Ase Anderson 
Helping your child to develop good social skills is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Research shows that children who have strong social skills make friends more easily and are better equipped to deal with setbacks and stressful situations. A young person’s social skills can also act as a … Read more
Self-Awareness is about being conscious of our thoughts, feelings and behaviour and is the foundational emotional intelligence skill we all need to learn to live our lives in harmony with ourselves and others. To develop your self-awareness, you can put into practice these five steps: 1. Know what triggers your negative emotions We all experience … Read more
“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. And in that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” – Author Unknown. Have you ever said something you didn’t mean or reacted in a way that you later regretted? If the answer to this question is … Read more
I’ve always loved the concept of a morning routine. The idea that you can start every day on an even keel, ready to face the world as your best self is hugely appealing. For a long time, turning this vision into a reality eluded me. Each Sunday I would set my intentions to get up … Read more
Life as a teenager is not always easy. Not only do their hormones take them on an emotional rollercoaster ride, they are also struggling to find an identity and developing a sense of independence. Today’s teens also face an onslaught of mixed messages on social media. From celebrities showcasing their airbrushed, flawless bodies to motivational … Read more
How can you motivate yourself to change when the odds seem stacked against you? “Uncharted waters”, “unprecedented times” and “unknown territory” are all phrases that have been used to describe the current situation we find ourselves in. Clichés aside, these words don’t come close to describing the anxiety and uncertainty many of us feel as … Read more
Graduating class of 2020, we feel for you. There is no doubt that Covid-19 has thrown a massive curveball in your way. Whatever plans you had for this summer – be it a coveted internship, traveling to foreign shores or camping at a festival with your mates- chances are that they will have to be … Read more
It is no exaggeration to say that the coronavirus pandemic has affected all of us in one way or another. Even if you were lucky enough to stay healthy, keep your job and remain connected to friends and family, the pandemic and subsequent lockdown will have had an impact on your normal day-to-day routine. If … Read more
The English Season is the name given to a number of social and sporting events that take place during the spring and summer. This calendar of prestigious events traditionally attracts Royalty, celebrities and high society as well as visitors from all over the world. Think Pimm’s, strawberries, fascinators and picnics at regattas, festivals, concerts and … Read more
“Etiquette is always evolving. The rules are not set in stone. What does remain constant are the principles of kindness, respect and courtesy.” – Philip Sykes, The British School of Etiquette If anyone out there is still labouring under the misconception that etiquette is out-dated and irrelevant, now is the time to revise your view. … Read more
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