In this world were we can see many inequities there is one thing that all humans have in equal share – 168 hours a week.…

An overview of the 2019 Online Accidental Counsellor Conference looking at highlights and sharing ideas and reflections from the previous sessions.

This session is an overview of the 2021 Online Accidental Counsellor Conference looking at highlights and sharing ideas and reflections from the previous sessions.

This session serves as a summary of the 2023 Online Accidental Counsellor Conference, focusing on key highlights and fostering the exchange of ideas and reflections from the previous sessions.

Explore Dale and Paul’s 6 Superpowers of Play—and learn how to use play as the glue that brings families and schools back together. ✨ What you’ll discover in the replay: • How the 6 Superpowers of Play help rebuild connection, joy, and resilience • The "Just One Thing" technique — a 10-minute daily reset to spark presence and connection • How the Play-Based SWOT turns setbacks into playful growth moments • Why play is the antidote to screen fatigue and disconnection • Creative, screen-free activities that build emotional intelligence and character — without forcing it Here’s to replacing screen time with connection time, and watching character and resilience grow through the power of play.

During this session Ash will take you through 6 ways you can overcome adversity in challenging times. Not only will he discuss the 6 ways, he will show you how, by sharing practical activities that you can do to build and protect your mental wellbeing. Not only your mental wellbeing, but that of your family and students.

This 7 day mental health and wellbeing challenge came from tips I was posting every October as part of World Mental Health Month.

Learning how to get healthier again, physically and mentally - via the food/drinks we consume and the exercise we do. Best thing is it's all delivered via fun and engagement, learning and understanding - basically 'waking up' and seeing where we are at today and what changes will improve our 'tomorrow'.

The paradox of not thinking correctly enough about the process of thinking and over-thinking the content (if you actually are using the mind…). Big subjects…

In this session, we'll explore: - Trauma’s Impact: Understanding how trauma influences students' behavior and emotional responses. - Emotional Regulation: Practical strategies to help students navigate and manage their emotions in a healthy way. - Resilient Classrooms: Learn how to create a safe, predictable, and supportive learning environment for all students.