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nbelievably, we’re heading back into the classroom. After six months of life at home, the day is near for many parents to resume a bit of normality. During this time, it has given me an opportunity to enjoy time with my children, albeit with many “Kevin” moments from my eight-yearold son, protesting about his school work.
BY NICOLE WOODCOCK, HUMMINGBIRD HYPNOTHERAPY
be to throw in some negative behaviour too.
So, what can we do about it? Greet them with a smile and a hug at the end of that first day. Reconnect with them.
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Congratulate them on achieving their first day back.
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Ask them, “What’s been good?”
Give them time; they may need an hour to adjust after school – a moment of quiet time just to reflect and process the day.
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Juggling business online and teaching did make me realise that I am more resilient and adaptable than I had previously thought, but I needed more rest too. The stress levels at times were too high.
Be available. They may not want to communicate or even be around anyone, so just have a conversation and tell them, “I am here when you are ready.”
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With the new rules and regulations in place, we need to be mindful that returning to school for some will be a difficult time. There will be a few weeks of settling in required, different behaviours may resurface and for some, like my youngest, being away from mummy will have an impact. We all respond differently under change and especially if we’re already feeling anxious about things; then, our brain’s way of dealing with it can
All of this change will take some time to adjust to, so be patient with yourself and the children. If you or your child are struggling with the transitioning of going back to school or work, please get in touch at www.hummingbirdhypnotherapy.co.uk. Positive Thoughts!
Nicole
Room 23 | Wake House | Bourne | PE10 9AE Phone: 07540 873928 Email: info@hummingbirdhypnotherapy.co.uk Website: www.hummingbirdhypnotherapy.co.uk
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