Tag: Teen Mental Health
What has Chocolate got to do with NLP?
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
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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Unlocking Focus: Real Strategies to Help Kids Concentrate
Last Week We Started the Conversation… Last week, I posted an article about helping children improve their concentration, and this week I want to continue that conversation. Parents and educators alike have been asking the same question: How can we support children to focus better? It’s a question[…]
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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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Behaviour that Challenges
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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Focus Forward: Balancing Concentration and Well-Being in Kids
As an NLP Practitioner in Telford, I encounter parents who are eager for me to enhance their children’s concentration, particularly in academic settings. This desire, while worthy, can sometimes lead to an unbalanced focus on grades rather than the overall well-being of the child. I’ll discuss what concentration[…]
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Understanding and Managing Childhood Emotions
I often reflect on the impact of early emotional experiences on a child’s future. There’s a theory suggesting that toddlers who don’t have their tempers addressed appropriately might develop more serious behavioural issues as teenagers. If these unresolved emotions continue into adulthood, they can manifest in significant crises,[…]
Read moreUnderstanding Eating Disorders in Children: Insights and Strategies
This article provides a broad overview of eating disorders and their complexities. It highlights various influences, such as media representation and family history, that can lead to eating disorders. Recovery is possible with the right support and interventions. The multifaceted nature of eating disorders can be overwhelming, as[…]
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Hannah 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[…]
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