by Janet Balcombe | Aug 24, 2020 | mental health, relationships, Society, the spark, Tips
The Oxford Dictionary defines trust as “a firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something”. Right now, you probably have a list of names that come to mind of people you trust and, perhaps, people you don’t.But what enables us to... 
by John Kennedy | Jun 22, 2020 | Children and Young People, Coronavirus, mental health, parenting, the spark, Tips, young people
The easing of Coronavirus lockdown is cause for much celebration. But for some households, it may increase tension between family members. Children and Young People’s Counsellor John Kennedy looks at why active listening could help parents and carers manage... 
by John Kennedy | May 26, 2020 | Children and Young People, families, mental health, parenting, the spark, Tips, young people
Change is an inevitable and necessary part of growing up. With every change there is an element of loss, even when the changes are welcome. Whether it is the grief that comes with the loss of a favourite toy as a child or the death of a beloved grandparent, change... 
