As a Kids Life Coach, diving deep into the heart of why you do what you do isn't just beneficial—it's essential. Your purpose, or your "big why," is the compass that guides your decisions, shapes your coaching strategies, and lights the path for the children and families you support. But how do you uncover this guiding beacon? It all starts with asking yourself the right questions at the right time! 

What I have learnt over my many years of coaching children, is that there is a difference between merely going through the motions and making a profound impact. Anybody can tick off a task list and smile at the end of the day but what about the long term outcomes? To me underlying motivations and goals are what count.

Asking myself the right questions has helped me to peel back the layers of my surface-level desires to help children to reveal the core of my passion and purpose as a global children's change maker. These questions have encouraged me to have introspection, fostered my  clar...

I am going to jump right in by asking you a question: "How do you stand out as a Kids Life Coach?" The truth is that when I started coaching children in 2003, I was flying solo! Now Kids Life Coaches are easily and readily available because there is such a need and such a demand. There is also more than enough work to go around! So how do you manage to capture your piece of the pie?

By being authentically you and by harnessing your interests and experience to SERVE your clients. Yes...you stand out by being of service. Anybody can market on social media by creating a reel or posting something intellectual, but are you really connecting? 

You see I still even after two decades of coaching children for a living...get asked the question. Is there a market for Kids Life Coaching? Why isn't this more of a thing? Why haven't I heard of it before?

This means these people have only recently set their RAS (Reticular Activating System) to notice how poorly educated coaches are flooding the ma...

Imagine you're standing at the edge of a tangled mysterious forest. The trees are whispering secrets, the path ahead is veiled in a light mist, and every step forward feels like stepping into the unknown. It is muddy, wet and seems uninviting and very uncomfortable. 

This forest is the metaphorical representation of our comfort zones, and just beyond the dense foliage lies a world brimming with treasures, waiting to be discovered. This is the adventure that awaits on the other side of your discomfort.  This past week, I took a client on a walk in this metaphorical forest that we nicknamed "Spaghetti Forest" because it was a tangle of branches with no clear pathway...just like her brain at the beginning of our 5 day Kids Life Coaching Retreat together. 

For her, starting her Kids Life Coaching business after being in corporate for so many years feels uncomfortable. Just like her first step into the forest might have felt daunting. What she discovered is that the decision to try someth...

Holiday time opens a world of imagination, joy, and learning opportunities for the kids you coach.  Designing a holiday camp or programme that captures the essence of the season you are in, while engaging young coachees is a great way to enrich their time off from school and maximise your reach in your community.

Here's how you can organise an unforgettable and educational skills based holiday camp or programme that kids will be thrilled to attend. 

1. Select a Captivating Theme

Kick off your planning by choosing a theme that embodies the holiday spirit. Themes like "Enchanted Winter Wonderland," "Holiday Heroes and Legends," or "The Spirit of Giving" can ignite children's curiosity and excitement. A well-chosen theme provides a foundation for a cohesive and immersive experience.

2. Design Dynamic Activities

With your theme in place, curate a list of dynamic activities that blend Play Based Coaching® strategies with neuroscience education. Activities can range from creative arts a...

In the whirlwind of coaching, mentoring, and guiding the young minds of today, it's easy for for you as a Kids Life Coach to forget a crucial element in the equation of nurturing growth: taking a moment to catch your own breath. The role of a Kids Life Coach is profoundly rewarding, yet as you know, it can also be undeniably demanding. Amidst the hustle of administration, marketing, planning coaching sessions, engaging with children, and striving to make a difference, the importance of pausing, reflecting, and recharging cannot be overstated.

Pausing is not merely a break in your daily actions; it's creating an intentional space for your own reflection, growth, and rejuvenation. For you as a Kids Life Coach, these moments of pause are vital. They offer an opportunity to reflect on the impact of your work, reassess strategies, and renew your commitment to the children you guide. This reflective practice not only enhances your effectiveness but also safeguards your wellbeing.

Catching ...

What equates to a difficult child? Is this a child who doesn't listen? Always argues? Doesn't follow the rules? Lies? Steals? Takes drugs and drinks alcohol? Plays truant and doesn't perform well at school?

No matter how we look at it, "difficult" has negative connotations and no matter the "difficulty" facing the child you are coaching, it isn't about what is going wrong, but about what you can do to help!

In my experience, coaching children, especially those who present challenges, needs more than just my patience and determination. It calls for me to get creative and resourceful. Here are some strategies I use to help unlock the potential in every child I coach, no matter the obstacles they are facing.

1. Embrace Flexibility: Children who are labeled as "difficult" often struggle with rigid structures. Flexibility in your approach allows you to tailor your coaching methods to fit the child's unique needs and learning style. This might mean adjusting your expectations or finding n...

At Kids Life Studio®, we're all about making things feel personal, warm, and welcoming from the very start. That's why we've crafted a friendly and systematic 10-Step process to take new families through our Play Based Coaching programme. Our special approach helps us ensure that every child and their family feel supported throughout their journey with us, from the first hello to celebrating their achievements and beyond.

I would say that our 10-Step process is like building a cozy, sturdy house together. We start by laying down a strong foundation for our coaching relationship, making sure we understand every child's unique needs and dreams. This way, we can plan, track, and cheer on progress, aiming for real, meaningful growth that we can see and celebrate together.

These steps are our secret sauce to making sure nothing slips through the cracks. They help us keep everything running smoothly, especially the behind-the-scenes stuff, so we can focus on what really matters – supportin...

In a world that often emphasizes safety and security, the concept of encouraging children to take risks might seem counterintuitive. However, at Kids Life Studio®, we believe that learning to navigate risks is a crucial part of a child's development. Risk-taking, when supported in a healthy and balanced way, can foster resilience, creativity, and independence in children, preparing them for the challenges of adulthood.

First and foremost, it's essential to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy risks. Healthy risks push children slightly out of their comfort zones in a controlled environment, allowing them to explore their capabilities and limits. These can range from trying a new sport, engaging in public speaking, or solving a complex problem without immediate assistance. Unhealthy risks, on the other hand, can endanger physical or emotional well-being and should always be avoided.

As Kids Life Coaches, our role is not to shield children from every potential hazard but to guid...

People buy for a variety of reasons, especially when it comes to products and services related to family and parenting, like those you offer as a Kids Life Coach. Understanding these reasons can help you tailor your content and offerings to better meet the needs and desires of your target audience. Here are the 6 key reasons why parents might be drawn to your offerings:

1. Solve a Problem or Meet a Need: Many parents and caregivers are on the lookout for solutions to specific challenges they face in family life, whether it's dealing with behavioural issues, enhancing communication within the family, or finding effective ways to support their child's development. Your courses, coaching programs, digital downloads, and newsletters can offer valuable strategies and insights to address these concerns.

2. Desire for Improvement: There's a strong desire among parents and caregivers to improve and be the best they can be in their roles. This includes seeking out resources that can help them...

*Trigger warning* 

I have lost two family members to suicide. I have over the years worked with children who have been suicidal. I have had friends who have told me they have been suicidal and I have lost friends to suicide. I have heard of friends who have lost family members to suicide and I have had clients who have lost parents to suicide. I have supported a teen client when he was suicidal and on top of a building ready to jump. (Read the chapter on "No building tall enough" in my book Secret Parent for the full story on this teen.)

Yes, sadly I have been faced with lots of suicide in my life AND I myself have been suicidal....

Perhaps you have been suicidal to?

I know what it is like and at the time, the feelings are real, dark and intense. I don't see myself as a weak person but there have been times in my life that I have felt hopeless.  That is why every year on World Suicide Prevention Day, 10 September, I find solace in knowing that despite losing so many valuable souls ...