Positive Parenting
Take the first step towards a more fulfilling, rewarding, and enjoyable journey in parenthood.
Our Positive Parenting Workshops are not just about learning a set of skills; they're about embracing a lifestyle that nurtures the growth and happiness of both parents and children.
Why Positive Parenting?
The Power of Positive Influence - Raising kids isn't about controlling them; it's about guiding them towards their best potential. Positive Parenting approaches make use of compassionate discipline, effective communication, and nurturing relationships, helping your children develop self-control, respect, empathy, and kindness. In addition we also develop your own skills of self-regulation and self-care, as to be good parents we first have to take care of ourselves.
What makes our workshops unique?
Tailored To You - Parenting isn't one-size-fits-all. We understand this and customise strategies according to your family's unique needs and dynamics. Together we will co-create our programme. You're not just another attendee; you're an integral part of a bespoke learning experience.
Evidence-Based Techniques - Our workshops are rooted in years of research and scientific studies. You're learning tried and tested evidence-based strategies that are proven to be effective in real-life situations.
Community Building - You're not alone in this journey. Our interactive workshops provide an opportunity to connect with other parents, share experiences, and build a supportive network that extends beyond the sessions.
What will you gain from our Positive Parenting Workshops?
Proactive Solutions - Learn how to foresee potential issues and proactively handle them before they become full-blown problems.
Deeper Connections - Master the art of empathetic communication and develop a deeper, stronger bond with your child.
Effective Discipline Strategies - Discover ways to discipline your child that fosters understanding and growth, rather than fear and resentment.
Stress Reduction - Equip yourself with the tools to manage parenting-related stress, promoting a healthier and happier household.
Parenting Confidence - Build the confidence to know you are making the right parenting decisions, even when the going gets tough.
Remember, there's no such thing as a perfect parent, only a real one. So let's get real together. Let's bring positivity to life, one family at a time.
How does it work?
75-minute sessions once per week for 8 weeks
Interactive workshops
Group dialogue
Optional home assignments
Handouts and other resources
Topics
This course is based on Positive Psychology, the science of well-being. Together we will explore the PERMA-H model and discuss ways we can use this to improve your own well being, help our children thrive , improve relationships and reduce anxiety and stress. The sessions will be customised according to the parents in the group.
A general outline and possible concepts explored are:
An Introduction to Positive Psychology and PERMA-H
Understanding our brain and its development
Character Strengths
Developing Positive Emotions such as optimism, gratitude, kindness and compassion
Fostering our children’s emotional intelligence
Self-regulation, will power and grit
Combating negative self-talk
Developing Resilience
Setting limits and reinforcing appropriate behaviour
Procrastination and perfectionism