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Are you proud of yourself?

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:06:54 +0000

We often say to kids ‘good job’ or ‘I’m proud of you.’ Those words matter, but they can train kids to look outward for validation instead of inward for recognition. A simple question shifts that focus: ‘Are you proud of yourself?’ It sounds small, but it changes where the reflection happens. Instead of waiting for […]

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How to Confidently Be Yourself

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:21:16 +0000

There’s a quiet pressure that shows up for both kids and adults.Fit in. Don’t stand out too much. Be liked. A child stays quiet instead of sharing their idea.A teen laughs along, even when it doesn’t feel right.An adult holds back their opinion in a meeting. Not because they don’t have something to offer…but because […]

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Kids Need to Love Themselves Every Day

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:39:53 +0000

Many people celebrate Valentine’s Day – a day to appreciate the people you love. But there’s a celebration we often miss: teaching kids to love themselves. Loving themselves isn’t about arrogance or thinking they’re better than others. It’s about knowing they still matter: It’s a powerful, unwavering belief that who they are is enough. As parents and […]

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Emotions Impact Mental Health

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 02:44:26 +0000

Talking about mental health is essential. It is impacted by the emotions we experience. We often don’t realize how much emotions impact mental health. Our experiences might look different, but we’ve all felt anger, sadness, worry, frustration, disappointment, and overwhelm. And still, when someone asks, “How are you doing?” many of us reply, “I’m fine.” […]

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Confidence vs Self Worth: Know the Difference

Linda Westbrook — Thu, 01 May 2025 02:06:46 +0000

It’s easy to confuse confidence and self-worth—but they’re not the same. Understanding the difference makes it easier to stand strong in who you are. Confidence changes, self worth never. Confidence is about your abilities—how you feel about what you can do, your skills, and how prepared you are. It shifts and grows as you face new […]

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When Kids Want to Give Up

Linda Westbrook — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:10:30 +0000

For two years, fear held me back from trying out for Canadian Idol. The third year, I finally said yes. I made it through two rounds, but when I stood in front of the celebrity judges and sang, they said, “You can’t sing! Do something else!” I was embarrassed, devastated, and angry. I went home […]

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The Truth About Parenting: What Every Parent Needs to Hear

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:57:57 +0000

When I speak with parents, I notice a common thread—a strong desire to support their children and help them thrive. They’re not chasing perfection – parenting through imperfections is something every parent experiences. They just want reassurance that they’re on the right path. And when they discover new strategies, they’re eager to learn and grow […]

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Is Your Stress Effecting Your Child’s Performance?

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:22:30 +0000

Have you ever watched your child face a big moment—whether it’s playing in a game, performing on stage, or preparing to speak in front of their class— and found yourself more nervous than they are? The ‘parent stress effect’ can create added pressure for children, making their own nerves harder to manage.” After one of my presentations, […]

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Does Your Child Compare Themselves to Others?

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 03 May 2023 07:53:56 +0000

I recently heard this comment from a student, ‘I look around at others and they seem to have it all. Things would be easier if I could be them. I know I would be happier.’ This is what I know: It’s OK to admire others. The danger occurs when kids believe that they would be […]

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How to Help a Child’s Negative Self-Talk

Linda Westbrook — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 19:12:55 +0000

Kids are constantly encountering new experiences and challenges which can trigger uncomfortable emotions causing them to speak negatively about themselves. No one wants to hear a child putting themselves down. Positive self-talk is about speaking to themselves with compassion, empathy, kindness and respect. Benefits of Positive Self-Talk Builds self-esteem Enhances emotional & mental well-being Improves […]

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