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Stay Calm Offering solutions for Schools & families to support the mental health, wellbeing of children & teenagers. Including SEN

22/06/2026

For anyone who posts a review on Amazon you will be in with a chance to receive a FREE copy of My magical Garden or My Magical Tree

Last week, I asked if anyone who has read My Magical Garden, My Magical Tree, or both, could leave an Amazon review.A hu...
22/06/2026

Last week, I asked if anyone who has read My Magical Garden, My Magical Tree, or both, could leave an Amazon review.

A huge thank you to Allan for taking the time to leave this lovely review. 💚

If you've enjoyed either book and haven't yet left a review, it only takes 5 minutes but makes a huge difference in helping others discover them.

Thank you for your support.

Yesterday I put out a request for anyone who had purchased either of my books My Magical Garden & My Magical Tree to lea...
21/06/2026

Yesterday I put out a request for anyone who had purchased either of my books My Magical Garden & My Magical Tree to leave a review on Amazon.

Below is one of the reviews that was posted.

I’m very grateful to everyone who took the time to leave a review 🥰

If you have one of the books and haven't yet left a review, I would be incredibly appreciative if you could spare a few minutes to do so.

Reviews really do matter. 😊

Thank you Virginia for your review 🥰

20/06/2026

I’ve already started getting more reviews for the books on Amazon

🐴🌟 Summer Horse Days for Children & Teenagers 🌟🐴Looking for something fun and memorable for your child or teenager this ...
20/06/2026

🐴🌟 Summer Horse Days for Children & Teenagers 🌟🐴

Looking for something fun and memorable for your child or teenager this summer?

Join us for our popular Horse Days, where participants can spend time with horses, make new friends, enjoy creative activities, build confidence, and have lots of fun in a relaxed and supportive environment.

📅 Remaining spaces:
15 July
🐴 Children: 2 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 5 places left

16 July
🐴 Children: 6 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 3 places left

29 July
🐴 Children: 8 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 5 places left

30 July
🐴 Children: FULL
🐴 Teenagers: 6 places left

4 August
🐴 Children: 7 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 6 places left

5 August
🐴 Children: 7 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 7 places left

20 August
🐴 Children: 7 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 7 places left

21 August
🐴 Children: FULL
🐴 Teenagers: 8 places left

27 August
🐴 Children: 8 places left
🐴 Teenagers: 5 places left

28 August
🐴 Children: FULL
🐴 Teenagers: 7 places left

📩 Message us for more information or to reserve a place.

Booking links are in the comments and please do share with your community, WhatsApp groups or Facebook groups 😊

🌟 A Little Favour to Ask 🌟Over the years, more than 8,000 copies of My Magical Garden and My Magical Tree have found the...
20/06/2026

🌟 A Little Favour to Ask 🌟

Over the years, more than 8,000 copies of My Magical Garden and My Magical Tree have found their way into homes, schools, therapy settings and libraries. Every message I receive from a parent, teacher or therapist telling me how the books have helped a child means so much to me.

As a self-published author, I don't have a publishing company promoting my books, managing stock levels or encouraging retailers to reorder. Everything depends on readers discovering the books and sharing their experiences.

Many people don't realise how the process works.

When books are regularly purchased and reviewed, Amazon sees that there is ongoing interest and will order more stock through distributors such as Gardners. Gardners then supply Amazon, bookshops, schools and libraries.

When there isn't much activity, fewer orders are placed and books can become difficult to find.

In fact, at the moment I've noticed that someone is selling a second-hand copy of My Magical Garden on Amazon for around £18. Please don't pay inflated prices like this. The book was never intended to cost that much, and I'd much rather see new copies become available again at it's normal price.

One of the simplest ways you can help is by leaving an Amazon review if you've purchased either book.

Reviews do much more than boost an author's confidence. They help:
✨ Other families find the books.
✨ Teachers and therapists discover them as resources.
✨ Amazon recognise there is continued interest.
✨ Gardners see demand and continue distributing the books.
✨ More children gain access to the books at sensible prices.

Even a short review can make a huge difference.

As a thank you, everyone who leaves a review between now and the end of the month will be entered into a draw to win a FREE signed copy of one of my books. I'll choose one review at random and announce the winner at the beginning of next month.

If My Magical Garden or My Magical Tree has helped your child, family, classroom or clients in any way, I would be incredibly grateful if you could spare a couple of minutes to leave a review.

Thank you for your support. ❤️

(And if you've already left a review, thank you—you've already helped more than you know.)

Understanding MeHelping teenagers understand their emotions, strengthen resilience, and build confidence from the inside...
19/06/2026

Understanding Me
Helping teenagers understand their emotions, strengthen resilience, and build confidence from the inside out.

Does your teenager struggle with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, low confidence, or big emotions?

I've created a new 5-week one-to-one programme called Understanding Me to help teenagers better understand themselves, their emotions, and how their nervous system works.

Through mindfulness, practical wellbeing tools, nervous system education, guided visualisations, and personalised support, young people learn how to recognise stress, regulate their emotions, and build confidence from the inside out.

The programme can be completed independently by the teenager or alongside a parent, creating a shared understanding and practical tools that can be used at home.

By the end of the programme, young people will have:
• Greater emotional awareness
• Practical tools for managing stress and anxiety
• Increased confidence and resilience
• A personalised wellbeing toolkit
• A better understanding of themselves

This isn't about fixing teenagers. It's about helping them understand themselves, recognise their strengths, and develop lifelong skills that support emotional wellbeing.

If you'd like to find out more or discuss whether the programme would be suitable for your child, please get in touch.

🌿 A Simple Grounding Blend for Focus, Calm & Better Sleep 🌿Many children and teenagers struggle to switch off after a bu...
17/06/2026

🌿 A Simple Grounding Blend for Focus, Calm & Better Sleep 🌿

Many children and teenagers struggle to switch off after a busy day. Their minds are still racing, their nervous systems are on high alert, and focus can feel difficult the next day.

One of my favourite grounding blends combines three powerful essential oils:
✨ Vetiver
✨ Cedarwood
✨ Lavender

💚 Why do they work?

🌱 Vetiver is often called the "oil of tranquillity." Its deep, earthy aroma is incredibly grounding and is often used to support focus, concentration, and emotional regulation. Many parents find it particularly helpful for children who seem constantly "on the go."

🌲 Cedarwood has a warm, woody scent that helps create feelings of stability and security. It can calm an overactive mind, encourage relaxation, and support a balanced mood.

💜 Lavender is well known for its calming properties. It helps reduce feelings of stress and overwhelm, promotes relaxation, and supports restful sleep.

Together, these oils create a beautiful grounding cocktail that helps bring both body and mind back into balance.

👣 The Power of a Bedtime Foot Massage

Before bed, dilute the oils in a carrier oil and gently massage them into the soles of the feet.

The feet contain thousands of nerve endings, and the simple act of touch can help activate the body's relaxation response. A gentle foot massage can:
✨ Encourage the nervous system to slow down
✨ Help release tension held in the body
✨ Promote feelings of safety and connection
✨ Support deeper, more restful sleep

For children and teens, this can become a calming bedtime ritual that signals to the brain that it's time to rest.

🌿 Support During the Day
You can also place the blend in a roller bottle or add a drop to a tissue for children and teens to carry with them.

A quick smell before school, during homework, or whenever they feel overwhelmed can help bring them back to the present moment, supporting focus, calm, and emotional regulation throughout the day.

Sometimes the simplest rituals can make the biggest difference. 💚
Always dilute essential oils appropriately and check for any sensitivities before use

How often do you speak kindly to yourself?As parents, we work hard to teach our children to be kind, compassionate, and ...
16/06/2026

How often do you speak kindly to yourself?

As parents, we work hard to teach our children to be kind, compassionate, and understanding of others. But one of the greatest lessons we can teach is how to be kind to ourselves.

Our children are always watching and learning. They notice how we respond when we make mistakes, how we cope with challenges, and the words we use when talking about ourselves.

So many of us focus on what we got wrong rather than celebrating all the things we got right. We replay mistakes, criticise ourselves, and say things to ourselves that we would never say to someone we love.
What if we spoke to ourselves with the same kindness, patience, and encouragement we offer others?
Showing kindness to yourself might mean taking a break when you need one, acknowledging your efforts, setting healthy boundaries, or simply replacing self-criticism with self-compassion.

When we show ourselves kindness, we give our children permission to do the same. And that is a lesson that can last a lifetime. 💛

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