‘The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall’ – Ralph Waldo Emerson Resilience is the ability to bounce back from stress, challenge, tragedy, trauma or adversity. Some people fall apart under difficult circumstances while others adapt. So, what is the emotional quality that allows some people […]
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by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 13, 2022 Effective communication and relationships between parents and students benefit everybody. It is a key factor in how well your child is doing at school and even at home. Just imagine, you, parents and your child’s teachers are the people he or she sees most frequently. So, obviously, it
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Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 16, 2022 Stress is an essential part of students’ life. While short-term stress can stimulate students and help them get their work done, long-term stress can have a detrimental impact on their physical and mental health. Effects of stress on students include having trouble concentrating on a task, being
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Written by Jenja Sineva 15 June 2022 Negative self-talk can have damaging consequences, like depression and low self-esteem. By learning how to stop negative self-talk head-on, you can redirect the conversations to reflect on who your child truly is and help them to realize their potential. Here are seven tips on how to stop negative
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Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 8, 2022 Starting school is supposed to be a great and exciting experience. New friends, new teachers, and opportunities. Some children look forward to embracing this major milestone, while others are anxious and worried. Although it may seem surprising, for a substantial number of children starting school can be
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Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 6, 2022 Every child is different. Some children are ok with socializing with their peers, while other kids have trouble doing so. Such kids usually feel overwhelmed when they must communicate with others even if they want to. As a parent, one needs to understand that there is nothing
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Written by Chris Litherland June 3, 2022 What is Perfectionism and Why is it a Problem? It is a classic situation: the job interviewer asks, “What are your weaknesses?” and the interviewee answers “Well, sometimes I’m a bit of a perfectionist.” It is meant to be a “humblebrag,” something self-deprecating that we secretly hope other
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Written by Chris Litherland June 3, 2022 Creative play helps to develop confidence in preschoolers, as well as language, physical and thinking skills, imagination, and emotional understanding. In this article, we are going to examine ways in which creative learning activities for preschoolers can help development in early childhood, the links between art and cognitive
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Written by Dr. Russ Gadzhiev Why is independent learning important? Independent learning is the process in which a person is acquiring knowledge on their own without any guidance. Such people take responsibility for their own learning without relying on external help. They find and collect information, make decisions about what they will study, and when
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Written by Dr. Russ Gadzhiev Speaking in public may be an uncomfortable and distressing experience. Many people have experienced this at least once. I remember doing it myself for the first time – I was extremely nervous; I was sweating all over and I was silently hoping that I had not said anything embarrassing or
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