chase, in the movie Caddyshack. […]
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I wonder whether you were ever told that you were a poor speller at school. If you were, I bet you can still remember exactly who told you that, where you were and how you felt……. The power of teachers and I should know…. I used to be one ! Now think back and remember […]
Successful Parents Use Three Interchangeable Words!
The three magic words that will transform your parenting success are: Creative, Flexible and Imaginative – and the beauty is that they are virtually interchangeable! If you are creative, you can think of alternative and different ways to work around your family ups and downs and problems and these new ways always work with your […]
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parenting Affirmation
Today I can do anything I put my mind to.
The latest in my Parenting Expert Podcasts – The 5 a day Parenting Checklist
Listen in to me discussing the new recommendations for a 5 a day Parenting Checklist on BBC Radio Wales phone -in. What are your thoughts? Is it a Nanny State or is positive parenting a good idea to remind us all that kids spell love T-I-M-E ? BBC Radio Wales phone-in ~ Part 1 […]
My take on ways forward after the riots.
The riots in the UK shocked the world but I believe that good will come from the ashes of the burning cars and the looted shops as we will as a Nation begin to look at the underlying causes to such wilful and reckless looting, greed and disaffection. It has become the norm, over recent […]
Are you ….. Stuck On Stupid?
My friend Karen, who teaches teenagers in a local Secondary school, is always saying that too many parents are “Stuck On Stupid ! ” She sees so many parents who insist on playing today’s game by yesterday’s rules and are inflexible as their emerging teenager transforms into a young adult. If you insist on being […]
The Sue Atkins Wednesday Story To Ponder !
The Magik of Metaphor…… I love metaphors as they are a great way to pass on our values, our beliefs and our ethos and philosophies for Life to our kids through telling simple stories. I use them to get the parents I coach pondering and reflecting and even musing! That’s why every Wednesday […]
Are you a Thermometer or a Thermostat?
Here’s an idea that I’ve adapted for family life from Seth Godin. A thermostat is far more valuable than a thermometer. A thermometer tells you when something isn’t right. It’s an indicator that something’s out of sync, unbalanced, out of kilter, ill, broken, troubled or in need of help. A thermostat, on the other hand, […]
National Youth Success Week 14th – 20th
Remember, YOU are writing the story of a child’s life one day at a time; I challenge you to Make It A Happy Ending! ~ Linette Daniels Young people are faced with obstacles and temptations on a daily basis leaving many with the feeling that success is out of reach, especially if they live in […]
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parent Coaching Question
How can I show more respect to my child?
Set your sights high for your kids
I gave a keynote speech for the Staff Conference in Central Hall Westminister for the wonderful School Home Support Charity for whom I am an ambassador when I read this wonderful quote: “Set your sights high, the higher the better. Expect the most wonderful things to happen, not in the future but right now. Realize that […]