Category: Behaviour
“Feel the fear and do it anyway.” The phrase is closely associated with psychologist and author Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., whose bestselling book Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway was first published in 1987. It’s a phrase I particularly like when thinking about anxiety and confidence in children[…]
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We often think of hot weather as meaning more ice creams, outdoor play and lighter evenings. But for some children and young people, the heat can also bring bigger emotions, more frustration, tiredness and difficulty regulating how they feel. Our nervous system is constantly working to keep the[…]
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How The Brain Filters Reality I was sitting with a young client recently when I showed them the Toblerone logo and asked a simple question: “Can you see the bear?” Nothing. They stared at the mountain, confused. Then suddenly their whole face changed. “WAIT… THERE IT IS.” Once[…]
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Making Time For Children Not only as an NLP practitioner, therapist, and coach, but also as a mum, I want to start with full disclosure: I am by no means perfect. I juggle, I stumble, I get it wrong. But I do attempt to practise what I preach,[…]
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The holiday season looks magical on the surface, but real families know it can bring stress, pressure, and emotional overload. As an NLP4Kids practitioner and child therapist at Child Therapy Telford, and as a parent myself, I want to offer some realistic guidance to help you get through[…]
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Helping Children Focus Without Losing Their Spark – Why Concentration Can Be Tricky Concentration in children and young people is often a tricky topic, and it comes up frequently in my therapy practice in Telford, Shropshire. Parents often tell me they want their children to focus better, especially[…]
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Improving Independence In Children >Is your child independent in their learning? >Do they take responsibility for thinking about themselves? In today’s educational environment, there is a growing recognition of the importance of developing independence among students. Many children can significantly benefit from taking more initiative in their learning,[…]
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Helping Shy Children Thrive in the Classroom In every classroom, there are often a few quiet or reserved children who may struggle to connect with their peers. These students sometimes come across as unfriendly or withdrawn, leading to misconceptions about their abilities or intelligence. However, their reticence does[…]
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Behaviour that Challenges! Managing the complexities of raising children can be a daunting task, particularly when faced with challenging behaviours. For many parents, the most pressing issue is managing the anger, frustration, and impulsiveness often exhibited by boys. These behaviours can manifest as aggression, poor school attendance, and[…]
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