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Toblerone logo showing hidden bear used to explain NLP deletion and low confidence and anxiety in children
May 31 2026

What has Chocolate got to do with NLP?

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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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Apr 22 2026

Making Time For Children

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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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Nov 5 2025

The Happiness Advantage

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The Power of Happiness in Child Development! In today’s fast-paced world, children are increasingly exposed to academic pressures that can lead to feelings of anxiety. As they navigate schoolwork, tests, and homework, it’s essential to recognise the impact of happiness on their overall development. Research indicates that only[…]

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Oct 29 2025

Undertstanding Failure (or just feedback)

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Transforming Failure into Resilience! Many children struggle when faced with failure, leading to a cycle of fear and avoidance. This anxiety can prevent them from trying new things, making friends, or achieving their educational goals. Understanding and addressing this issue is vital for parents who want to nurture[…]

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Sep 3 2025

Nurturing Your Child’s Confidence

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How to Boost a Child’s Confidence As a licenced NLP4Kids practitioner based in Telford, I often encounter children grappling with anxiety and self-doubt. Confidence is not just a trait; it’s a state of mind that can profoundly affect a child’s happiness and overall well-being. When children possess confidence,[…]

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Aug 27 2025

Supporting Young Lives – Caring for Child Carers

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The 2021 Census said there were approximately 120,000 young carers, aged between 5 and 17 years, in England and 8,200 in Wales. This trend underscores a serious issue affecting the mental health and educational outcomes of children, particularly in communities like Telford. The Impact of Caring on Children[…]

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Aug 7 2025

Academic Success Through Emotional Wellbeing

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Emotional health plays a significant role in a child’s prospects in school,  As a licenced NLP4Kids practitioner at Child Therapy Telford, its very clear how emotional health impacts a child’s educational journey. I’d like to  share practical strategies for fostering positive emotional development. Self-esteem and Confidence: Emotional health directly[…]

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Jul 1 2025

Perfectionism: The Silent Saboteur

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At first glance, perfectionism can look like a positive trait, high standards, ambition, and a desire to do well. But dig a little deeper, and it’s often driven by something far less helpful: fear. Behind many perfectionist children is a quiet anxiety whispering: “What if I fail?” “What[…]

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May 26 2025

Calming Technique to Help Anxiety

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👣Grounding techniques are practices that help you focus back on the present moment. They work by engaging your senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—helping you anchor in the here and now.          Simple yet powerful tools that can benefit parents, teens and children. How it[…]

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Apr 15 2025

The Importance of Addressing Anger in Childhood

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It is often said that the way we handle our emotions in childhood significantly influences our emotional landscape as adults. While the idea that unaddressed temper tantrums in toddlers can lead to explosive reactions in teenagers—and even mid-life crises—may sound exaggerated, there is an element of truth to[…]

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