Michelle Mitchell

Most kids experience some level of anxiety as they circumnavigate growing up. However, our kids have been through a lot since the arrival of COVID. They certainly are living in a quickly changing world surrounded by new challenges. Many of our kids have been experiencing extended lockdowns, remote learning and disrupted routines. Although this presentation is not COVID specific, it aims to talk about the practical things tweens can do during tough times.

We know that tough experiences only build resilience if our kids have the tools to navigate them effectively. In this presentation Michelle gives tweens practical tools to recognise and manage big emotions. She also offers a set of daily routines that foster resilience and strength. 

This presentation includes:

• How to build muscles for tough stuff
• The role of anxiety and big emotions in our reactions and behaviour
• 6 ways to respond bravely to life’s challenges
• How to notice when a friend needs to build their brave