Parenting is challenging at Exam Time! Stress and Exam Time In the lead up to exams the stress levels can increase in the home. However, there are things you can do to reduce stress at this time. The calmer the parent, the calmer the student, so it is important to be in a ‘good place’ [...]
Emotional Resilience - being in control of your feelings “The talk was brilliant” many students reported back after Sheila’s Wellbeing session. Feedback was that they found it both beneficial and useful in teaching ways to self-calm, keep perspective as well as learning some new study tips! The power of positive thinking was also covered as [...]
It is a tough time for your exam student; however there are things they can do to reduce stress Stress busters: ‘When I exercise, things don’t get on top of me’ Finding the half hour to exercise makes the rest of the day more manageable and improves your mood (if outdoor) What is your coping [...]
Supporting the exam student 5 P’s: Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance The Pareto Rule: The 80:20 rule: 20% of your effort yields 80% of your results, so remember to focus! Work expands to fit the time available If you fail to plan, you plan to fail Be organised Set goals Make a plan Prioritise tasks [...]
Practical tips to eat healthily Healthy Eating – to feel good & have more energy Limit foods from top shelf of food pyramid (Choc/biscuits/crisps/cake/fizzy drinks) high in fat, sugar, salt Prepare & cook using fresh ingredients (ready meals/takeaways are high in fat & sugar) Eat 5 or more of different coloured fruit/veg a day, include [...]
Parenting at exam time can be stressful, what makes things easier? Leaving and Junior Cert Parenting tips I remember being told that the Leaving Cert was a stressful year - having been through it twice with my two teenagers, I now see there are things you can do to keep a calmer house and support [...]
Exam stress for any Leaving or Junior Cert parent is an issue Stress at exam time Talking to parents of Leaving Cert and Junior Cert this week, I am hearing of their teens vomiting due to exam pressure, experiencing symptoms similar to panic attacks and parents concerned with state exams pending. The number one tip [...]
The child/teen labelled 'wonderful' following high achievement often develops Performance Anxiety, Perfectionism or addiction to success. Self Esteem and your Child or Teen Their self worth is dependent on their performance, not on feeling loved for their person. Over attention to a behavior that gained them recognition, not only breeds massive insecurity, it narrows field [...]
Stress and Exams I have learnt from my mistakes regarding exams and what teenagers need and hope you find this helpful. Help with exams The only control you have over your teen is the strength of your relationship with them. The more you work on relating to them in positive ways, the more influence you [...]
Focus on the relationship, not the study and as you deepen your relationship with your teenager, it becomes safe for them to share their worries and concerns. Why your child may be having difficulties studying If there is an unwillingness to study, remember relationship is still the most important thing as what may lie behind [...]