The Social emotional performance blog
Effort Made Easy
Discover the liberating truth that effort doesn't have to be synonymous with hard work. In this Life’s Little Big Lesson we delve into the misunderstood relationship between effort and hard work, illustrating that impactful results can emerge from simple, sustainable actions. Whether it's maintaining a tidy home with daily touch-ups, building your savings with automated transfers, fitting fitness into your daily routine with micro workouts, or managing stress through mindful moments, you will see that small, consistent steps can lead to significant changes and transform the way you think of effort.
The Transformative Power of Acknowledging Accomplishments with Experiences.
Use experiential rewards instead of material gifts to celebrate children's achievements. Not only will it enhance their appreciation for non-material joys and strengthen social bonds, but also preserves the valuable lesson of working hard to earn material possessions. It teaches important life skills like saving, budgeting, and understanding the value of items, ensuring a balanced and holistic growth.
Rethinking the "New Year, New Me" Mentality.
"New Year, New Me? How about a smarter approach!
Let's swap drastic resolutions for simple, weekly updates. Think of it like refreshing your favourite app - small changes that make a big difference. Each week, take a moment to tweak your routine. Drop what's not working, keep what is, and try something new. It's all about flexibility and adapting to what life throws your way.
Say goodbye to overwhelming yearly goals. Say hello to steady, enjoyable progress.
Learning Doesn't Depend on Schools.
Transforming education by supporting parents with a practical guide to tailoring bespoke learning opportunities that engage and entertain their children effectively during school holidays.
Connect Before Content.
Too often we are so focused on getting through content, we forget to invest time in building the foundations engagement, belonging, and ultimately an appreciation for learning. Having strong connections with students and colleagues will super-charge learning and create an environment perfect for building great humans.
Chaos Comes Before Clarity
Leonardo da Vinci didn't paint the Mona Lisa in a day. It was a series of meticulous strokes, layers upon layers of paint, and countless hours of work. The learning process is no different. Embrace each challenge as an opportunity to add depth to your masterpiece.
Hook, Line and Thinker.
It’s hard to follow an instruction if you don’t understand it. Too often education explains concepts using complex academic terminology. Not overly useful for a nine year old who is more concerned about how they will win their handball game at lunch time. By changing the way we communicate information, we remove the comprehension barrier completely. The purpose of “Kid Speak” is to communicate effectively with children in a way that they can understand and engage with, while also creating a positive and enjoyable experience for them.
Don’t Be Fooled By The Highlight Reel
Don’t be fooled by someone’s highlight reel on social media. It’s about the effort that is not seen that will separate you from the rest.

