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Continue reading →: When People Stop Talking to You: What do you do?
When someone suddenly cuts off communication without explanation, it can feel like a blow to the face. Neurologically, it causes us all kinds of chaos in the brain. It’s important to remember that it is an experience many of us have had, whether in friendships, work relationships, or collaborations. While…
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Continue reading →: Understanding and Addressing Complex Behaviours in Today’s Youth
The world is changing at a intense pace, and with it, the behaviours of children and teens. As parents, educators, and leaders, navigating these changes can feel overwhelming. Drawing on 25 years of experience in mental health and resilience, this blog post is on understanding behaviour as a form of…
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Continue reading →: How to Address the Epidemic of Feeling Alone
Have you ever wondered why you feel alone even when surrounded by others? It’s not uncommon. Loneliness can emerge in personal relationships, classrooms, workplaces, and even marriages. My work has centred on bringing the hurting closer—a theme I explore in my books for parents and educators. Loneliness often drives behaviours…
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Continue reading →: How to Set Boundaries and Strengthen Your Relationships
This blog is based from a session I hosted with my Bravely Connected Community. We were exploring boundaries—a concept that is deeply personal and unique to each of us. Whether it’s with children, partners, family members, or colleagues, boundaries are essential to creating healthy, sustainable relationships. Why Boundaries Matter The…
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Continue reading →: Top Blogs of 2024 Pt 2 – You May Not Be Depressed. It Could be THIS
Life feels chaotic when we stray from alignment with who we are and what we’re meant to do. This misalignment often manifests as self-doubt, negative self-talk, or even feelings of inadequacy. Many of us experience moments where our internal dialogue becomes a source of self-criticism, questioning our worth and purpose.…
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Continue reading →: Top Blogs of 2024: Why You Feel You Don’t Fit in
Belonging is more than just fitting in. It’s a deep-rooted connection that makes people more resilient, even in the face of negativity or opposition. But how do we create this sense of belonging? For two decades, I conducted a social experiment in schools while teaching dance. At the end of…
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Continue reading →: We’re Dealing With Anxiety All Wrong – what we CAN do instead
In today’s world, anxiety has become a familiar challenge for many children, parents, and educators. But what if, instead of seeing anxiety as a problem, we viewed it as a signal—a call for connection, understanding, and support? Anxiety is not an enemy; it’s a bodyguard, a protective force that shields…
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Continue reading →: ADHD Support Strategies That Actually Work
Imagine a boardroom, filled with key decision-makers: the CEO, the CFO, and other essential roles that keep the organization running smoothly. In a brain with ADHD, certain roles at this mental “boardroom” table are absent. Key functions like memory, organization, time management, emotional regulation, and behavior management are missing. This…
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Continue reading →: The Signs Of Compassion Fatigue, and Four Ways to Get Through it
Compassion fatigue isn’t just “being tired.” It’s a deeper exhaustion that comes from constantly giving emotionally to others, leading to feelings of stress, isolation, and sometimes a sense of unworthiness. It can affect every aspect of life—work, relationships, health—and recognizing it is the first step in addressing it. Recognizing the…
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Continue reading →: The Battle for the Mind: A Guide for Parents and Teachers Supporting Boys with Anxiety
One of the foundational ideas behind this resource is something I learned from a counsellor: “Don’t let your mind wander; wander your mind.” In moments of anxiety, thoughts can spiral downward, leading to panic, paralysis, or a sense of being frozen. The idea is to redirect those thoughts intentionally. This…
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