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Today, lots of adults are trying to make more space in their lives for self-care - but kids can benefit from self-care, too! If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, you may want to turn to the therapists at the Positive Thinking Clinic. Furthermore, here are some tips to...

One fine day, a loving mother asked if I would work on her child for dentist phobia. Then another, near by said she wouldn't mind her two boys coming along as they had some dental work in the past and some major work coming up in the future. ...

TIPS:STARTING SCHOOL FOR THE FIRST TIMETIPS:Take some trips to the school.  Your child will then become familiar with the area and the route.  This will desensitise him /her and allow the route to become familiar.Starting school is “huge” for all.  So celebrate it.  Involve others too e.g. grand parents, god...

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL SKILLS FOR KIDS Kids who thrive in social and emotional development tend to do better at school.  So we need to encourage this area of development as soon as we can…. Like from the time they are born.  Its never to early….  And it becomes good practice as...

 self improvement packagesThe Positive Thinking Clinic has now finalised packages for children and adults,  whether individual, couple, team or family.Each month Amanda at the Positive Thinking Clinic will be welcoming anyone who is interested in working out personal issues, or simply interested in being the best version of themselves.  Programs...

HEY KIDS, LETS EVALUATE YOUR YEAR SO FAR…AND LETS SET SOME GOALS AND PLAN FOR A BETTER YEAR NEXT YEAR!!!!GROW YOU EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU!In-fact I’m definitely going to throw in some anxiety solutions for kids to choose to take away and have as back...

MY CALM PLACEThis activity combines yoga, meditation, mindfulness and guided imagery activities to soothe emotions and promote self-regulation in children.There are 4 categories to choose from: Movement cards consist of yoga poses and low impact exercises to relax and recharge the inner and outer self.For Example:Starfish:While standing, extend yourArms and...

THE POSITIVE THINKING CLINIC OFFERS A SPECIALISED PROGRAMPERSONAL SKILLS FOR KIDSTO COVER THE FOLLOWING AREAS:6 step program: Focus on the Positives in your lifeOpportunities for appreciation and being grateful.Considering the great things you see and do, and the great times you spend with others.  Noticing magical moments.This involves other people,...

KIDS WORKSHOP /PROGRAMHomework FocusTime ManagementFeeling Confident and MotivatedPROGRAMToo often we hear the common complaint that children are struggling to focus or concentrate, or even fit homework in.  Why is this so?  Do we have too many routines and activities? Lets remember we want happy kids.  So how can we achieve homework focus,...

BULLYING…DO YOU KNOW THE BASICS?In recent times I have been holding some workshops on bullying and resilience.My aim is to educate and equip kids; teach them what it is, what we need to do, how to deal with situations etc.  Knowledge is power.  Knowledge also helps reduce feelings of anxiety.I...