Dec 11, 2020 | children, self esteem
During your teenage years, what ‘truths’ did you tell yourself that you now know to be a lie? If you need proof of the impact self talk has, or the power of others words or opinions – remember how you once viewed yourself as a teen. Now, as an adult,...
Mar 31, 2020 | children, choice, fear, resilient
In these confusing times where there is a threat to me, my children and my family, I have been reflecting on my experience of motherhood. The choices I’ve had to make on their behalf, the mountain of things I’ve needed to know or to learn. The mistakes I have made,...
Feb 25, 2020 | Bullying, children, choice, fear, friends
A note to the bully who uses intimidation, physical threats and verbal abuse thinking people will respect you. You are misguided. Your actions inspire fear. No one likes fear, how can we like you?No one respects fear, how can we respect you?No one trusts fear, how can...
Dec 12, 2019 | anxiety, Bullying, children, coaching, Depression, fear, mental health, self esteem, sports, support, teamwork, workplace
Here is another opportunity to join myself Paul Rees, Christian Roberts and Gorseinon Rugby club at the next ‘Helping Athletes Succeed’ Workshop for coaches, parents and athletes. During this workshop, we will cover: How to get the best out of athletes...
Sep 29, 2019 | children, Motivation, resilient, support
Parenting is one of the roles in life that throws everything at you. Highs, lows, confusion then clarity, failure and success in seconds, feeling accomplished and guilty all at once. You can be riding the crest of a wave until a curve ball knocks you off, and it...
Jul 16, 2019 | anxiety, Bullying, children, choice, Depression, mental health, support, teamwork
More photos from last week’s Think Tank event in Swansea. The topic for debate was the issues faced by young people in Wales experiencing mental ill health. A huge privilege to be part of a discussion with experienced, passionate people who turned up with one...
