Have you ever thought about how things seem when you watch yourself, and your child from another perspective? Take a moment to think about the last time you felt your child was behaving inappropriately. You may have lectured them, or even shouted at them. Indeed when we reach this point and are exasperated, and trying […]
Ask questions that will encourage your child to open up and share their feelings When a friend, colleague, or loved one asks “How was your day?” how do you usually respond? The likelihood is that you answer with a simple “Oh, it was fine” or some other similarly unforthcoming response. There are two reasons for […]
Parenting watch-outs now the kids are back in school. With England’s schools having opened their doors a few weeks ago after what has been a lengthy period of home learning, many kids have already settled back into the old/new routine while others are still not quite there yet. Either way, there are always ways that […]
Traditionally back to school can be, for some children, a source of worry and anxiety and as parents we’re always seeking out the best strategies to help. Right now, we have a few weeks to guide all of our children through the transition from lockdown learning back to school. So what can we do to […]
The Power of Positive Affirmations and Intentions While scientists once thought the brain stopped developing in childhood, research has proven that the brain can form new neural pathways and create neurons even in adulthood. We already know that eating well, and exercising can help release feel-good hormones, and the same applies to meditation and affirmations. By […]
With 2021 starting off on a very rocky and uncertain path, Nadim Saad, founder of The Happy Confident Company, parenting expert, and father of three girls, recommends the five skills that will help us navigate the stormy waters and find strength, happiness, and balance. 1. Bring out your inner child The adage that the world […]
Reading between the lines of your children’s new years’ resolutions can actually tell you so much more than your child will ever do. So, even if you have a child that doesn’t ‘open up’, it’s time for parents to listen up and see how we can help them more in 2021. Our Head of Brand, […]
On a mission to help families and children thrive, parenting expert, father of three, and founder Nadim Saad offers advice on what we can take from 2020 to help move into 2021 with greater positivity, optimism, and strength. There is no arguing that 2020 was a tough and challenging year for us all, and now […]
Children can feel anxious in these challenging and uncertain times. And is it any wonder when they hear adults around them and on the news talking about the virus, deaths, etc.? Not to mention that for the majority of children, their external reality has also changed. Kids all over the country have to wear masks […]
Research shows that our habits create our reality. The easiest and most effective way to make positive change is to make small daily changes. Over time, these little changes accumulate, and result in considerable change over time. We’ve identified seven positive habits – all based on renowned psychological principals and research – to help the […]
