Current world events, such as war, conflict, rising inflation and the cost-of-living crisis can exacerbate the pressures and concerns our children are already facing as they grow up. So how do we best serve and support our children’s mental health and wellbeing in these challenging times? Change is
World Book Day on 3rd March, was a brilliant occasion for me. Historically, this has not always been the case as panic tends to set in on the morning of this annual reading celebration, as we frantically dress our children in spare clothes, and search to match the
It is well known that sport and exercise can have mental, as well as physical benefits for the population. However, activity levels in the UK are declining. The pandemic, and lockdown, led to a significant reduction in physical activity, according to a report published in The Lancet. Sport England have
Articulating your goals can be empowering. It gives a tangibility, a clear public commitment and level of accountability in doing everything you can to achieve them, if approached with the right mindset. Now for some, I understand, this can sound a challenge. Declaring what you intend to do
What a year we have just had. So much to unpick, so much paused due to the pandemic, so much to look back on with gratitude. Sad times, happy times, moments of pure elation. As I strive to consistently learn I believe it is important to reflect and
I am a firm believer that any physical activity or creative pursuit can be instantly empowering for the individual. Taking the first step and creating positive momentum can be uplifting in isolation or through consistency, showing progress over time, can be truly game changing in a persons life.