Comparison Is the Thief of Joy – Are We Teaching Our Children to Compare Themselves with Others? “Comparison is the thief of joy.” It’s a simple saying, but when you stop and think about it, there’s a lot of truth in those few words. And in today’s world of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, it’s
When choosing an after-school activity for your child, what matters most? The one that’s closest to home? Or… The one that’s right for your child? Let’s face it — family life is busy. School runs. Work. Homework. Dinner. Clubs. Trying to remember who needs to be where and at what time! So naturally, when we’re
Back to School: When Parents Worry Too The summer holidays are nearly over. Uniforms are being checked, school shoes are being bought and parents everywhere are suddenly wondering where those six weeks went! For many families, going back to school is exciting. But it can also bring a few butterflies — and not just for
If your child doesn’t get the GCSE or A-Level results they were hoping for… would you know who to contact first? sesma parent guide exam results HERE School? College? University admissions? UCAS? And what other options are available if the original plan suddenly changes? We’ve put together a FREE Parent Results Day Action Guide explaining
Results Day Is Coming… Here’s How to Prepare Yourself (Whatever Happens) For many families, the countdown to GCSE and A-Level Results Day can be just as stressful as the exams themselves. As the day gets closer, it’s perfectly normal for students to start asking themselves questions like: “What if I haven’t done enough?” “What if
The Happiness of Your Life Depends on the Quality of Your Thoughts We all have those days. The school run has been chaotic, work has been stressful, the washing machine has decided to stop working, and by bedtime you feel completely worn out. Yet have you ever noticed that two people can go through exactly
As parents, it’s only natural to want life to be as easy as possible for our children. We celebrate their successes, comfort them when things go wrong and do everything we can to help them grow into happy, confident young people. But one of the greatest gifts we can give our children isn’t making life
What Children Learn From Watching Their Parents Children are always watching. Even when we think they’re busy playing, watching TV or not paying attention, they’re quietly taking in the world around them. As parents, it’s easy to believe that what we tell our children is what shapes them most. In reality, it’s often what we
Keeping Children Safe and Happy During the Summer Heatwave The UK isn’t always known for hot weather, but when a heatwave arrives, it can catch many families by surprise. Children love being outdoors, playing with friends, running around the park, or spending hours in the garden. However, hot weather can affect children much more quickly
Self-Worth: Knowing Your Value in a World That Constantly Measures You When was the last time you stopped and thought about your self-worth? Not your job title. Not your bank balance. Not your qualifications. Not how many likes your latest social media post received. Just your worth as a person. For many adults, self-worth becomes
