Quality over quantity?
Why do we exist in a world where someone is constantly looking; a constant scrutiny regarding the quantity, efficiency and profit of what we do?
Difficult feelings
If you’re editing a part of yourself or keeping it hidden away then people never truly see you. We value being seen, we benefit from being understood and accepted.
It’s time to get things started?
In the here and now, Scrooge places no emphasis on empathy and connection - why would he?
Inner (tree) work
The tree recovered outwardly yet the dark, traumatic stains remain from 1914-1918…
Uncomfortably numb
‘I'll need some information first, just the basic facts.
Can you show me where it hurts?’
Feeling stuck?
I’ve noticed I never feel more alive than when I’m working towards something.
Order some resilience whilst there’s plenty about
Is resilience something we can all tick off?
(Non-possessive) love lifts us up where we belong
What does it mean to belong?
Walking therapy, walk and talk, outdoor therapy…bring the inside out!
Bring the Inside Out - outdoor, walking and talking therapy
Spiritual growth has its roots in spaces that please us
Why gardening offers a therapeutic feeling
Shadow
How do you begin to find something about yourself that is hidden?
Perfection
‘Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack, a crack in everything
That's how the light gets in’ Anthem - Leonard Cohen
Feedback on that sunset…
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.”
But you’ve got to go to school you’re the headteacher!
A relational approach to exclusions and non-attendance
Demanding attention in school: demanding attachment?
Attention seeking children may be seeking attachment. Helping those that are excluded or refusing school.
Nick Luxmoore’s working with anger and young people
Sometimes it's possible to see 'unofficial anger being passed up and down a school system
Trying to connect to something
You often hear how we are more connected globally, as the digital generation, yet people are left feeling personally disconnected. In hindsight, it strikes me we should be very grateful for the digital connection we had during the lockdown, regardless of the pitfalls. I suppose it’s how you use it. As much as being online rescued us, there can be no denying the importance of physical contact and close proximity. Geographically speaking, to just gather and be exposed to difference, some variety, and some opportunity.
Mental health in schools could radiate outwards
It won’t be new to anyone in education, but those not involved may be surprised to learn how many teachers I speak to find themselves waking up an hour earlier than needed during busy terms, ruminating over the academic progress or pastoral care of numerous pupils.