by Lesley Lyle | April, 2016 | Education
“That’s life!”. This may not sound like the kind of advice someone should give anyone struggling with adversity however, consider its meaning for a moment. As a teacher for the past 14 years I have noticed a shift in children’s mental health awareness and...
by Lesley Lyle | April, 2016 | Brain chemicals
Defending yourself is a natural survival tool, but too much defensiveness can wear you out. This drain on your energy is easier to manage when you know how your brain produces it. We are designed to scan continuously for potential threat, but our brain defines threat...
by Lesley Lyle | April, 2016 | Strengths
“What makes us weird also makes us wonderful; what makes us weak also makes us strong.” The Leaning Tower My good friend and author, David Rendall in his book, The Freak Factor uses this quote in relation to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The Leaning Tower of Pisa has a...
by Lesley Lyle | April, 2016 | Uncategorized
by Lesley Lyle | April, 2016 | A Million Smiles
How to Say Hello BODY: When it comes to the number of ways you can greet someone – we’re spoilt for choice. From a tentative ‘hello?’ on the phone to a firm handshake, wide smile, nod of the head, wave of the hand, warm embrace or even a kiss – there’s a myriad of...
