Tag: teens
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When Your Teen Feels Lost: How a Teen Academic Coach Can Transform Their Academic Journey This Summer
As summer holidays begin and results days loom on the horizon, you may find yourself asking: “How can I help my anxious teen prepare for their next academic chapter?” If you’re watching your teenager struggle with demotivation, anxiety, or self-doubt about A-levels, sixth form, or university, you’re not alone. The transition from GCSEs to A-levels…
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Crush Your Mocks with Spaced Repetition: The Ultimate Study Hack
Think of spaced repetition like training for a sport. You wouldn’t try to become a professional footballer by practicing 12 hours straight one day, right? Instead, you’d practice consistently, building your skills over time. That’s exactly how spaced repetition works for studying.
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Empowering Your Teen for Mock Exams: Proven Techniques for Success
As winter swings around, you may find yourself asking: “How can I help my teen prepare for mocks?” Mock exams serve as a critical stepping stone in academic performance, providing invaluable experience and insights into what they can expect in their final assessments. As a parent, your support can make a significant difference in their…
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Help Your Teen Find Their Passion: 6-Steps to Success
Perhaps your once-passionate child now seems apathetic about the future, resistant to discussions about college or careers. Or maybe they’ve tried several extracurriculars and part-time jobs, but nothing has ignited their enthusiasm. You worry that without a clear path, they’ll flounder or miss out on opportunities that could unlock their full potential.
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From Gaming to Greatness: 6 Steps to Harness Your Teen’s Digital Passions
I’ve discovered that the real issue isn’t usually gaming itself – it’s what gaming might be replacing or revealing about your teen’s needs.
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Turning Your Teen’s Gap Year into a Transformative Experience: 7 Steps to Success
When parents hear “gap year,” many imagine their teen sleeping late and playing video games for 12 months. However, my experience working with young people has shown that a well-structured gap year can be the key to:
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Why Smart Teens Struggle with Motivation (And 5 Proven Ways to Help Without Pushing Them Away)
As an Oxford graduate and youth mentor with over five years of experience working with high-achieving students, I’ve noticed a concerning pattern: some of the brightest teens struggle the most with motivation. This phenomenon, which I call “the capability-motivation gap,” often leaves parents feeling frustrated, confused, and increasingly worried about their child’s future. If you’re…