When we learn with others it galvanises our intention and we are more likely to keep up the practice. When we learn as a family, we share an experience that has a ripple effect of positive behaviours. We can all benefit from a little Mindfulness in our lives. If you are wondering still why you should invest time in …
10 Top Confidence Tips for Children
Unconditional Love When you show children that your love for them is unconditional, not based on their achievements, their self talk is more positive. When they make mistakes, they are more likely to pick themselves up and try again. Mistakes become part of learning and criticising or shaming are no longer part of their vocabulary, if you remain consistent and …
From Rabbits to Roosters, My Resolutions Reframed
Since 2011 which was the Chinese year of the rabbit, I decided that I couldn’t focus my mind to think of New Year resolutions for 31st December and so postponed it. Not indefinitely you understand but giving myself breathing space. Specifically until I found my feet in the new year, post the madness of the festive season. This practice continues …
Mum’s Gap Year.
The night before I travel anywhere it is always the same. That sense of relief when you haven’t slept properly because you are waiting for the alarm to go off and finally it does. Feeling like I have done 5 rounds with Nicola Adams, I have the puffy eyes to prove it. My day starts, kettle on for a …
Marvellous Monkey!
MINDSET Well here we are again, the 8th of February and a new animal for the Chinese New Year – The Monkey. This somewhat cheeky little character will bring a fast pace to the year, oodles of motivation and the ability to actually get things done. So the key to getting the most from this year is your choice of …