One of my favourite parenting stories is about a famous research scientist who made several important medical breakthroughs. He was asked by a journalist why he was so successful and he told the story of a very early lesson he learnt from his Mum when he dropped a carton of milk in the kitchen. Instead […]
Here are practical tips for parents to help nurture grit (perseverance and passion for long-term goals) in their children—without pushing them too hard or making it feel like pressure: 💬 1. Model Grit Yourself Kids absorb what they see. Talk openly about your own challenges and how you’re working through them. Phrases like: “This is […]
Emotional literacy is a bigger predictor of school success than knowing letters or numbers – and it starts long before the classroom. When we talk about school readiness, we often focus on academic basics – counting to 10, recognising letters, writing their name. But the quiet superpower that often gets overlooked? Emotional regulation. A child’s […]
Despite divorce being on the increase around the world, parents often feel at a loss when searching for practical support. They also feel overwhelmed, confused, afraid, resentful, or completely frozen in panic about how to handle the changes in their family’s way of life. Sometimes this fear manifests itself as animosity, which turns the whole […]
It’s Time to Let Go of What Was… I work with many parents going through the difficulties of major life changes and many of the people I coach are stuck. We are living through different and difficult times. Are you flourishing or floundering? In this blog I want to help shift your mindset around change. […]
In today’s success-driven society, it’s easy to develop a fear of failure. Parents and teachers often emphasise the importance of getting things right the first time, which can unintentionally instill in children a fear of making mistakes. As a former Deputy Head I was always mindful about making sure the children in my class […]
You know when your plans don’t always go according to plan? You know ‘the best laid plans of mice and men’ scenario when even with the most careful planning things don’t necessarily work out the way you thought? You know that moment when your kids are tired, overwhelmed, frustrated, striving for more independence or […]
Morning Routines: Simple Strategies To Get Out The Door Faster, Less Frazzled And Smiling First Thing In The Morning Children thrive when they know what to expect and what they have to do. Implementing a morning routine will make them feel secure and prepared for the day ahead. Even more importantly, it will make your […]
Simple Strategies To Get Out The Door Faster, Less Frazzled And Smiling First Thing In The Morning Children thrive when they know what to expect and what they have to do. Implementing a morning routine will make them feel secure and prepared for the day ahead. Even more importantly, it will make your life a […]
Courage isn’t about something magical that happens inside us to make us ‘not scared’. It’s about something magical that happens inside us to make us push through fear, self-doubt, anxiety, and do the things that feel hard, challenging, or out of our comfort zone. Sometimes, courage only has to happen for just a […]
Let’s be honest life can be really hard at the best of times, but it’s even tougher at the moment. So wouldn’t it be great if you could hire a professional cheerleader just to follow you around all day and cheer you on? Someone that kept telling you you’re doing a great job even when […]
I’m delighted to tell you that my The Can-Do Kids’ Journal for Superheroes: Discover Your Confidence Superpower! has had fab reviews from Fundamentally Children – by Dr. Amanda Gummer a research psychologist specialising in child development. What is it The ‘Can Do Kid Journal for Superheroes’ is all about helping children feel more confident, […]
I’ve just written an eBook on GRIT that will be available to download from my website shop very soon, as I believe it is a very important part of helping to raise a child with confidence in their own ability. Here’s a story for you to ‘Pause to Ponder’ today ……. A boy was playing […]
As a former Deputy Head and Head of PSHE ( Personal, Social , Health Education) I was invited to speak on BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey about a new study that recommends that schools must teach children character and values. More than eight out of ten parents believe schools should teach children character and values […]
How can I teach my children to be resilient this week ?
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