#ECE s, how you respond to behaviour is the most powerful tool you have for creating a safe environment for the children in your care & how you respond depends a great deal on your own #selfregulation. Learn more and register for the October 6 cohort ECD: bit.ly/3gSHwNO

Don’t just teach your kids to read, teach them to question what they read. Teach them to question everything. ~ George Carlin

💥 Now there’s a question for reflection!

#DailyMindfulnessChallenge Take off your shoes and socks and walk on the grass. Pay attention to the sensations you feel and notice the connection between your body and the grass beneath you.

The scent of fresh pine has been shown to lower stress and anxiety. #HPHP

Leadership is not a license to do less. Leadership is a responsibility to do more- Simon Sinek

30 years old today... If you can believe it. What's your favourite song off the record?

Extreme disconnection from nature looks like people bagging up their leaves in the autumn and sending them to a landfill rather than letting them naturally decompose so they can return nutrients back into the soil.

Did you know the scent of fresh pine has been shown to lower depression and anxiety? 🌲 #HPHP #NationalChristmasTreeDay

“Choose people who are good for your mental and emotional health.”

As parents become more aware and emotionally healthy, their children reap the rewards and move toward health as well. That means that integrating and cultivating your own brain is one of the most loving and generous gifts you can give your children. ~ Daniel J. Siegel,

We get so caught up in our day to day lives that sometimes we forget what's really important. Don't take what's good in your life for granted.

#Teachers with few behavior issues have the following in common: 1. Rarely gets offended. 2. Starts every day with a clean slate. 3. Talks w kids before/after class. 4. Considers de-esclation a win. 5. Doesn’t need the last word. Add yours 👇 #ThatOneKid #edchat

Good Morning UK Goldies & pals. Y......E......S! (Woof and me via golden_retriever_fana IG)

How do you define empathy? 💭 #Leadership #Empathy #Communication

This is my kind of battery charger. It's heart ❤️❤️ heart high speed.. Only the best...... #cuteanimals #cutenessOVERLOAD #recharge (Puppy520 TT)

In toxic cultures, you have to burn out to earn a break. Time off is how you recover. In decent cultures, you take a break when you're low on gas. Time off is how you refuel. In healthy cultures, you're expected to take regular breaks. Time off is encouraged to sustain energy.

Wise words from @robyn_liza ✌🏼

Effective leaders don't feel the need to micromanage because they know their staff are the experts. They know their role is to sometimes mentor, always support and encourage, but never micromanage. Effective leadership is about getting the best out of those you lead!