Best Dandelion Training Podcasts (2025)

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Set Goals that TERRIFY YOU! 9:05

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1+ y ago9:05

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Why do we need to set big goals? Why do we need to be role modelling it to young people? Why do we need to be encouraging the BIG dreamers? Listen and find out! Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing one our courses: https://dandeliontraininganddevel…

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Why we need to 'Stop Ticking Boxes' 11:16

1+ y ago11:16

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If you have followed us for a while, you'll know our motto is 'Stop Ticking Boxes - Start Changing Attitudes' but why? Dive in with us, as we explore why it is so important to stop using checklists and start being more holistic in our approach If you want to hear more about raising child resilience and connection, join us at the Dandelion Conferenc…

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Becoming Fearless - Guest Slot with Chris Sheehan 42:12

1+ y ago42:12

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Can we support our children to become Fearless? Gritty Growing Up is joined by Chris Sheehan, one of our Dandelion Conference speakers, as we explore parenting, child mental health and creating a Fearless generation. Chris runs Fearless, which includes child coaching and guest speaking. He'll be running a one hour session with us soon! If you want …

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Sensory Behaviours - Why is the world too much? 9:18

2+ y ago9:18

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Do you have a child, or know a child, who cannot bear the world? They may want it to be quieter? smaller? safer? or, perhaps you know a child who is always wanting more colour, shine, sound? Dive into sensory behaviours with us as we look at the different experiences children may have.... Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://da…

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ADHD - It's not poor parenting! 13:40

2+ y ago13:40

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What do we actually know about ADHD? Are we sat on a seat of judgement thinking that it is just poor parenting and children need more self-restraint? Or, do you recognise that this neurodevelopmental condition means that the world is experienced differently? Let's dive into ADHD, boredom and sensory seeking behaviours. Subscribe to our free article…

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Are you standing in front of speeding trains? 8:31

2+ y ago8:31

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Do you find yourself standing in front of speeding trains? Are you trying to save everyone, but feeling like you are falling flat on your back? Or worst case, becoming squished? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing one our courses: https://dandelio…

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It's not you - It's me! 8:58

2+ y ago8:58

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Ever get caught in the day to day thinking that someone is really wrong? Whether they are doing something wrong, behaving in a way that you do not like, or perhaps they are not being who you want them to be. Let's roll back, it's rarely about them and so often about us..... Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraining…

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What's your Recipe for Happiness? 8:01

2+ y ago8:01

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What's your recipe for happiness? They say that happiness is an inside job - but have you taken action to make sure that it is? In this episode, we explore the concept of creating a life that we love - and taking action, rather than waiting for others to 'make' us happy - because our feelings are our responsibility... Subscribe to our free articles…

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Master Maskers - Can we stop blaming Tik Tok for ADHD? 12:38

2+ y ago12:38

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Can we stop blaming Tik Tok for ADHD and begin to look at the ways that our environment has changed instead? When children took their masks off, we cannot ask them to put them back on to make US feel better.... strap yourselves in, we are going in.... Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/arti…

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What are you doing today, to help yourself? 5:47

3y ago5:47

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What did you do today, to help yourself? You probably know that old mantra, self-care is not selfish.... but how easy is it to put it into practice? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing one our courses: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/c…

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Emotional Development - What is in the gap for children? 15:33

3y ago15:33

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Have you noticed that so many children are struggling with their feelings right now? Is there a connection with the events of 2020? Or, is there a gap in how we introduce the concept of feelings with children? Explore with us... Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn m…

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Is mental health getting worst, post pandemic? 8:25

3y ago8:25

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Have you noticed that everyone is becoming more irritable? That children are struggling more than ever? That services cannot meet demand for mental health support? Explore with us, as we look at one reason why Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing o…

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Carrots & Sticks - Why punishments do not work 8:55

3y ago8:55

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Have you ever noticed that punishments do not work? That children just continue to repeat the behaviours, and everyone just becomes more and more frustrated? This episode, we look at carrot and stick approaches to behaviour and why they simply do not work for most children - and in some cases send everything backwards! Subscribe to our free article…

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Seeking a Diagnosis - Are we missing the point? 18:57

3y ago18:57

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Are we missing the point of diagnosis? For so many children, their needs are missed, often not even referred, as gaps in knowledge, understanding and in some cases relationships, prevent the connections being made. To be truly inclusive, we need to do more that put up friendly posters and have dress up days. Subscribe to our free articles and activ…

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Christmas: You don't have to throw glitter at it 12:09

3y ago12:09

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Christmas is so often a time that films paint a perfect, but for so many families Christmas is a season that we just want to move through as quietly and easily as possible, So, explore with us as we look at ways that we can soften the edges of Christmas and make it a calmer season for everyone. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: http…

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Rejection Sensitivity: Why does it sting so hard? 17:58

3y ago17:58

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Do you know a child who struggles with rejection? Do you know child or teenager who is convinced that their friends hate them, when the evidence is not in line with this? In this week's episode we consider the role of rejection sensitivity in ADHD and ADD, and how this affects young people and their relationships. Subscribe to our free articles and…

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Is all stress the same? 18:15

3y ago18:15

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Is all stress the same? Why do some people seemingly fly through stress? Whilst others battle? Why do some shut down, and others become angry? In this episode, we look at the role of stress, and how we can identify children's stress responses and their different responses, and then how we can begin unpicking them and helping. Subscribe to our free …

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How grateful are you? 9:20

3y ago9:20

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How grateful are you? Do you find it easy to express gratitude, or is it something that feels more challenging? This podcast is by no means monster-bashing, but join us as we look at the difference between gratitude and worry monsters and why we need to teach and role model to children the power of recognising and acknowledging gratitude if we want…

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Can we change the system? 18:10

3y ago18:10

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Can we change the system? Today we're climbing onto the metaphorical soap box to consider whether teachers are being asked to paddle up streams without the equipment that they need to support mental health. Is there a cultural shift we need to make to stop the levels of burnout and staff turnover and reduce diagnostic overshadowing which prevents c…

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ADHD - Why do children find friendships challenging? 13:18

3y ago13:18

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Why does ADHD make making friends so challenging? Is there a reason why they can jump between friends? Forget to reply to messages? End up with hoards of texts and emails to respond to? Explore with us as we dive into people blindness.... #ADHD #Personblindness Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopmen…

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Why do we care about other people's opinions? 9:14

3y ago9:14

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Why do other people's opinions matter to us so much? In this podcast, we explore why opinions matter so much, and whether it is all just in our imaginations. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing one our courses: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopm…

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Emotionally Based School Avoidance: It's not truancy 13:16

3y ago13:16

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Emotionally Based School Avoidance has increased since the lockdowns, but how well is it really understood? Grab a cup of tea and explore with us, as we examine EBSA and some of the fundamentals that we need to understand as professionals and parents. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/arti…

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The pursuit of Confidence: Did we get it wrong? 9:36

3y ago9:36

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Did we get confidence all wrong? Did our view of confidence affect whether we 'label' children confident or not? We take a look at confidence, and whether it really is about being 'out there' Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing our courses: https:…

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Storytelling: The Danger of Assumptions 11:05

4y ago11:05

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We all love a story. Social media relishes from them, authors benefit from them and the cinema makes millions from them. However, what is the danger when we become addicted to our own stories? What impact do they have on mental health? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ …

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Boredom: Why We Need To Encourage It 10:03

4y ago10:03

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In a world that moves 24/7 and surrounded by activities that can occupy us constantly - why do we need to be promoting a little bit of boredom? Join us as we look at the importance of the boredom continuum and why a little bit of boredom is as important as vegetables. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddev…

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Eating Disorders: Stop The Misconceptions 13:25

4y ago13:25

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There are so many misconceptions about eating disorders. So frequently, it is believed that they are just about weight or body image. Dip your toes in as we look at why eating disorders are about more that weight and the events which can lead to them. As well as some considerations we need to make about responding. Subscribe to our free articles an…

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The Quest for Perfectionism: Is It Destroying Us? 17:03

4y ago17:03

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What are the risks of continually praising perfectionism in children? Does it help or hinder a young person? Join us, as we dive into perfectionism and ask the question: is perfectionism a good thing? Or does it impact our quality of life? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resourc…

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Shame: Why we need to stop the blame game 17:48

4y ago17:48

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If a child grows up believing that they are ‘bad’ and that everyone around them believes this, it lowers their expectations of themselves and their motivation. Dandelion dives into shame and the ways that it affects children and their self-esteem. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles…

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Chronic Stress: Why We Need To Be Watching Our Teens 17:02

4y ago17:02

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Chronic Stress impacts our mental health, well-being, immunity and the levels of inflammation in our body, so why do we so frequent ignore the impact it has on young people? Why we do we think they are immune to stress? In this episode, we dive into why it is so important to monitor stress, and what we need to be looking for. Subscribe to our free …

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The Impact of Eating Disorders: A Recovery Story 44:58

4y ago44:58

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Eating disorders are complex mental health issues, unique to the individual. Join Dandelion as we meet with Abi, who shares her recovery journey with you to help increase your understanding of eating disorders, treatment and supporting your child in the most effective way. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininga…

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Self-Regulation: How Do We Help Children? 15:41

4y ago15:41

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As the early years curriculum adds self-regulation to their priorities, how can we support children to develop effective self-regulation skills? This week, Dandelion dives into self-regulation, what is it? What happens if we don't have it? How do we do it? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com…

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Competitive Stress - It's Time To Stop Competing 11:25

4y ago11:25

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When did it become fashionable to be stressed? In a world where stress interferes with our happiness, well-being and our health, why do we compete to be 'the most stressed'? In this week's episode, we dive into stress, the impact and steps you can take to protect children. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininga…

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Burnout & Exhaustion: Time to up our selfcare 7:29

4+ y ago7:29

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Why is tiredness not just a momentary thing right now? Do you know the signs of burnout and exhaustion? It's been an exhausting year, and now, more than ever it is time to take a moment, rest and let our brains take some time out. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn…

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Mental Health: Was lockdown to blame for mental health? 11:44

4+ y ago11:44

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Did lockdown cause all mental health issues, or was something else at play? Why are so many young people struggling? In this episode, we take a paddle into the lockdown, timelines and impact on young people, and lessons that we must learn. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resourc…

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Mental Health Conversations: We Don't Need To Understand, We Need To Listen 8:35

4+ y ago8:35

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Do we have to understand mental health to help someone who is struggling? In this episode, we dip our toes into the concept that to help someone who is battling with their mental health we need to have compassion, we do not need to 'get it' Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resour…

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Mental Health Myths: Do They Stop Us Seeing The Reality? 6:20

4+ y ago6:20

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Do mental health myths stop us seeing the wood from the trees? Can our belief systems prevent us from seeing what is right in front of us? Do children grow out of their mental health issues? In this episode, jump in with us as we look at the challenges that arise when we believe a myth... sadly, no unicorns but some important information. Subscribe…

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Pineapples and Potatoes: Why We Cannot Compare Mental Health 6:25

4+ y ago6:25

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A pineapple cannot be compared to a potato - so, why on earth do we compare children's mental health? My pineapple might be great for breakfast, it doesn't mean that I want it in my coffee... that's not a reflection of the pineapple though. Dive in with us as we share a story of a pineapple and a potato and ask you to avoid comparing mental health …

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Mental Health Is Not Fussy 16:31

4+ y ago16:31

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Mental Health is not fussy, we all have it, and it can affect ANY of us at any time. So, as we recognise that 1 in 6 children have a probable mental health problem what affects children's ability to talk, what can we put in place and when do we need to access help? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelo…

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Sexual Harassment & Assault in Schools - How bad is it? 23:40

4+ y ago23:40

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As Ofsted release their rapid review into sexual assault in schools, are you aware of the prevalence of sexual harassment? Join Dandelion as we explore the outcomes of the report, the impact of rape culture and why Everyone's Invited created an awareness of an issue which was being dismissed. Find me over on my website here: https://dandeliontraini…

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Sexual Consent and Boundaries 55:45

4+ y ago55:45

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How do we talk to our teenagers about sex? Is it really important that we explore boundaries and consent with them, or does the school do that? Dandelion is joined by Carla from The Sister Sanctuary, as we dive into boundaries, consent, touch and sex education. You can find out more from Carla on instagram at @the.sister.sanctuary or on Facebook at…

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Body Confidence: How Can We Increase Our Self-Compassion 39:27

4+ y ago39:27

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What does it really mean to be body confident? Why is it so hard for us to feel good about our bodies? Does social media influence the way we look at ourselves? Join Dandelion as we meet with Sophie to talk all things body confidence and how to up our feel good factor. If you want to learn more you can visit: Mermaid Gender, Live Through This, Copp…

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Supporting Grieving Children and Families 28:42

4+ y ago28:42

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Why is grief such a hard topic to talk about? Is there a right way to grieve? Join us as we meet with Kayla from Andy's Angels exploring the journey of grief and why it is important to create safe spaces for children and families who have lost someone they love. You can find out more about Andy's Angels and their brand new Grief Play Cafe in Worthi…

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Buckets of Self-Esteem - Raising a Resilient Child 9:32

4+ y ago9:32

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Self-esteem might be something we talk about frequently - but how full is your child's bucket? This week we talk about buckets of self-esteem, how do we fill them, why do they spring leaks and what steps can we take to help young people? Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources…

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Computers: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Electronics 18:25

4+ y ago18:25

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Why have computers taken over our worlds? Are screens the cause of confrontation and agitation? Are children able to regulate their online usage? Join us as we dip our toes into screen-time and the steps we can take to support young people. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resour…

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The power of media: Is the television downplaying mental health? 11:46

4+ y ago11:46

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Does what we consume on the television impact our views and perceptions of mental health and recovery time? Join Dandelion as we dip our toes into the impact of soaps, films and television on our perceptions of mental health. Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more…

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Getting Gritty About Drugs and Addiction - How to Protect Your Child 40:54

4+ y ago40:54

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Drugs is a word that invokes fear and panic in many parents. What should you know? What does it actually look like? And why do you need to be educated about the risks? Join Dandelion as we meet with Rebecca from Breakthrough Recovery UK, a Certified Recovery Coach who gives us the low down on all things addiction. Find out more about Rebecca's work…

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Mental Health - It's Not Just Breathing and Hashtags! 24:08

4+ y ago24:08

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Mental Health is the buzz word, and we know that we should #bekind but what happens when mental health affects our family and how should we be talking about it? This week Dandelion dives into mental health and why it really does matter! Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/…

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Introduction to Gritty Growing Up 1:45

4+ y ago1:45

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Welcome to Gritty Growing Up: Navigating Childhood in the 21st Century. This short episode is the first from Dandelion Training and Development, and let's you know what you can expect from our new podcast! Subscribe to our free articles and activities at: https://dandeliontraininganddevelopment.com/articles-resources/ Learn more by completing our c…