elainenichollsnvrAug 272 minAlice's UmbrellaHuman beings learn by experience - things going well and things going not so well. It’s tempting to feel as though we need to say...
elainenichollsnvrAug 141 minCollaborative problem solvingCollaborative conversations are a fundamental part of NVR parenting and NVR approaches in schools. Starting from a belief that everyone's...
elainenichollsnvrAug 121 minLook beyond behaviourWhat a beautiful illustration by Hazel Mead. Reminding us to always to consider what's going on underneath the surface, to look beyond...
elainenichollsnvrJul 215 minBRAVING - the elements of trust in relationshipsResearcher Brene Brown came up with the acronym ‘BRAVING’ - seven elements of trusting relationships. I think it’s a useful tool to...
elainenichollsnvrJun 231 minMindful parentingI’ve been doing a lot of driving lately - a lot - and I’ve been listening to audiobooks to make the most of the time. So far I’m still on...
elainenichollsnvrMay 211 minSelf compassionThe great thing about self compassion is it allows us to accept ourselves as we are while we openly acknowledge where we've still got...