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In the race to adopt AI, how do we avoid creating a sea of sameness and alienating the very customers we're trying to connect with? Today, we're going to talk about the intentional design of our marketing future. We’ll explore how leading brands are moving beyond the hype of AI to build practical, collaborative frameworks between humans and machines, shifting from outdated customer segments to real-time signals, and ultimately, creating experiences that are not only efficient but deeply empathetic and relevant. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek, CMO at Sitecore and Talisha Padgett, GM MArTech, AI & Automation at Microsoft, who will be doing a fireside chat at the upcoming Sitecore Symposium, November 3-5 in Orlando Florida. We’re going to get a sneak preview today of some of the topics they’ll be discussing. About Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek and Talisha Padgett Michelle Boockoff-Bajdek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellebb/ Talisha Padgett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talishapadgett/ Resources Sitecore: https://www.sitecore.com Register now for Sitecore Symposium, November 3-5 in Orlando, Florida. Use code SYM25-2Media10 to receive 10% off. Go here for more: https://symposium.sitecore.com/ Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, we delve into the crucial topic of helping children express their anger constructively. Join me as I explore the importance of recognising anger, providing safe outlets, modelling healthy expression, and nurturing problem-solving skills. Discover valuable insights and practical strategies to support the emotional well-being of the children and young people in your care. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith • Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ • Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How can we help children to make friends and find their tribe? 27:38

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can help children to make friends that feel good and build a little tribe where they belong. The ideas work well for adults too. I hope it’s helpful. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith • Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ • Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How Can We Get Physically Active When Motivation Is Low? 23:36

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore simple suggestions to enable us to get active. Being physically active is well proven to boost mood, but when we most need this boost are the times when it’s hardest to motivate ourselves. These ideas should help and can be used either for yourself or to support a colleague or child. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith • Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ • Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How Can We Maintain a Close Relationship With a Child Who is Emotionally Distant? 24:58

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can maintain a positive, loving, supportive relationship with a child who becomes emotionally distant or pushes us away. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh • Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith • Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith • Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ • Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Take the Conversation Deeper 11:17

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some simple phrases for taking conversations deeper. These simple prompts can make a real difference whether you're supporting a child or an adult. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Should We Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway? 20:40

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore whether we should always try to be bold and brave or whether sometimes it's simply okay to say no... CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How Can Finding Our Flow State Help with Anxiety or Overwhelm? 15:55

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore what flow is, how it can help with anxiety, low mood or overwhelm and how we can find our way to flow, or support a child to. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How Should We Be Talking About Children Who Are Struggling? 21:29

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of language and how fairly simple changes to the way we talk about children can make a big change to how we think about and subsequently behave towards children. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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What's the deal with hoodies? Should we be encouraging them? 19:37

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore why some children seem to feel happier with their hoods up and whether this is something we should be more supportive of. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Using Transition Activities to Move Between Activities, Places or People 23:51

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of activities to support the transition from one activity, place or person to another. For example, calming things down when moving from break time to lesson time or school to home. Recorded with neurodivergent children front and centre in my mind, these activities can work for a wide range of children - and adults too; I use most of them myself. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Supporting Your Child to Embrace Their New Neurodivergent Diagnosis 19:57

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore what happens next when we learn that a child is neurodivergent. What sort of conversations can we have with them to help them better understand themselves and the world and their place within it. How can we keep things positive and just how much do they need to know? CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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What is Co-Regulation and How Do I Get it Right? 17:49

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In this episode of Pooky Ponders, I explore what co-regulation is and six steps that adults can take to support the emotional regulation of children who are angry, anxious or otherwise distressed or overwhelmed. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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What To Do If Your Child Is Being Bullied 24:07

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore steps you can take to support a child if they're being bullied. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How Can We Support Children With Separation Anxiety? 23:30

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore strategies for supporting children who are struggling with separation anxiety. I also explore the need to recognise the difference between issues with leaving a parent/carer and issues going to the environment they're being left because if we don't identify the correct issue we can unwittingly do more harm than good... CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Make Tasks feel More Manageable for Autistic/ADHD Children 17:35

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas to make tasks feel more manageable and less overwhelming. Especially helpful for anyone who struggles with executive function including children/adults who are autistic/ADHD - You can download a copy of a planning template I developed to support with classwork / homeowner here . - ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Using a Comfort Audit to Better Meet Children's Sensory Needs 15:26

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore simple steps you can take to understand how your classroom or other space might feel for a child with sensory processing differences so that you can take proactive steps to make the space less overwhelming. -- CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Finding What Feels Safe - A Gentle Approach to Tackling Anxiety 14:16

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore gentle ways of preventing our world from shrinking when anxiety looms. Simple ideas that can be used by adults or children and which might feel like a more possible starting point for some than graded exposure or anxiety ladders. You might like this resource I allude to, to use alongside: DOWNLOAD: Anxiety – Feeling Safe Activity — ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Using Coping Statements to Flip Negative Narratives 18:41

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the use of coping statements to help us counter the negative bully that lives in our heads. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Building Belonging Using Connecting Questions 18:01

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how we can use connecting questions at the beginning of meetings to create a feeling of belonging and connection between adults in the room and to set the tone for a positive, child-centred meeting. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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What's a To Don't List and Why Do You Need One? 14:46

3 years yang lalu14:46

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of to don’t lists, one of my favourite life hacks for gaining control, and hours in the day… ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Negative Self-Talk - Why and How to Make it STOP! 15:35

3 years yang lalu15:35

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore why and how we can take steps to make negative self-talk stop for ourselves or others. ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Why We Should Gift Our Mistakes 10:18

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the power of gifting our mistakes and why sometimes, those we worth with and care for need more human, fallible role models… and how that can be more fun for us too… ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.*** CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://substack.com/profile/94569808-pooky-knightsmith Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Why and How to Offload Your Worries 13:19

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I share six ideas for offloading our worries regularly because if we don’t take control of our worries and work through them, they tend to control us and work their way out in ways we don’t want or at times we least expect. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Appear Calm When You Don't Feel It 12:19

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore six simple strategies for keeping your cool and appearing calm and in control when you’re at risk of your feelings bubbling over. These ideas are designed for times when you’re supporting a child who is anxious or angry and you know they’ll benefit from a calm adult but you’re struggling to inhabit that space… CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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School Anxiety/EBSA - Ideas for Less Stressful Mornings 17:32

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I share a range of ideas you can build into your morning routine to reduce to help maximise the chances of your child successfully going to school. These are all ideas that we were using in our household when experiencing this issue. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Self-Care Ideas for Busy Parents and Carers 22:37

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas for looking after yourself when you’re usually preoccupied with looking after others. They’re all designed to be small ideas that make a big difference and which can relatively easily be fitted in amongst life’s many other to-dos. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Enabling Children to Feel Seen and Heard 17:37

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore ideas for enabling children to feel truly seen and heard by us. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Promote Belonging in School 18:19

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore six ideas for promoting feelings of belonging and connection for children at school or in other settings. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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ADHD - Ideas for Activating and Stimulating 14:27

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some simple ideas that can work well for children with ADHD who are sensory-seeking and need of a little activation and stimulation in order to enable to them to continue to engage. The ideas could be used in a range of contexts but are designed to be usable within a classroom setting too as this is often a more challenging place to meet an ADHD child’s need for sensory input. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: VIDEO | ADHD/AUTISM | Fidgets for the Classroom with Lyra BITESIZE CPD: Sensory Strategies For Dysregulated Children BOOK | Sensory Solutions in the Classroom CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Ideas for Reducing Autistic Overwhelm 24:58

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore a range of ideas that we can use to reduce sensory overwhelm and calm things down when the world begins to feel too much for autistic children or others who are more sensitive to sensory input. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: Loop Experience - block out background noise but allow focus on a speaker Loop Quiet - block out noise indiscriminately VIDEO | ADHD/AUTISM | Fidgets for the Classroom with Lyra BITESIZE CPD: Sensory Strategies For Dysregulated Children BOOK | Sensory Solutions in the Classroom CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Get to the Heart of Your Child's Issues 31:45

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In this episode of Pooky Ponders, I explore a range of ideas to help you understand what's going on with a child or young person if you're seeing concerning behaviour (e.g. self-harm, anxiety about school etc) but you're not sure what the triggers or issues are. You can download a PDF version of these ideas and the resources I refer to here: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/guide-getting-to-why-ideas-for-asking-and-listening/ Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Navigating Teen & Tween Friendships 34:46

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore how parents, carers and other supporting adults can navigate the minefield that is teenage friendships. These ideas are also summarised in this downloadable guide: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Navigating-Frenemies-Cliques-with-Your-Teen.pdf CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Self-Forgiveness: How & Why 24:56

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore the importance of self-forgivness, why it matters, why it feels so hard sometimes, and small steps we can take towards being a little more forgiving of ourselves. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Tips for Talking to Someone About Their Mental Health 13:02

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some tips for finding your brave and having the first conversation with someone when you’re worried about their mental health. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to Get Better Sleep 22:02

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explore some simple ideas for getting more and better sleep. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: * Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith * Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ * Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh * Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com * Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Social Anxiety - 10 Tips for Meeting New people 25:45

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In this episode of the Pooky Ponders Podcast, I explored ten tips for people who struggle with social anxiety when they’re meeting new people or going to new places. The tips were: 1. Plan ahead 2. Have an ally 3. Proactively calm 4. Aim small 5. Be honest 6. Prepare what to say 7. Challenge yourself 8. Know your why 9. Reset afterwards 10. Do it again soon CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Ideas for Avoiding Autistic Burnout 25:08

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In this episode, I explore six ideas to help prevent autistic burnout. I cover: Physical wellbeing Resets Safe spaces to drop the mask Connecting with your tribe Seeking pleasurable sensory input Finding flow Whether you’re looking for ideas for yourself or someone you’re supporting, I hope there is some food for thought for you here. CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pookyknightsmith Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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How to be an Adult Who Makes Children Feel Safe 33:57

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In this episode, I consider what ‘safe adults’ are and why our children need adults who make them feel safe. We explore 5Cs as a framework and springboard: Calm Consistent Communications Connection Curiosity LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: GUIDE: How to Listen So Children Will Talk VLOG: Why We Need to Love, Listen & Laugh GUIDE: Getting to Why - Ideas for Asking and Listening PODCAST: How can we build effective learning relationships with every student? | Kevin Hewitson BITESIZE CPD: How to be a Safe Adult - slides and resources so you can teach the ideas in this podcast to your team CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Six Tips for Neurodiverse-Friendly Communication 22:15

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In this episode, I explain six tips for communicating well with neurodiverse children and adults you’re working with or caring for. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: SHORT: 6 Tips for Neurodiverse friendly Communication - 60 second summary of this podcast! SUMMARY: Here’s a visual summary of the 6 tips as promised in the podcast KEYNOTE: Getting It Right For Autistic Learners In Mainstream Settings - slides and resources BOOK: The Neurodiverse Classroom: A Teacher's Guide to Individual Learning Needs and How to Meet Them BOOK: Parenting Rewired: How to Raise a Happy Autistic Child in a Very Neurotypical World VIDEO: AUTISM - Why we need simple instructions... BITESIZE CPD: Autistic Friendly Classrooms - slides and walkthrough so you can run a short session CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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Panic Attacks: How to Support 17:17

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In this episode, I explore simple steps that you can take to support someone during a panic attack. It’s geared towards adults supporting children but these principles could equally be applied if you were supporting an adult. LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: GUIDE: How to Support a Child Who is Having a Panic Attack GUIDE: Simple Phrases for Calming Anxious Children GUIDE: Six Simple Breathing Strategies CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Newsletter: https://www.getrevue.co/profile/pookyh Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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What to say and how to say it to calm an anxious child 24:31

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In this episode, I explore the kinds of phrases that children need to hear when they’re struggling hard with anxiety or panic and I also share my tips for how to say them… LINKS If today’s episode piqued your interest, you might be interested in the following: GUIDE: Simple Phrases for Calming Anxious Children GUIDE: How to Support a Child Who is Having a Panic Attack GUIDE: Six Simple Breathing Strategies VIDEO: 5 Simple Strategies for Managing Anxiety CONNECT You can find me in the following places: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pookyh Twitter: https://twitter.com/pookyh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PookyKnightsmithMentalHealth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pooky/ Podcast: https://pookyh.buzzsprout.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pookyh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/pookyh Website: https://www.pookyknightsmith.com Support the show ***If you’d like to support my work, you can do so by sharing my resources; by joining me on Patreon for £1 a month or by inviting me to speak at your setting or event.***…

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