This is the first of my new bitesize Bucket Emptying episodes. You’ll find shorter 5-10 minute episodes released each Monday sharing my top tips and answers to your questions, all focusing on emptying your bucket!

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Here are the highlights:

Regulate emotions (4:00)

Input matters (8:11)

Sleep (9:26)

Exercise daily (13:36)

Silence (16:34)

Toxins impact thinking (19:40)

Reflective practice (21:20)

Opportunities for growth (22:40)

Novelty fires neurons (24:42)

Gratitude practice (24:00)

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Children want to talk at the most inopportune of moments, and there is a reason why they do this. If we lean into those moments we could significantly improve their emotional wellbeing and safeguard them from mental health issues.

Here are the highlights:

(3:26) Moments can make all the difference

(8:35) Why does it matter?

(10:01) Every interaction leaves a trace

(13:37) Create connection

(17:58) Lean in

(19:55) Listen to fully understand

(23:16) Learn

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Being shy and being introverted aren't the same thing, although they may look the same. I'll help you understand which your child is, and how to best help them flourish more in social situations.

Here are the highlights:

(1:55) Difference between introvert and shy person

(3:00) A shy child

(6:02) An introverted child

(10:26) Get super clear on whether it’s shyness or introversion

(11:25) Do not label 

(14:37) Set up scaffolded social situations 

(18:31) Rehearse and role play

(20:45) Set small goals

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Is the pursuit of happiness for our children an illusion? Are we doing them a disservice making happiness our focus because it just isn't possible to feel that way all the time! Maybe we should be focusing on something else??

Here are the highlights:

(1:44) Why do we focus so much on happiness?

(4:08) We should be accepting of every emotion

(5:15) Don’t rush in to fix

(10:05) We need to regulate our own emotions in that moment

(15:06) How need to be emotional role models

(19:17) We need to empathise

(23:10) Don’t create a habit of trading feelings

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I’m talking about the question we all ask ourselves and each other. “Is my child’s behaviour a phase, or is it a more permanent issue which they might need help with, and how do I know the difference??" 

We know our children will naturally go through ages and stages as they go from baby to adult - I’m talking about whether there’s a way of knowing for sure

Here are the highlights: 

(2:00) Is it an age or stage or do you need support?

(6:50) What else is going on in their life?

(12:09) Consistent scaffolding

(16:25) Has there been any regression in other areas?

(19:15) Are there accompanying changes in sleep, appetite or behaviour?

(22:09) Is the change in behaviour affecting their daily life?

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Is it really possible for us to help our children unplug on a regular basis?? Absolutely! We just need to know how. I will help you recognise when your child or teen needs to unplug, and ways we can create balance for our children and family.

Here are the highlights: 

(1:15) Is it possible to unplug children completely? 

(4:00) Patterns of behaviour that show your child needs to unplug

(6:21) Why is unplugging important?

(11:16) Tech has no place at mealtimes

(14:06) Tech has no place in bedrooms whilst sleeping

(17:10) No magic bullet

(19:53) Not a one hit wonder; have regular conversations

(21:19) It's about balance

(23:00) Role model

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How can we help our children and teens when they are taking tests and exams? Whether they are lacking motivation and doing absolutely no work, or they are overworking and getting themselves super stressed. Understanding some basic principles is crucial. We can then step up to be the support they need, and they can step up and be their best.

Here are the highlights: 

(01:40) Revision should be a time our children refresh something they already understand 

(03:00) Our role as parents

(4:00) Practical support

(10:00) Reasons your child may lack motivation

(19:20) Self-care, especially for highly driven children

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Friendships can be hard at any time, however when you're also juggling a new school, raging hormones, and working out who you are it can feel like a whole new ball-game. I’ll share how we can support teens to build their friendships, how to spot an unhealthy friendship and ways we can support a shy / anxious teen to make friends. Whilst the focus is on the specific challenges teens face, the advice holds true for any age child.

Here are the highlights: 

(03:02) Keep the line of communication open 

(07:37) How to recognise the different types of friendship 

(12:37) An unhealthy or a toxic relationship? 

(21:38) Supporting a shy teenager 

(23:40) Internal back chat can be crippling 

(26:11) Help your children move forward 

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Sleep and routines are probably the two biggest challenges we want answers to as parents regardless of how old our children are! Cat and Sarah's approach is refreshingly honest and super practical so you're in for a treat.

Listen to The Sleep Mums podcast

Buy the book 'Sleep Better Baby'

Here are the highlights: 

(02:45) Do you have a routine or not? 

(08:37) Every child has different needs 

(10:46) The difference between babies and children 

(15:11) Routine is like a crib sheet 

(17:44) Don’t get sucked into comparison 

(23:26) How to help older children settle 

(26:23) How to make sure you get enough sleep 

(32:11) Is there a difference between men and women’s sleep? 

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