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The Dignity We Cannot Measure: Why Young People Need More Than Mental Health Support

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In 2005, Japanese mathematician and essayist Masahiko Fujiwara published a provocative book, The Dignity of the Nation. His central argument was simple but profound: a nation does not flourish because of wealth, technology, logic or even democracy alone. It flourishes because of the character of its people. A nation possesses dignity when its citizens are

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Can We Reverse a National Trend? History Suggests We Can. 

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One of the assumptions that concerns me most when discussing the growing number of young people who are not in education, employment or training is the subtle belief that the trend is somehow inevitable. When a problem becomes large enough, visible enough and persistent enough, there is a tendency to begin treating it as a fact of

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Sweden’s U-Turn on Screens and the Courage to Ask What Children Really Need

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One of the qualities I most admire in any society is the willingness to change course when new evidence emerges. It is surprisingly difficult for institutions, governments and even individuals to admit that an idea which once appeared progressive may require reconsideration. Yet throughout history, some of the most important advances have occurred when people

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The Quiet Measure of a Life: Dignity, Grace and the Return to Real Connection

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There is a strange contradiction at the heart of modern life. We are more connected than ever, more visible than ever, more able to perform ourselves to the world than any generation in history, and yet so many young people feel unseen in the ways that matter most. Beneath the endless stream of content, branding,

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This isnt compliance – it is agency

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There are moments in this work that do not look like breakthroughs at all. They look small. A shift in posture. A breath that lingers a second longer. A young person choosing, perhaps for the first time, not to leave themselves. And yet these moments build something profound — the return of agency, and with

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Change the World!

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There is something I have come to understand very clearly over the years: real change does not begin with systems, it begins with people. It begins in the body, in the nervous system, in those small, often invisible moments where a young person either feels overwhelmed by life or finds just enough steadiness to stay

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Understanding Functional Neurological Disorder (FND): A Guide for Educators 

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Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a medical condition that affects the way the brain and body communicate, leading to a range of physical and neurological symptoms. These can include non-epileptic seizures, motor problems like weakness, paralysis, or involuntary movements, as well as difficulties with balance, coordination, bladder and bowel function, and speech. People with FND

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When the World Feels Unsteady: War, Fear and the Shadow in Young People

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There are times when the atmosphere of the world changes energetically—something tightens, something hardens, becomes more fragile. War ripples far beyond the places where bombs fall. It enters conversations, homes, classrooms, it enters the inner world of a young person. They feel it in the tone of adults, in the urgency of the news, in

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The Case Against Pills And Protocols

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BeyondPills and Protocol: Towards a More Empathic Treatment for Young People When it comes to mental health, young people today are often met with waiting lists, assessments, and clinical labels. Pills and protocols can sometimes help, of course—they can bring relief, clarity, and stability. But if we stop there, we miss something essential: the human

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Adolescence & the Brain: what recent research is whispering to us

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Adolescence isn’t a problem to fix; it’s a season of becoming. New studies keep reminding us how exquisitely plastic the teen brain is—shaped by experience, relationship, stress, screens, and even a global lockdown. Below is a simple roundup you can share with young people, parents, and practitioners. 1) COVID-era disruption and the teenage brain A

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The Art of Letting Go: Overcoming Hindrances to Self-Care Through Ishwara Pranidhana

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by Charlotta Martinus Self-care is often spoken about as something simple: take a bath, go for a walk, pause for a deep breath. Yet for many of us — teachers, parents, young people alike — caring for ourselves can feel surprisingly difficult. Even when we know we need rest, something inside resists. We keep pushing,

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Wholesome: Rediscovering What It Means to Feel Whole in a Disconnected World5

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By Charlotta Martinus There’s a word that’s been making a quiet resurgence among young people: wholesome. On social media, in conversations, and within communities, young people are increasingly drawn to this concept. At first glance, it might seem like a quaint, almost old-fashioned word – something our grandparents might have used to describe a hearty

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Theory of Change Model for Yoga’s Impact on Mental Health and Social Cohesion

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Theory of Change Model for Yoga’s Impact on Mental Health and Social Cohesion 1. Inputs 2. Activities 3. Outputs 4. Short-term Outcomes 5. Intermediate Outcomes 6. Long-term Outcomes

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Building Grit or Building Spaces? Why We Need Safe, Chill, and Connect Spaces for Young People

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By Charlotta Martinus There’s a recurring narrative among politicians: young people need more grit. They need resilience training, mental toughness, and a structured approach to tackling life’s challenges. It sounds reasonable, right? After all, the world is unpredictable, and the ability to bounce back from setbacks is undoubtedly valuable. However, as someone deeply engaged with

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Embracing Wholeness: The Transformative Power of Yoga Therapy in CAMHS

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In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health care, a beacon of hope shines brightly as Southampton Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) secures a permanent contract for the integration of yoga therapy into its services. This momentous achievement heralds a new era in holistic mental health care provision, underscoring the profound impact of complementary

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Illuminating Hope: Yoga’s Guiding Light for Youth in an Age of Uncertainty

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In our modern era, marked by upheaval and unrest, parents and school teachers are witnessing the profound impact of uncertainty on the young minds they nurture and educate. As we navigate through turbulent times—where global crises, societal shifts, and technological advancements shape our daily lives—our youth are confronted with a world rife with challenges and

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Report on Festival of Education 2022

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It was an honour to be asked to speak at the Festival in 2022, although we soon realised that with 300 speakers over 2 days, there would be a lot of choice for the attendees. Keynote speaker Amanda Spielman delivered an impassioned talk about Ofsted and how schools cannot separate wellbeing from education, the two

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Thought for the Day 29th March 2021

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        Coming to the end of Lockdown and of what feels like a year of isolation for many, will be a big moment for most young people. When we are young, our natural tendency is to seek company and role models, breaking with old structures, trying out risky behaviours and finding out

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