The Doodle Bug

Been a hectic 2 weeks, I’ve travelled over 1,000 miles to deliver workshops at schools in E.Riding,E.Sussex,Oxon & Gloucs. Some have also had CPD.If you are looking for an inspiring day for this term or in Autumn. Please let me know. Work completed for 498 UK schools so far.

In my workshops, I see a wide range of reactions & emotions in different environments.
Sometimes I see frustration but I also see participants rubbing their hands together, embracing challenges & relishing the opportunity to test themselves. Resilience is important for wellbeing. 2/2

We should never underestimate the importance of productive struggle. That is where resilience is tested & built, you learn a lot about yourself & others in those challenging situations. Many pick the easy route but the harder ones are more beneficial in the long term. 1/2

appreciation of how fortunate you are when the nicer, better and more rewarding elements come your way. A positive mindset & a sense of humour can bring light to a dark tunnel & a supportive network around you is invaluable as well. Enjoy the weekend everyone. 3/3

because not only were they opportunities for me to learn & grow but also helped to build my own levels of resilience. I also genuinely believe that to truly value the better jobs,days & other things in life that those bad experiences give you true perspective and a better 2/3

Not sure if any1 needs to hear this but if it gives even 1 person some positivity, it will of been worth posting. I’ve had some great work experiences but I’ve also been in situations/scenarios that I didn’t really want to be in. However, I’m glad I had those bad experiences 1/3

Having the luxury of visiting/working at so many different schools (nearly 500 now), is beneficial in many ways. Not only does that continue to increase my knowledge which I share in CPD I deliver but it also enables me to provide schools with highly detailed feedback reports. 👇🏻

I am starting to get very busy now due to schools wanting to end the academic year with a very enjoyable day with immediate/long term benefits.Some are
booking the CPD sessions I deliver for the Autumn Term, if of interest, please let me know.
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My latest review👇🏻. It’s always about not just the next school I visit but about the next classroom I work in & all of the pupils & staff in that classroom. If you are looking for a positive experience for pupils & staff with immediate & long term benefits, please let me know.Worked @490+ UK schools.

I stayed in this room this week, it was a nice room & gave me a licence to chill ! Sorry 😂

brilliant completed pictures. Staff are very enthusiastic, deserve great credit & are excellent role models. A genuine pleasure to visit your fantastic school & work at a school which is a true reflection of their positive values. Well Done Everyone. 2/2 👏🏻👌

I had a great day delivering the workshops at All Souls’ CE Primary in Heywood yesterday.The pupils impressed me in many ways & especially with regards to their fantastic resilience levels,excellent attitudes to learning,exemplary conduct & great work ethics,all of which were reflected in their 1/2

It’s important to highlight that you can believe that you are great at something & still have a Fixed Mindset.I share the true story of the negative impact that had on my exam results in the motivational assemblies I deliver, thats why heads get me in before SATS. True stories are impactful.Reviews👇🏻

If anyone is tracking their calories, looking for a Gluten Free snack or wanting a cheap chocolate or coconut fix, I can’t recommend these bars enough. They are so nice. You can pick a box of 5 up for £1 at Iceland. Other flavours available as well but these are excellent👌.

The answer was 0 ! If people don’t know about something & what it is, how can we expect them to promote it outside of school ?. I talk about the importance of getting parents/carers onboard with Growth Mindset in the CPD sessions I deliver otherwise it’s counterproductive. 3/3

can see the impact I have had on the children & hear why the Growth Mindset theory is so important. In 2024,1 assembly I delivered at a small school was very well attended, nearly 40 adults turned up. When I asked them if they had heard of Growth Mindset, how many of them told me that they had ? 2/3

It’s so important we don’t make presumptions/assumptions. I always try to finish workshop days with a motivational assembly, by having it after everyone has worked with me, that allows me to link it to the sessions for greater impact.Many schools now invite the parents/carers to the talk so they 1/3

At a school recently,1 pupil asked if I would get to 500 schools(491 after delivering workshops at a Warwks school on Weds).I said “I hope so but I never take things for granted & then you don’t get disappointed.”Words are powerful,I want to promote positivity/food for thought.👇🏻

very impressed with their exemplary manners & behaviour.Staff are enthusiastic & excellent role models. Such a positive learning environment,it was a pleasure/privilege to visit your fantastic school & work with you all (pupils & staff).Well done every1 @Burrough Green C of E Primary Academy .👏🏻👌2/2

I’ve had a fantastic day today,delivering the workshops @Burrough Green C of E Primary Academy in Cambs.The pupils(& staff) completed some amazing pictures & impressed me on many levels.The pupils possess excellent resilience levels,superb attitudes to learning & impressive work ethics.I was also 1.

After travelling over 500 miles & delivering the workshops at schools in Lancs & Surrey last week,this week I will be working at a school in Cambs.The 490th different UK school I’ve worked for.I am passionate about promoting Growth Mindset in a unique/creative way. Ideal for children+adults. #edusky

If the workshops, motivational assemblies or/and the Staff CPD I deliver, may be of interest please let me know.

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Thank you Mary Cay, I hope you are well !