Game-Changing Feedback Tips You Never Knew You Needed!
Posted: September 12, 2024
The Role of Full Body Listening
How do we make sure we’re not just hearing feedback but truly receiving it? This is where the concept of full body listening comes in. When we fully engage our mind and body in listening, we show the person giving feedback that we’re open to hearing them. This encourages them to give us more helpful insights.
For example, have you ever noticed someone giving you feedback in a negative tone? It’s easy to get defensive, but full body listening helps you filter out the negative tone and focus on the useful information behind it. It’s about listening with both your mind and heart, allowing you to grow even from the toughest feedback.
Start a Conversation About Goals for the Upcoming Year
Posted: September 08, 2024
Helping your child set goals for the school year can provide a sense of purpose and motivation. Whether they’re academic, social, or personal goals, having a clear direction can boost confidence and focus. Here’s how to approach it:
Reflect on Last Year: Begin by discussing what went well last school year and what areas could be improved. This conversation can help your child identify both strengths and areas where they want to grow.
Age Specific, Social and Emotional Growth Charts
Posted: August 29, 2024
A quick read for what a parent needs to know regarding physical, mental, social and emotional growth broken down by a child's age.
At Personal Best, our mission includes being a committed partner to every parent in our community. Over the past 33 years, we’ve welcomed thousands of families through our doors, and we’re dedicated to sharing the best practices we’ve learned from their experiences. We strive to support parents by offering valuable insights and guidance that have been proven to help children thrive. The following is a very informative article we wanted to share by fellow Martial Artist out of New York Master Michael Evans.
As the summer winds down, anticipation for the new school year grows. For children and parents alike, the transition from laid-back summer days to structured academic routines can be challenging. To ensure a smooth transition and set your child up for success, it’s crucial to prepare early, focusing on their physical, intellectual, emotional, and social needs. Here’s an age-specific guide to help each child thrive from preschool to high school.
Helping Your Child Navigate the Social-Emotional Stress of School Relationships
Posted: August 22, 2024
At Personal Best, our mission includes being a committed partner to every parent in our community. Over the past 33 years, we’ve welcomed thousands of families through our doors, and we’re dedicated to sharing the best practices we’ve learned from their experiences. We strive to support parents by offering valuable insights and guidance that have been proven to help children thrive.
The school environment is more than just academics; it’s also a hub of complex social dynamics where children learn to navigate friendships, peer pressure, conflicts, and communication challenges. As parents, you play an essential role in equipping your child with the tools to manage these social-emotional stresses effectively. Here’s how you can prepare your child to confidently handle the ups and downs of relationships at school:
1. Foster Open Communication
PASSPORT WORLD TOUR - Summer 2024 BRAZIL
Posted: August 14, 2024
WHERE IN THE WORLD
Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in South America. It is the world’s fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population with over 192 million people. Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the east, Brazil has a coastline of 7,491 km (4,655 mi).
WHAT KIND OF KARATE? GRACIE JIU JITSU
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu: Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. It teaches that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a bigger, stronger assailant by using leverage and proper technique – most notably by applying joint-locks and chokeholds to defeat the other person. BJJ training can be used for sport grappling tournaments (gi and no-gi) and mixed martial arts (MMA) competition or self defense. Sparring and live drilling play a major role in training, and a premium is placed on performance, especially in competition, in relation to progress and ascension through its ranking system.