Truly Madly Smiley

Do you make a plan to start the new school term, or do you just go for it and see what unfolds? Today, we're going to have a look at why things go wrong and if there's anything we can do about that. I have a secret formula which I call doughnuts! Bring your journal, paper and pen because we are going to work it all out together. So next time something goes wrong, you can see it from a different perspective, and maybe even stop putting yourself under so much pressure to get it right all the time.

Are you a bookworm who not only loves books, but enjoys getting your creative on and learning some nifty self development tools? Would you like to learn how to have more fun, learning to feel confident & care free with less anxiety. I have a special invitation for you & a free activity guide.

Today, we're meeting 10 sensitive worried children who are super stressed out with life and looking for peace, fun and friendship. Each one is facing a struggle or challenge that is giving them lots of worries and big scary feelings. They've kindly agreed to share their stories with you. I believe that when we share our stories it’s comforting to know that we’re not the only one. We’re not alone and there is nothing wrong with us. There is definitely nothing wrong with you! I wonder if you can see yourself in one or more of their stories. Have a listen and let me know.

Smiley continues with the courage chats and talks to Holly-Ann Martin from Safe4 Kids to teach you about body safety.

Today we meet Jemma and talk about the challenges children face and how we can support them.

Well! What a year 2020 has been. We weren't expecting that, were we? As the magic of Christmas beckons, it's time to see if it has left us any surprise gifts under the Christmas Tree. I've made you a hot chocolate with marshmallows, so come and sit with me for some festive chit-chat

COURAGE CHAT #6 Hello Helpers – – you’re going to realise that help is all around if you know where to look for it.

You can do anything even when life gets tricky. Tricky times (hello Coronavirus), tricky things (starting something new or doing something for the first time) and I guess we could probably add tricky people into the mix. Life is full of trickiness, but when we believe in ourselves and we believe that we can handle anything life throws our way, it feels less scary and more peaceful. As the drama of the Corona Crazy unfolds, I want to help you feel as peaceful as possible.

What would your life feel like without all those worries? Wouldn’t it be lighter, freer and feel so much easier! Of course, it would! In today's episode, I'm going to share with you some things that I think everybody needs to understand about their worries so that they don't take over your life.

Do you know the secret to happiness? Smiley tells you about the 3 myths or lies that people believe are the secret to happiness. Then she helps you work out what your happiness is all about.

The way you start your day really sets the tone for what's to come. Do you start slow and feel ready for the day ahead? Or are you rushing about stressed - not able to enjoy it for fear of being late or forgetting something? Today I'm going to share with you how you can make mornings more enjoyable and less stressful. I want you to start your day with a smile! Not one on your face - that would be nice, but even if you're grumpy in the morning, you have an inner smile that you can activate.

The Coronavirus has become a global pandemic and changed our daily life as we know it. The planet has slowed down, the schools are shut and people are being asked to stay at home. With all this time on our hands, can we turn this to our advantage or are we drowning in a sea of worry and feeling stuck with nothing to do. Let's have a chat about that.

Life is full of unknowns and uncertainty. It really helps to know how to navigate unchartered territory without letting fear overwhelm you. It's true to say that we all suffer with a little self-doubt sometimes. What if it doesn't turn out okay? Am I making the right decision? What if I get it wrong?  What if there was a secret sign language that could help us find our own way without having to ask 100 people on social media or all our friends in the playground? In this episode, I'm going to show you a little Smiley trick  that helps you tune in to your inner voice and find your way. 'You can't do your best when you're doubting yourself. If you don't believe in yourself who will?' ~Michael Jackson Fancy having some fun while we work out your secret sign language together? Come and join me. Tune in today!It involves a good helping of leafy greens and a random monkey! You'll see! Black Friday Sale! Bag a box of Smiley Thought Cards Click here to get my Black Friday deals (29th November for 3 days) or visit my online shop.       How to order the book: The book is available to buy in paperback and Kindle format on Amazon NOW! Click here to find out how you get your hands on a copy.     Free Kids' Worries Workshop Here you'll find 4 easy steps to 'Grow Your Own Happiness & Shrink Your Worries' today! Have a question for Smiley? Hop on over to the comments section on the website and leave your question for Smiley. She will either respond to you there or use your question to feature in another episode of the podcast. You can do this anonymously so nobody knows you have asked.  Please Like, Rate + Review! If you enjoyed today’s episode, please take action and help spread the word. I want us to find all the Wildhearts who can learn and understand that they are wonderful just as they are. All you have to do is like, rate and review the podcast. Or you can mention it to them in the playground or when you next see them! Thank you.    Don't miss an episode! Remember to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live.

Smiley’s message for November This month the message is about finding our place in the world. Listen to the message and learn how you make a difference and bring your own brand of awesomeness to the world. This might be helpful if you are nervous or not feeling very confident. We can chat about the things which might be holding you back. Also in this episode, you'll wander into the filing cabinet of your mind and remove all the folders which tell you that you can't do things. Anything is possible and I want to show you that you can do it and you can believe in yourself!   What you'll hear this episode:  On the last Sunday of every month, I usually go live on my Facebook Page to give out messages to all the children (and Mums!) who want them. The energy of the cards is powerful and will now be broadcast on the podcast to all the families that need to hear what they have to say. The Smiley Thought Cards give inspiration to so many! We can draw strength from their wisdom. The cards want the very best for us. This is also an opportunity for us to stop and go within. We need to make time to do that. It's a great life skill to teach children. To reflect and help ourselves. Smiley Thought Card for November:   Photo Message: I make a difference to the world Photo: boy feeling free in nature and determined to climb up a tree Card Type: Love (hearts) Reverse Message: Sprinkle your awesomeness around like confetti. It will inspire others to do the same.         Want to learn more about how to be with and understand your feelings? There are many classes in the Energy Pod replay library. Click here to access the library. Please rate + review! If you enjoyed this month's Smiley Heart message, please rate and review on iTunes. That way, more Wildhearts can find us and join in the fun.   Don't miss an episode! Remember to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live. Connect with me on Facebook or watch some cool videos on My YouTube Channel.     Get Your Happy On Every Day! If you enjoyed the podcast, you can bag yourself a box of beautiful Smiley Thought Cards and discover the magic for yourself. Buy a Box of Cards Today!

It's October half term here in the UK and as exciting and fun as it is to have so much time and space away from school, I also know that into that space jumps sibling squabbles, endless requests for more sweets, screens and other items that require strict limits. Hold those boundaries firm - don't let the giddyness of the holidays weaken your resolve!

Life is a series of endings and new beginnings - a bit like chapters in a big book. With any ending comes loss and grief. Sometimes we have to grieve for situations and people who are still alive. Like when a family breaks up or when our friends move away. Death however is slightly different. It is part of life, but something which remains a mystery to us all. I've created this episode to help children understand death and make sense of it according to their little world. We will all have different beliefs about death and dying. Nobody is right or wrong because really we don't know! Children have curious minds that are full of questions. When we don't understand or we can't make sense of something, it feeds our fear and anxiety. This episode will be reassuring, comforting and validating for those of you that have lost a family member, somebody you love or even a pet. We mustn't be afraid to talk about death because when we project our fears on it and avoid it as a topic, we make it more scary for children. It's important to keep the language age-appropriate and ask questions - allowing children to draw their own conclusions.  Helpful Stuff for Parents: You may like this blog post So Long Farewell! Learning to Say Goodbye and How to Handle Clingyness without Losing your Cool because separation anxiety can manifest when there is a death in the family.   Smiley coaching resources mentioned in this episode: You can download the Energy Pod classes on sadness and anger here (talking about feelings will help your child process, make sense of and release them). If you haven't done already, buy a copy of my new book - Stuck Between Two Worlds here. Grab your free copy of my new kids' workshop 'Grow Your Own Happiness and Shrink Your Worries' by clicking here!   Please Rate + Review! Click here to tell me your favourite episode and leave your thoughts about the podcast. Remember! The more ratings and reviews, the more Wildhearts will be able to find the podcast. Let's go find them and help them! #teamwildheart     Have a question for Smiley? Hop on over to the comments section on the website and leave your question for Smiley. She will either respond to you there or use your question to feature in another episode of the podcast. You can do this anonymously so nobody knows you have asked.      Tell your friends about 'Truly Madly Smiley' If you enjoyed today’s episode, please tell all your friends about it. You can share it using the social media buttons on this page or you can just mention it in the playground or at the school gates.    Don't miss an episode! Remember to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live. Download this FREE kids workshop today!

Smiley’s message for October This month the message is about sadness - allowing your tears to fall and wash away your sadness. Listen to the message and learn how to get comfortable with the uncomfortable. This might be helpful if you are worried or angry. Often that's a sign that there is something lurking underneath all those big feelings. In this episode you'll also get to meet your Smiley guard dog who will help you with your sads and protect you from other people's judgement or awkwardness when you cry.  You can come and listen to this whenever you need to.  What you'll hear this episode:  On the last Sunday of every month, I usually go live on my Facebook Page to give out messages to all the children (and Mums!) who want them. There is a massive block around my work and Facebook. I'm not going to waste any more of my time trying to understand that. The energy of the cards is powerful and will not be stopped because despite what other people are thinking or making it mean, kids need to hear this stuff! The Smiley Thought Cards give inspiration to so many! We can draw strength from their wisdom. The cards want the very best for us. Their energy is lovely and I didn't want the children to miss out on that. It's also an opportunity for us to stop and go within. We need to make time to do that. It's a great life skill to teach children. To reflect and help ourselves. So I've decided that the monthly message will be part of the podcast.  Smiley Thought Card for October: Photo Message: I let go of everything that makes me sadPhoto: girl blowing bubbles to set her sadness freeCard Type: Encourgement (sunbursts)Reverse Message: Share your sad thoughts and feeligs with a trusted grown up. Make more space for happy ones.   Want to learn more about how to be with and understand your feelings?There is a whole class on sadness in the Energy Pod replay library. Click here to access the library Please rate + review! If you enjoyed this month's Smiley Heart message, please rate and review on iTunes. That way, more Wildhearts can find us and join in the fun. Don't miss an episode!Remember to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live.Connect with me on Facebook or watch some cool videos on My YouTube Channel.   Get Your Happy On Every Day! If you enjoyed the podcast, you can bag yourself a box of beautiful Smiley Thought Cards and discover the magic for yourself. Buy a Box of Cards Today!

Has anybody ever called you nosey? Is your brain like a crazy quizmaster constantly asking you questions and searching for answers? Does the thought of not knowing something leave you worried or scared? In today's episode my beautiful niece, Mia, is asking me all the questions about all the things. If you're curious - not nosey but curious and you want to find out my favourite colour, what I hate about my job, how I became The Smiley Coach and what makes me angry or sad, then you had better get yourself comfy for a really juicy episode! Let's dive in!

Today's episode is a little bit cray cray with lots of silly sayings to help you deal with rejection, loss, disappointment and failure. When you're a sensitive soul, these things can go straight to our hearts and are really ouchy.  Here's the thing: in life people and situations will disappoint us. We're all different and other people aren't like us. Sadly, the world isn't always as we wish it was! Another way of looking at it is that life isn't happening to us - it's happening for us. It's not personal, it's showing us the way. In this episode I want to show you how it doesn't have to be all doom and gloom. When you feel as if it's not quite going your way, let's stop and have a think about what's really going on.  Helpful Stuff for Parents: You may like this blog post Are you taking it personally? Or this one How to Help your Child Bounce Back When They Feel like Giving Up.     Smiley coaching resources mentioned in this episode: You can download any of the replays of the Energy Pod classes here  (including the ones we talked about in this episode - disappointment, frustration, mistakes, sensitivity and respect).  If you haven't done already, buy a copy of my new book - Stuck Between Two Worlds here.  Join all the exciting discussions and share your creative gifts in Book Club. There is a special offer on right now until 30th September.   Please Rate + Review! Click here to tell me your favourite episode and leave your thoughts about the podcast. Remember! The more ratings and reviews, the more Wildhearts will be able to find the podcast. Let's go find them and help them! #teamwildheart Have a question for Smiley? Hop on over to the comments section on the website and leave your question for Smiley. She will either respond to you there or use your question to feature in another episode of the podcast. You can do this anonymously so nobody knows you have asked.  Tell your friends about 'Truly Madly Smiley' If you enjoyed today’s episode, please tell all your friends about it. You can share it using the social media buttons on this page or you can just mention it in the playground or at the school gates.    Don't miss an episode! Remember to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live. Buy the book today!

Listen to Lisa and Mia talk about how easy it is to go from being stressed and struggling (just like we all do) to feeling calmer, in control and more confident again.