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24.01.2022 How can we - as parents, carers, teachers, medical professionals - actively nurture the mental health of the children and young people that we have the privilege of working with? WE CAN: - Actively listen before offering advice. - Stay patient.... - Be present. - Share our own feelings, and validate theirs. - View their behaviour as a window to their needs and feelings. - Do our best to model healthy behaviour. - Stay honest with them, and follow through on your promises. - Use open-ended questions. - Have scheduled family time. - Make active play and outdoor time a requirement. - Model forgiveness. - Recognise and praise their good choices. - Set and respect boundaries. - Believe in them, and remind them that you do! See more

24.01.2022 How do you respond to your own mistakes? It's a well-known fact that nobody is perfect. Cliched as it may sound, we are all a work in progress. Every day we learn something new, and often, this learning occurs when we mess up, make a bad decision, or go about things the wrong way. There's a lot of mental self-talk that goes on when we make a mistake, and the tone of that voice can have a massive impact on what we take away from the experience of 'messing up'. When you find yo...urself in the wrong, are you able to recognise it as an instance of learning? Or do you see that mistake as a reason to doubt yourself, to see yourself as a failure? Mistakes are beneficial only when we view them as an opportunity to grow and better ourselves. Additionally, the way we respond to our mistakes can influence how the children and young people we care for respond to their own. Children need to know that it's okay not to get everything right the first time, and if we can model this attitude in the midst of our own missteps, then they are far more likely to see mistakes as an opportunity for development as opposed to moments of failure.

23.01.2022 Kids, like adults, will inevitably compare themselves to others from time to time. It's a natural human habit, stacking ourselves up against those around us. However, it is important for us, as carers, to teach kids from an early age that their worth is not based upon their friends' achievements. Kids need to understand that, although there will always be those who are smarter, own cooler clothes, have more friends or are better at sports, IT DOESN'T MATTER. Every child has something to offer, and rather than encouraging that need to be the 'coolest' or the most 'popular', we should instead aim to encourage kids to be the one that gets along with people, the one who is generous, who stands up for others and does the right thing, even when the situation is tough. Encourage them to be the nice kid

23.01.2022 There's no denying that we are living through strange, uncertain times, and often, it can be difficult to recognise the good things within our day-to-day happenings. It's important to take a step back every now and then to allow yourself space to focus on the blessings and beauty that life brings. So, as another week comes to an end, what are YOU thankful for?

22.01.2022 Imagine this: every child has a cup that needs to be filled. It's an emotional cup, and it needs to be overflowing with affection, love, security and attention. As adults we - for the most part - know how to get a top-up. But for kids, when their cup begins to near empty, it can be nerve-wracking, confusing and upsetting. Kids deal with an empty emotional cup in many ways. They might act out in order to grab your attention, display overly needy or 'hyperactive' behaviours, or... show extreme possessiveness when it comes to things (and people) that offer them a refill. Dealing with a child's empty emotional cup can be exhausting - for the child themselves, and for those caring for them. There are many factors that can drain a child's cup: stress, social rejection, feelings of loneliness, a sense of failure, constant reprimands, or repeatedly being made to partake in activities they hate. And so, the question stands: how can we help a child refill their emotional cup? Again, there are many factors that offer kids the affection and security they crave. Playtime, genuine friendship, displays of love and connection, instances of success and opportunities to spend time doing things they love can all go a long way towards helping a child keep their cup filled to the brim!

20.01.2022 What does Father's Day look like for YOU? Perhaps it's a day that's full of laughter, of family lunches and good memories. Or perhaps, for you, it's a little more complicated than that. Either way, Father's Day looks different for each and every one of us. Whether we like to admit it or not, our parents can have a significant impact on our lives and can influence how we interact with our own children. If you have a relationship with your father (or your father figure) be gra...teful for them today. Not everyone has this blessing. And if you DON'T have that relationship? Think of today as a time to be grateful for the people who have been there for you and held your hand when your father didn't. No matter what Father's Day looks like for you, please remember this: our parents may have an impact on our lives, but ultimately, it's up to us to decide who it is that we become. We get to choose how we live, and we get to choose how we love and guide our own children. And what a gift that is!

18.01.2022 Amazing modules on trauma at www.cognitivebe.com

13.01.2022 ANGER: What's hiding behind some of the common 'misbehaviours' we see in kids? WHAT WE SEE: - Yells and screams often - Throws things and is destructive... - Crosses arms and shuts down - Shouts 'I hate you' or 'go away' WHAT WE DON'T SEE: - Child is unable to recognise emotions - Child doesn't have appropriate coping strategies - Child is worried about 'unknown' feelings

11.01.2022 PERFECTIONISM: What's hiding behind some of the common 'misbehaviours' we see in kids? WHAT WE SEE: - Child is nervous about breaking rules - Child can't handle getting things wrong... - Child doesn't ever want to miss school - Child struggles with criticism WHAT WE DON'T SEE: - Child is struggling with negative thought patterns - Child needs help connecting thoughts and actions - Child has trouble verbalising their worries - Child thrives on doing things the 'right' way

09.01.2022 SENSITIVITY: What's hiding behind the common 'misbehaviours' we see in kids? WHAT WE SEE: - Child cries over small things - Child becomes sad when left alone... - Child can't handle overly-emotional situations WHAT WE DON'T SEE: - Child lacks self-regulation - Child is worried about 'new' things - Child has an inner fear that they can't verbalise

09.01.2022 At CBE, our goal is to empower those providing support to children and young people whose lives have been coloured by trauma. In order to speak positively into those lives, there needs to be an understanding of the impacts of trauma. Trauma-Informed Practice is a strengths-based framework. It is grounded in an understanding of and responsiveness to the impact of trauma, and values the physical, psychological, and emotional safety of both children and carers. Ultimately, Trau...ma-Informed Practice strives to encourage survivors of trauma to rebuild a sense of control and empowerment. Our interactions with the children in our care are always important. Many of us don't consider that someone we meet (particularly if that someone is a child) may have experienced trauma. Trauma interrupts communication between different parts of the brain; healing occurs when these separate parts begin to work together again. Positive interactions can aid this healing process - never underestimate the impact you can have on a child's path to recovery. Becoming trauma-informed isn't so much of a goal as it is a process. It means keeping the possibility of trauma on our radars, and it means being respectful, understanding and willing to listen without judgement. It's not always easy or comfortable. And yet, if we can help to break the cycle of trauma - even if it's only for a single child - then surely it's worth the effort.

09.01.2022 "When a flower doesn't bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows... not the flower." ~ Alexander Den Heijer The children and young people we work with are not broken objects that need to be 'fixed'. As carers, it isn't our job to reach in and attempt to rearrange the pieces that we don't think fit properly. Children (not unlike flowers) are shaped by the environment in which they grow up. And when trauma is brought into the equation, this reality becomes even more important to recognise. It isn't our job to 'fix' the kids we work with. Rather, it's our job to take a step back, acknowledge how their environments have moulded them, and figure out how we - as parents, teachers, psychologists, care workers - can bring out the brightest colours in their petals, DESPITE their environments.

08.01.2022 When we hear the term PTSD, it's likely that our thoughts immediately spring to returned soldiers, to military veterans and survivors of war. However, while the defence force has played a crucial role in shedding light on the prevalence of PTSD and its impacts, it's important to remember that ANYONE can experience trauma. Men and women, adults and children, soldiers and civilians. Just because someone has never served in the army does not make their experience with trauma any less valid. If our goal, as carers, is to be proactively trauma-informed, then we need to be aware that trauma can touch anyone's life, whether they've dedicated it in service of their nation or not.

08.01.2022 Whether directly or indirectly, mental illness affects us all. 2020 has been challenging for everyone, and it's important to be aware of the impact that this year may have had on our own mental state and on the mental states of those we care about. At a glance, it can be difficult to see the struggles that someone is facing. Yet 45% of Australians will battle with a mental illness at some point in their life. That's 1 in 5 people, 1 in 5 of your loved ones. It may not always ...be easy to break the ice and step into a conversation that has the potential to leave us feeling vulnerable and raw, and it isn't unusual to feel ill-equipped or unprepared. However, you don't need to be an expert in mental health to reach out, and you don't need to have all the answers. All you need is a willingness to be present, and a willingness to listen. If there is someone in your life that you're concerned about, take that first step. Because the reality is that a single conversation can change (or even save) a life. See more

07.01.2022 Each stage of childhood development brings a different combination of worries and fears. Although no single child is the same, many of these concerns are common for the majority. As carers, we need to understand the paradigm of the kids and young people we are working with. Many of the difficult behaviours we witness in children stem from a place of fear, of feeling unsafe. If we can familiarise ourselves with the root cause of this, we have a far greater chance of being able to help children navigate their fears safely and successfully.

06.01.2022 OVER-EXCITEMENT: What's hiding behind some of the common 'misbehaviours' we see in kids? WHAT WE SEE: - Child is 'hyper' around guests - Child says inappropriate things in public... - Child makes jokes at inappropriate times - Child jumps on furniture - Child plays rough with others WHAT WE DON'T SEE: - Child needs help regulating their excitement - Child lacks calming strategies for building anticipation

06.01.2022 SHYNESS: What's hiding behind some of the common 'misbehaviours' we see in kids? WHAT WE SEE: - Child hides behind your legs - Child is scared of 'new' people... - Child is fearful of change - Child doesn't like going new places - Child prefers playing with familiar friends WHAT WE DON'T SEE: - Child is unable to verbalise big worries - Child is cautious of new things - Child feels a need to understand things fully before engaging - Child needs help dealing with 'new'

05.01.2022 "Mental illness is not a personal failure. In fact, if there is failure, it is to be found in the way we have responded to people with mental and brain disorders." ~ Dr Gro Harlem Brundtland.

05.01.2022 Great online trauma informed education modules for teachers and corporate settings. www.cognitivebe.com

04.01.2022 CBE press release in response to Sunday Telegraph front page article "We Can Now Talk" by Ben Pike and Jack Morphet. A wonderful campaign by the Telegraph lead...ing to The DoE initiative and CBE welcomes this news. #sundaytelegraph #wecantalknow #mentalhealth #nswteachers #professionaldevelopment #cognitivebehaviouraleducation #timeforchangeisnow

03.01.2022 There is a huge difference between how you or I deal with anxiety and how a child does. Often, the kids that we work with don't yet know how to manage their feelings of worry, uncertainty or concern. As the empathetic and supportive adult within the space, we have a significant say regarding anxiety's place within a child's life. Will it become a villain or simply another emotion for them to recognise, manage and - ultimately - overcome?

01.01.2022 We need to learn to listen. For many of us, talking is easy. Actively listening, however, can prove to be far more difficult. Active listening is more than simply nodding your head and murmuring "yeah" or "definitely" at appropriate intervals. It requires full presence, full concentration. When actively listening, our focus has to be on what the other person needs us to hear and not on what we can get out of the conversation. This is particularly relevant when it comes to our... interactions with children. For a child, listening holds a lot of importance. When feel genuinely heard, it teaches them that they can trust you. It improves the bonding in a relationship and helps build their confidence. The ability to truly listen isn't a skill that many of us inherently possess. However, with a conscious effort, it can be developed. And slowly, with practice, it can be improved. As carers, we need to be willing to listen to anything children want to tell us. Because if we don't listen to the small stuff now, they may not talk to us about the big stuff later.

01.01.2022 When a child is in tears, it can often be just as troubling for us as it is for them. Here are 11 things we can say when kids cry. 1. "We're on the same team." 2. "I can see this is hard for you." 3. "I understand you're overwhelmed, and that's okay."... 4. "That was really sad/frustrating/disappointing." 5. "Let's take a break." 6. "Do you need a hug?" 7. "Would you like to try again?" 8. "I don't know what you need. Can you help me understand?" 9. "I remember when you... (insert a time they achieved something)" 10. "Let's fix this together." 11. "I love you, you're safe." See more

01.01.2022 How can you master your anxiety? #cbe #cognitivebehaviouraleducation #mentalillness #mentalillnessawareness #anxiety #anxietymanagement #selflove #selfcare #lookafteryourself