As a Parent Coach and mum of two grown up children I am often shocked, distressed and searching for ways to help our society move towards a better future where children can grow up safe, well balanced and with a purpose in life. Free from despair, anger, drugs and hopelessness. I am not a politician and it […]
The most important gift you can give your child is the gift of self esteem. Self-esteem is how you rate yourself deep down. It is a belief and a confidence in your own ability and value. It’s a gentle knowing that: you like yourself. you think you’re a good human being. you deserve […]
As you know underpining all my work as a Parent Coach is my passion to help you raise happy, confident, well behaved children, bursting with self esteem and self confidence and able to go on to fulfil their true unlimited potential, free from the crippling effects of low self esteem. Today my guest blogger is […]
The difference that makes the difference. Here’s a story from my never ending notebook and everlasting pencil. As she stood in front of her fifth-year primary class on the first day of the school year, Mrs Evans uttered the usual platitude. She told her students that she liked them all equally and would treat […]
A major part of bringing up kids is learning how to talk with and to your children. The way you talk to your child teaches them how to talk to others. Here are some simple but really effective talking tips to try out with your kids: Connect before you direct Before giving your child directions, […]
When I was a Deputy Head teacher I taught 35 Reception aged children (4-5 year olds) and I saw a Mum do this wonderfully simple, but really reassuring thing at the door of my classroom one day, which I have often told people about since. Before saying goodbye, kiss your child’s hand & tell them to put the kiss in their […]
I’ve just finished filming 6 hours of footage for a potential new series for Channel 4 and one thing that they seemed to like, was my idea of writing down what you get right as a parent and what goes WELL each day. We are all very good at beating ourselves up over what we […]
I focus on all the positive things happening in my life. My willingness to change my thinking helps me to relax, see my successes and celebrate what my children get right. Download your copy of Sue’s Ebook How to give your kids the gift of self-esteem by clicking hereAbout the author Sue Atkins is a […]
Last week I had the pleasure of being interviewed by my great friend and experienced publisher and author, Ed Peppitt, about being the best selling author of “Raising Happy Children for Dummies” one in the famous black and yellow series. We talk about how I was invited by Wiley to write the book on Platform 9 of […]
Divorce is stressful for parents and children alike and although reactions will depend on a child’s age, temperament, and the circumstances surrounding the split, many children feel sad, frustrated, angry, and anxious — and it’s not uncommon for them to become naughty at home or at school because of those feelings. Fortunately, you can help […]
I am always thrilled to read my articles when they are published. This month I am delighted to be interviewed for Psychologies Magazine and you can find me on page 38 of this month’s issue talking about disciplining children with firm, fair and consistent discipline. Also I was delighted to feature in a Campaign for […]
There is absolutely no doubt that raising a family can be an exhausting, challenging and on many occasions a frustrating business; but when you get it right there is no single experience in life that will prove to be as fulfilling and rewarding as bringing up happy children. Every parent wants to do the […]
‘Keep on telling me what I am, and that’s what I’ll become’. Be careful how you describe your children to their faces, to your friends and listen to what other family members say about each other and be mindful of accepting what you hear from your child’s teachers. Labels are so easy […]
This week is Anti Bullying Week so with this in mind I want you to ponder new and simple ways to increase your child’s self esteem. “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” ~ Helen Keller As you know I work with many parents who […]
Learn how to be a strong role model for your teen as they grow into a self-aware young adult – why it’s important to be sensitive and supportive of your teen’s need to experiment with the way they look and dress, in the face of so much peer and media pressure. Join me on Parent […]
A Practical Guide
A calm, practical starter guide from Sue Atkins to help you handle smartphones, social media, gaming, sleep and online pressure — without rows or panic.
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