Aliesha Embleton

What if school taught kids more than just how to get good grades? In this post, we explore the emotional skills, like confidence, resilience, and self-belief, that children need to thrive in life, not just exams. It's time to stop waiting for a crisis and start teaching the foundations early.

In my latest chat on the Magical Learning Podcast, we unpacked what resilience really looks like for kids today; why unstructured time matters, how small everyday moments build confidence, and what parents and educators can do to support children growing up in a fast-paced, tech-driven world. It’s a heartfelt, practical conversation for anyone wanting to raise capable, grounded humans.

School reluctance is a message. This article shows how transitions (new classes, timetables, friendships, illness) can overload a child’s nervous system, and provides practical supports: name the change, anchor with rituals, welcome feelings, take tiny steps, involve the village. Build Sapling Minds’ pillars; Resilience (recover), Authenticity (own what’s mine) and Entrepreneurial Spirit (co-create). Swap pressure for presence and help confidence return.