(3/4) Picture 2 shows what this might look like in practice, focusing on the small, repeated moments within the classroom. If children are withdrawn for separate interventions, they might miss out on building these resources in the very environments where they’re most naturally felt and grown…

(2/4) I’ve been reflecting on this through Barbara Fredrickson’s Broaden & Build Theory of Positive Emotions (1998), one of my favourite theories from my DEdPsy training! This picture shows how safety, calm & positive emotion can ‘broaden’ what feels possible & ‘build’ trust, confidence & belonging.

I’ve been thinking about which strengths are most visible when people work together and particularly the ones that show up quietly but just as meaningfully. It feels just as true for children as for us as adults, making me think about how we create spaces where every contribution is valued 💭

I've started sharing reflections on instagram through "EdPsych Corner" about neuroaffirming social connections and wanted to share here too, starting with how I love this quote. Belonging isn't just about being there, it's about being valued, noticed & able to take part in ways that feel authentic 💫

A wholesome weekend recharging and learning how to make macarons with my mum… I hadn’t realised how complex the process was, especially the Italian meringue! I’ll savour every bite from now on 😋

Very excited to be at the Association of Educational Psychologists conference in Edinburgh 😆 it was a pleasure to talk all about positive disability representation and imagined contact. The nerves were quickly settled by a lovely audience, no surprise there with a group of #EdPsychs 🤗 #AEPConference