Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges women to fuel themselves with diversity in the way they think, the way they work, the way they parent and the way they live their lives.

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FAMILY REFLECTIONS AT YEAR'S END

Reflection is a powerful tool that allows families to bond, learn, and grow together. As the year draws to a close, taking the time to reflect on the experiences, challenges, and successes of the past year can be incredibly beneficial. It provides an opportunity for parents and children to connect on a deeper level, fostering open communication and understanding within the family unit. Through reflection, families can celebrate achievements, learn from setbacks, and set intentions for the future. Here are five writing prompts designed to help parents engage their children in meaningful conversations about the events and lessons of 2023.

Writing Prompts:

Memorable Moments: Encourage your child to recall and write about three memorable moments from 2023. These could be experiences, events, achievements, or even small moments that brought joy or made an impact on them. Discuss why these moments stood out and their significance.

Challenges and Growth: Ask your child to reflect on a challenge they faced this year. Have them write about how they navigated through it, what they learned, and how it contributed to their personal growth. Encourage them to share any strategies they used to overcome the challenge.

Family Time: Reflect on the time spent together as a family in 2023. Have each family member write about their favorite family activity or outing and why it was special to them. Discuss how spending quality time together strengthened your family bond.

New Discoveries and Learning: Prompt your child to write about something new they learned or discovered in 2023. It could be a new skill, hobby, interest, or knowledge gained from a particular experience. Discuss the importance of continuous learning and exploration.

Setting Intentions for the Future: Encourage your child to think about one thing they would like to achieve or improve upon in the upcoming year. Have them write about their goal and the steps they plan to take to work towards it. Discuss how setting intentions can help create a sense of direction and motivation for the future.

These writing prompts provide an avenue for families to share thoughts, experiences, and aspirations, fostering a supportive environment for reflection and growth. By engaging in these activities together, parents can strengthen their connection with their children and create lasting memories while imparting valuable lessons about self-reflection and personal development.

It's hard to believe that we are in the last few days of 2023! As the year comes to a close, grab your journals and take a moment to reflect on your journey, lessons and growth.  Here are three questions to help you reflect on your experiences in 2023.

​Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges women to fuel themselves with diversity in the way they think, the way they work, the way they parent and the way they live their lives.

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It's that time of year again! As the new year approaches, I am launching my 2024 Personal Development Program. Although many of my programs have an element of personal growth to them, each year I write one in particular that focuses solely on developing your potential. Some of you may remember:

• 2019 - Hello 2019
• 2020 - Authentic Power
• 2021 - Activation
• 2022 - Alignment
• 2023 - Elevate

Anchored 2024 is an empowering self-development program thoughtfully designed for women seeking a transformative journey towards self-discovery and growth. Guiding participants through introspection, this program serves as a compass, helping women assess their present position, reflect on their individual journeys, and envision their desired destinations.

Anchored 2024 enables a deep understanding of personal vibrations and empowers women to tap into higher frequencies daily, unlocking their full potential. Highlighting the incredible power of gratitude and manifestation, participants explore the profound skill of crafting their own destinies.

This program is more than a learning experience; it is a sanctuary for sisterhood, collaboration, and collective elevation. Anchored 2024 celebrates the profound bond of women, fostering partnership and support as each individual navigates their unique path towards a fulfilled and purpose-driven life.

Pricing - 

• One-on-one sessions - $150 pp
• Groups of 2 to 9 participants - $100 pp
• Groups of 10 or more participants - $85 pp
• Vision Board Supplies Included

Contact [email protected] / 649 232 3398 to schedule your personal or group session. 

Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges women to fuel themselves with diversity in the way they think, the way they work, the way they parent and the way they live their lives.

Listen to Shifting Perspectives on Apple Podcasts, Audible, Amazon Music, Spotifu, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Overcast, Castro, Castbooks, or Podfriend.

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Getting your child (or yourself) on the path to better critical thinking skills is simpler than you might think. In this episode Latasha and Yolande deconstruct Bloom's Taxonomy to show how it works, and how all of us can apply it in practical ways, starting today. Whether conquering a school projects or managing workplace dilemmas, being able to creatively tackle problems is the way to stand up and stand out. Bloom's will get you there in six steps!  ​

​Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges women to fuel themselves with diversity in the way they think, the way they work, the way they parent and the way they live their lives.

Listen to Shifting Perspectives on Apple Podcasts, Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Overcast, Castro, Castbooks, or Podfriend.

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Happy December! As the holiday season is now at our doorstep, our calendars are filling up with school, church and community Christmas programs. Beyond the joy of celebration, these occasions can serve as remarkable opportunities for our children to conquer their fears and embrace the spotlight. Yes, I'm talking about stage fright!

Whether young or old, stage fright is a common occurrence. Speaking in front of a crowd is a fear that many adults have, and so we can't expect children to be immune from this fear. We can however help them work through this fear.

With the right approach, holiday events can be an opportunity to manage and eventually overcome stage fright. Our holiday events can become transformative experiences, fostering confidence and resilience in our kids.

Here are five tips to help children navigate stage fright during Christmas programs:

1. Encourage Preparation and Practice: Empower your child by encouraging practice sessions at home. Rehearsing their lines or performances builds familiarity and confidence with the material, reducing anxiety about the unknown. Create a comfortable space for practice and be their encouraging audience.

2. Teach Relaxation Techniques: Teach simple relaxation techniques to ease nervousness. Deep breathing exercises, visualization, or progressive muscle relaxation can help alleviate anxiety. Practice these techniques together to make them familiar and comforting for your child.

3. Foster a Supportive Environment: Create a supportive and encouraging environment at home. Offer positive affirmations, emphasizing the effort rather than perfection. Remind them that mistakes are part of the learning process and that everyone experiences nerves.

4. Gradual Exposure to Public Speaking: Start with smaller speaking opportunities to gradually build confidence. Encourage your child to speak at family gatherings or school events. These experiences will help them become more comfortable with public speaking, making the larger Christmas program less intimidating.

5. Focus on Enjoyment and Purpose: Shift the focus from fear to enjoyment and purpose. Discuss the significance of sharing their talents or stories with an audience. Encourage them to embrace the joy of performing and the opportunity to spread holiday cheer.

Remember, every child is unique, and their comfort levels may vary. Be patient and understanding, while offering support.

Christmas programs are not just about entertainment, they are also platforms for personal growth and empowerment.

​Shifting Perspectives is a conversation with Yolande and Latasha that challenges women to fuel themselves with diversity in the way they think, the way they work, the way they parent and the way they live their lives.

Listen to Shifting Perspectives on Apple Podcasts, Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, Overcast, Castro, Castbooks, or Podfriend.

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Greetings Parents!

It’s hard to imagine that we are already at the end of first term! Firstly, let me thank you on behalf of all of the teachers and support staff at Learn and Lead for allowing us to be part of your child’s educational journey!

Before we close up 2023, there are a few updates and reminders.

• All outstanding bills must be paid by December 16, 2023, in order to retain your child’s space for January 2024.
• As a gentle reminder, payments are due at your child’s first session of the month. Although I try my best to be flexible and meet parent need where possible, this term we ran into more challenges than I would like with collecting payments.
• Classes will end on December 16th for this term and resume the week of January 8th, 2024.
• There is the possibility of daytime holiday classes between December 18 - 22. Please contact me if this interests you.
• You can expect to receive your child’s Student Expectation Report, which reviews their progress, by the last week of December.
• If your child is new to Learn and Lead and has not yet received 8 classes, you can expect that your child’s Student Expectation Report will outline the goals that we are working on with your child and you will receive a general comment from their teacher.
• Thank you for the advance cancellations. This term was much better, and not did it make it more convenient for our teachers to plan ahead, but we were able to get classes for all students on the waiting list. As a reminder, cancellations are to be done 24 hours in advance or by 8:30 am in case of illness. This practice helps in preventing charges for unused classes and enables children on the waiting list to receive sessions.
• Starting from January, if your child is expected to miss more than three weeks of classes, we will pause their classes and look to re-schedule their classes once you are ready to resume.

The Christmas Holidays are a great opportunity for children to relax and have an awesome time with their family. As the holiday season unfolds, I want to extend heartfelt wishes to your family on behalf of all of us here at Learn and Lead. May this Christmas be filled with laughter, warmth, and cherished moments spent together

Wishing you all a very merry and safe Holiday Season.

This week we closed up our training year for 2023. I had the pleasure with working with a phenomenal group of managers and supervisors from the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force.

Middle management is not easy, and 'Leading from the Middle,' provides managers with a 3-day experience to work together, gain knowledge and skills and apply them to practical circumstances.

Congrats to the participants from the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force.