I spent yesterday celebrating Shivie Argyle and her music, which inspired all the consequent work. Today I wish to thank all those involved in the collaboration that is The Little Iceberg. So many people have supported and encouraged us along the way.

Great way to start the New Year with a free online event to mark Scotland's ACEs journey.

Sharing the song Breathe - one of the most asked for from The Little Iceberg Musical I remember when I wrote this The sentiment holds true An original cast recording For all who might be in need of it ❤️ Fiona Larkin Anam Alba youtu.be/4n6Vz_YwafI?si…

Why wasn't this taught in school⁉️🧐 Yet another glimpse at the cage we (were) all in...🥹 -NewsWithoutLies-

‘Connected altogether, in calm or stormy weather, let the happy shine out of both you & me’ Another little song from #TheLittleIceberg musical - the aptly named ‘Happy’ For all who share their joy - thank you ❤️ Anam Alba Lynburn Nurture youtu.be/bhk20TsNarY?si…

And here it is! The film we premiered tonight. We have been proud to tell this story of Scotland's journey. We hope we've made it easy for people to share widely. The world needs hopeful stories. #ScotlandsACEsJourney youtube.com/watch?v=wocEqQ…

With all the debate this week in Scotland about violence in young people's behaviour, I thought I would remind us of the research on ACEs. 2018 study: "Children as young as 9 begin to show behavior problems after exposure to early childhood adversities." pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC54…

This piece from the leading research journal 'Developmental Science' gathers together the evidence showing how the pandemic affected all periods of children's lives. We cannot talk about 'behaviour' without reference to this developmental context. developmentalscience.com/blog/2023/6/15…

It is celebratory. 20 years ago, Scotland embarked on a journey to better understand the biological impacts of childhood trauma. It began with the police, then reached health, then education. And now? So many sectors are engaged in the discussion! youtube.com/watch?v=wocEqQ…

The Still Face Procedure. I often show it in my training ssns. People find it difficult to watch. Good. It helps us face up to relational rhythms in babies' lives. On 26Feb MIND in MIND is holding a special event on its origins. In anticipatn: A #Thread mindinmind.org.uk/event/ed-troni…

I didn’t start with you, but it can end with you.

Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman discovered something shocking: You have two brains that make every decision. This thread will change how you understand every decision you'll ever make: 🧵

Latest newsletter out today. Catch up on news, views, resources and events about play & early years! Kate Johnston Dawn Ewan Lesley young Marguerite HB catherine mcculloch 💙 Juliet Robertson @givetimescot Suzanne Zeedyk Edin Froebel Network Froebel Trust mailchi.mp/ad95ba885d2a/t…

"If our culture is going to use the language of childhood trauma to talk about ACEs, then we need to face up to the fact that trauma is a common part of ordinary childhoods." An excerpt from my recent chapter in "Intersubjective Minds", just published by Oxford Academic.

"Scotland is blind to its child-raising problem." I love courageous reflection like this, from Carol Craig . There is so much in her book that helps us think deeply abt discourses around education, nurture, play, ACEs & public health. Sarah Lathan Lynburn Nurture Upstart Scotland

Online talk for parents/schools by Jonathan Haidt about tackling the CYP mental health crisis. Great advice - but we also need a relationship-centred, play-based kindergarten (3-7yrs) to kick off a play-based childhood. youtube.com/watch?v=yc9Z6b…

The most powerful mental health skill you can develop: Your Imagination. But therapists and gurus completely misunderstand how it actually works. CBT, meditation, and journaling—most miss the point. Here's why it's the missing piece to unlock your mind: 🧵

We've been progressng our plans for #ScotlandsACEsJourney Gala Day on 21st June. We've got a list for you all of the many speakers, including Be-inn Unity, Jackie Galbraith (she/her) Principal of West Lothian College & a tribute to Tina Hendry! Bookings here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotlands-ac…

Don't forget to join us to hear Carol Craig and Suzanne Zeedyk delve into a fascinating conversation - if shame is knitted into our culture then it shapes individuals, families, systems and institutions. Understanding will help us reframe. eventbrite.co.uk/e/127371013429…

Here is Upstart Scotland’s Petition to Parliament. Time for a #KindergartenStage #PlayistheWay Can Scotland be brave and move into the 21st century? petitions.parliament.scot/signatures/505…