⭐ What if the secrets to thriving in school were the same as performing under pressure in elite sport?

In this episode, I’m joined by chartered psychologist and co-author of The Science of Learning, Bradley Busch. Bradley shares powerful insights from his work across education and elite sport, helping us understand how the brain learns best, what truly drives motivation and why academic resilience matters more than ever.

Together, we unpack evidence-based strategies parents can use to help their child manage stress, improve focus and build executive function skills like planning and self-regulation, especially during the demanding secondary school years.

🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ What cognitive load theory tells us about learning and overwhelm

✅ How sports psychology techniques can help students handle exam pressure

✅ Why motivation isn't just about willpower and how to support it at home

✅ The building blocks of academic resilience (and how to strengthen them)

✅ How and when to praise effectively and why it matters for long-term motivation

✅ Why a “high challenge, high support” environment helps students become more resilient

Bradley also shares exciting developments in cognitive science and offers practical advice for any parent who wants to better support their child’s learning, confidence and wellbeing.

🔗 Links & Resources:

Bradley Busch LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-busch/

Inner Drive Website https://www.innerdrive.co.uk/

📚 Bradley’s book The Science of Learning is available on most major bookselling platforms

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