Tag: Building Childrens Confidence
Helping Children Focus Without Losing Their Spark
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
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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The Happiness Advantage
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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Supporting Young Lives – Caring for Child Carers
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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Academic Success Through Emotional Wellbeing
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[…]
Read moreWhy Summer Isn’t Always Sunshine for Some Children
And what you can do about it… We’re now well into the summer holidays. The early excitement has faded, the routines have gone out the window, and for many families, the emotional temperature in the home is rising faster than the outside weather. While the summer break is[…]
Read moreHannah Hampton: Proof That Resilience Beats the Odds. Every Time
Let’s talk about Hannah Hampton. From being born with strabismus (an eye condition that affected her vision) to becoming a professional goalkeeper and England Lioness… her journey is anything but ordinary. She didn’t just break through the glass ceiling. She smashed it with gloves on. This is resilience in[…]
Read morePerfectionism: The Silent Saboteur
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[…]
Read moreADHD Myths and Facts
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition affecting many children and young people in the world. It can present challenges, including difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. However, there are numerous myths surrounding ADHD that can create misunderstandings. As an NLP practitioner and licenced NLP4Kids practitioner[…]
Read moreThe Power of Language, Self Talk and Generalising!
When talking through with clients at my office in Telford on how we interpret life from the outside through our 5 senses and what we choose to filter. I recollect a time when I generalised a situation and, upon reflecting what seemed a simple action and how it[…]
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