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Coach your teen confidently through exam challenges
Whether you are a parent, educator or senior leader, no doubt you are asking yourself the question right now as to - how can we emotionally support our students and children to cope with the pressure of exams, particularly in these challenging times?
A pressurised work environment not only creates stress for many students but also leads to problems with sleep, work, focus as well as memory and recall. In this article, we will look at five top tips to help you best support those in your care and learn how a combined coaching and wellbeing approach can help students to not just survive, but in fact, to thrive and flourish during the tough exam season.
3 Ways to Empower Teens to Make Big Life Decisions
How can you ensure that these important decisions are made with confidence and clarity?
Having guided and coached many students through these types of decisions, here are three proven coaching and positive psychology tools to help teens navigate this crucial stage and empower them to make a decision, and avoid you feeling the need to influence them!
Using coaching tools to help your teen handle pressure
It’s vital not to underestimate the impact of stress on your child, nor the positive influence you can have. I’ve witnessed moments when stress became overwhelming—children shaking in exam halls, unable to think or write, experiencing panic attacks, or enduring 24 hours of stress-induced hiccups from work pressure.
Support your teen to have a smooth start back to school
Starting a new school year can be a mix of excitement and nerves for students. To help ensure a smooth transition, here are 8 practical tips to make the first week back as smooth and strong as possible:
Open Up the Conversation: Before school starts, have a chat with them. Ask them what they’re looking forward to and what’s on their mind. Share what you found daunting at their age and still do now in your professional life. This helps them know they are not alone in their emotions and to voice their feelings, setting the stage for a supportive start.