Nurturing emotional regulation: What role does the teacher play?
I’m not sure if this set of rules for teachers is real or not, it is funny though. It is often attributed to an 1872 posting in Monroe County, Iowa. If it is real, I wonder if the teachers who taught under these rules had the time in between cleaning chimneys and bringing a scuttle […]
7 Ways to Nurture Young Minds Over the School Holidays Without Spending a Cent
The school holidays are a wonderful opportunity for families to reconnect, recharge, and enjoy quality time together. However, with the extra downtime, keeping young minds engaged, balanced, and emotionally well can sometimes be challenging. The good news? Nurturing your child’s wellbeing doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Here are 7 practical, cost-free tips to […]
7 Simple Ways Educators Can Prioritise Their Wellbeing and Thrive This Year
The biggest lie we tell ourselves is that we have time. The days are long, but the years are short. As we step into a new year, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of tasks, responsibilities, and external pressures. But if we’re not intentional, we can let time slip through our fingers […]
Retrospective: Celebrating the Incredible Work You’ve Done This Year
Download our FREE end-of-year reflection Journal HERE. As the year draws to a close, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush towards new goals, fresh challenges, and the relentless march of time. However, before diving into what’s next, it’s essential to pause, take stock, and celebrate the incredible work you’ve accomplished. Reflecting on […]
Emotions: The Hidden Driver of Student Behaviour
It’s a common misconception that student behaviour is solely a matter of choice. While students certainly have agency, their actions are often influenced by complex emotional states. Understanding these emotions can be a powerful tool for educators to prevent negative behaviours and foster positive learning environments. The Emotional Underpinnings of Behaviour Emotions are the driving […]
Prioritising Teacher Wellbeing Alongside Student Wellbeing
Why Explicitly Teaching Teachers About Their Own Wellbeing Should Be Prioritised as Much as Student Wellbeing It has been truly refreshing to see article after article delving into the effects of the current education climate on teachers. At Life Skills Group, we’ve had the privilege of delivering wellbeing training to over 250,000 educators and executive […]
3 Things to do Today to Start Next Year Well
This blog is a little like the image above, if you are reading it then you are probably the kind of person who is already going to start next year well. So…congratulations your mindset is already focused and next year is going to be great! The end of the school year is a great time […]
7 Tips to Support Tired Students (and Educators) in Schools
As we head into Term 4, the weariness isn’t just showing in our students—it’s something we all feel. Yet, as educators, we understand the value of each day. Once it’s gone, we don’t get it back. There’s a saying, “The days are long, but the years are short,” which feels especially fitting as we look […]
A Snapshot of Student Emotions in 2024
Life Skills GO has released preliminary findings from its 2024 annual report, providing valuable insights into the emotional landscape of Australian students. With over 3 million check-ins, the data offers a comprehensive look at how students are feeling and what factors are influencing their emotions. Key Findings What These Insights Mean These findings offer valuable […]
3 Tips for Planning Wellbeing
Around this time of year, amidst the chaos of Term 4, we start to think about 2025. Enrolment numbers, staffing, classrooms, programs and …budgets. We recognise that our teachers are just hanging in there and that implementing anything new might just tip them over the edge. So, we make promises to ourselves that next year […]