“Experiencing big feelings is not the problem. What we do to manage and respond to them is crucial” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“Since the pandemic, school avoidance has become a growing crisis in Ireland” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“Shame is one of the last emotions we want our teens to feel. Shame targets a teenager’s character, not their actions. It goes after who they are, not what they did. Shame has lasting effects and no real benefits” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

I really enjoyed presenting two keynote presentations at the European Schools in Alicante. Two amazing venues and so many interesting connections made. Many thanks for your hospitality and warm welcome. It was much appreciated SETU Nursing & Healthcare European Schools

“To meaningfully support young people with diverse learning needs, we must design a system that more effectively acknowledges their diverse talents”. irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“Jamie’s parents love him. They try. But they are also distracted, stressed, and at times in denial. Adolescence reminds us that love must be accompanied by presence, awareness, and action” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“Many of these children are not overwhelmed because they lack the inner resources to cope. They are overwhelmed because expectations to perform and sustain performance without adequate downtime are unrealistic” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“In an ideal world, we would tell teens to ‘be themselves’ and ‘not be bothered’ by these dynamics, but ask any teenager, and they will explain that this is easier said than done” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“Children do not need perfect parents: They need present ones. Accept that there will be hard days. On those days, doing the bare minimum is enough. Feed them, make them feel safe, and let go of the rest” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

On 26th April 2023 I launched the #4to7Zone. I knew moderation was gonna be a tough sell in a world of shortcuts and quick fixes But I think the message of the book is even more apt today than it was in 2023 #ConsistencyNotIntensity #CelebrateAverage #FulfillmentNotGratification

“We are constantly switching tasks, scanning headlines, and skimming content. This always-on environment does not just cater to a short attention span, it cultivates it” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

“While TikTok videos explaining signs of “toxic relationships” or “trauma responses” can help to broaden awareness, they also tend to oversimplify complex psychological concepts into digestible, often misleading, soundbites” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

In an effort to support my son’s Gaelic Football team’s trip to Feile I am hosting a public talk in Carlow later this month. All support much appreciated.

“Young girls receive mixed messages. They are told to be confident, but not arrogant; ambitious but also likeable; thin, but not obsessed with their bodies. This ongoing tightrope walk contributes to their anxiety, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion” irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

As we face rising concerns around mental health, loneliness, and digital dependency, we must rediscover the value of physical, community-based spaces for our youth to gather. irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

Good chat with SeánMoncrieff yesterday about why youth clubs need to be saved newstalk.com/podcasts/highl… via NewstalkFM

If anyone is from around the #Carlow area and could share this information about an upcoming fundraiser event on Thursday 29th May in Tyndall College I would really appreciate it… 👇👇Thank you eventbrite.ie/e/disconnect-a…

If you are around Carlow tomorrow night and at a loose end… maybe head along to this fundraising event 😉👇 eventbrite.ie/e/disconnect-a…

There will be failures and setbacks in sports and exams. What distinguishes successful performers is not the absence of failure, but the response to it. irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/pare…

As always, Dr. Colman Noctor speaks absolute sense in the most accessible language for parents, students and educators. All the best to all our boys in the coming weeks. This is an opportunity to 'show what you know'. Once over move on and have fun. #superblues