Childosophy

26/02/2026

Bullying is often misunderstood as power.
But beneath the behaviour is a child seeking connection in the only way they know how.

When the Need to Love is unmet, children may seek approval through dominance, control or harm.

Not because they are strong, but because they are searching to belong.

If we only punish the behaviour, we miss what the child is communicating.
Behind aggression is longing.
Behind dominance is disconnection.

When we look deeper, we move closer to the truth,
every child is asking to be loved well.

23/02/2026

Last year I held an event at the Geelong library and the energy in the room was amazing! It became clear that people were looking for a space where learning, reflection, and support could continue—not just at events like this, but every day.

The questions, the stories, the shared insights—they deserved a place to grow.

That's what inspired me to create a new community on Skool - Soul Generation. Soul Generation is about extending the curiosity, the connection, and the sense of possibility into an ongoing journey—for parents, educators, and anyone who nurtures children or looking to support their own inner child.

It is free to join and I wanted to extend an invitation to you all - I can't wait to continue the conversation in Soul Generation!

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Honour and guide the developing lives of children with depth, insight, and lasting impact. Based on the research and work of Dr Maxine Thérèse.

23/02/2026

Children feel everything deeply.

How you show up shapes their world, and how they see themselves.

Soft hearts, open listening, and gentle presence cultivate confidence, empathy, and resilience.

An open heart is the space where children truly thrive.

19/02/2026

Independence grows through action.

Each time a child climbs, tries, speaks up or has a go, their inner belief strengthens: I can.

When adults allow safe, supported action — without rushing in to fix or rescue — capability develops.

And from capability, true independence is formed. ✨

18/02/2026

Wellbeing is sometimes treated as an extra or an afterthought in education, but in truth, it is the very foundation of learning.

A child who feels safe, valued, and emotionally supported is not just happier, they are more curious, resilient, and capable of deep engagement with the world around them.

Learning is not just about facts or skills; it is about the whole child thriving. When we prioritise wellbeing first, every lesson, every experience, every interaction becomes an opportunity for growth that lasts a lifetime.

16/02/2026

Standing in my power means moving through life grounded, present, and no longer asking for permission to belong to myself.

14/02/2026

Every time we encourage a child to take their own steps, we’re strengthening their inner direction.

When we do this, children learn to trust themselves, follow their own direction, and step boldly into the world.

Who else believes courage starts with connection?

10/02/2026

Small moments of courage, met with trust, become independence over time.

How do you encourage independence in your child?

09/02/2026

Creativity doesn’t come from confidence, confidence grows from creativity.

When children feel safe to express themselves without pressure, creativity thrives and confidence naturally follows.

04/02/2026

Supporting children’s emotional needs begins with noticing.
Seeing behaviour as communication, not a problem to fix.

It looks like creating a classroom where children feel safe to express big feelings — and trust that they will be met with calm, consistency, and care.

Teachers support emotional needs by naming emotions, modelling regulation, and allowing space for children to pause, reset, and try again.

When emotional safety is prioritised, children are more able to learn, connect, and engage — because feeling understood always comes before feeling capable.