Self-Esteem Archives - Tooled Up Education

Autism Conference Talk: An Educators’ Guide to Autism and Gender Dysphoria

Join Dr Kate Cooper for a deep dive into the intersection of autism and gender dysphoria. Watch this webinar for an understanding of how challenges with communication, dealing with change, and identity can affect an autistic young person experiencing gender dysphoria. There are lots of practical tips for support: how to approach this with kindness and curiosity, and how to empower parents in helping their children.

May 9, 2023

Developing Children’s Independence: Five Things for Parents to Reflect On

Our top five tips on helping children to develop a sense of independence and self-efficacy as they grow.

February 8, 2023

The Perils of Perfectionism: How Can Schools and Families Respond

Research shows that perfectionistic characteristics are on the rise among young people, feeding into a range of mental health and wellbeing difficulties, and leading to reduced motivation and performance in the longer term. The good news is that schools and families can make a difference; by supporting young people to develop “perfectionism literacy” and striving to avoid the creation of “perfectionistic environments” at home and in school. NACE CEO, Rob Lightfoot, will share an overview of current research in the field and practical strategies to help schools and families respond.

July 11, 2022

Managing Your Gremlin

It’s really important to be kind to other people, but it’s just as important to be kind to ourselves. Sometimes, we might think bad or negative things about ourselves. These kinds of thoughts tend to make us feel worse! It’s important to notice when we think like this and stand up to these unhelpful little ‘gremlin thoughts’. This activity can help!

June 17, 2022

5 Ways to Tackle Negative Self-Talk

It’s not uncommon to hear children engaging in negative self-talk. Find out our top five things to do should you hear your child being unkind about themselves.

June 13, 2022

What Makes You ‘You’?

Helping children to appreciate all of the wonderful things about themselves is an important way to build their self-esteem. Children and young people of all ages can use these activities to encourage self-compassion, recognise the traits and achievements that make them great and promote positive self-reflection.

February 23, 2021

Children’s Self-Esteem: 10 Things for Parents to Ponder

Parents have it within their power to really bolster children’s self-esteem. Here are 10 ways that you can help to cultivate a strong sense of self in children of all ages.

February 19, 2021

Dr Weston Talks with Dr Anna Colton: Body Image, Eating Disorders, Self-Esteem and Performance Anxiety

Dr Weston talks with Dr Anna Colton. Dr Anna Colton is a London-based clinical psychologist with an interest in areas such as body image, eating disorders, self-esteem and performance anxiety. Dr Weston and Dr Colton cover a wide range of topics of great interest to parents today.

October 19, 2020

60 Ways to Future-Proof Your Daughter

Use these tips to equip your daughter with the tools and skills she needs to thrive long-term.

July 10, 2020

Who is There for Me?

Sometimes, we need to talk to someone. It might be we are feeling a little bit down, need cheering up or really need to get something off our chest. Sometimes, when we are feeling like that, we forget who we can turn to, call up, or email. Sometimes, we just need to keep a list handy of the people who we know are always happy to listen.

July 9, 2020