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Why Are Parents So Afraid To Ask For Help?

There is no such thing as a perfect parent. However much social media might try to convince us otherwise, every parent has moments when they don't know what to do next. Whether you're worried about fr

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There is no shame in asking for help, despite the pictures of freshly baked cookies on Instagram there is no such thing as a perfect parent. We all (yes even us so-called experts) need guidance and support. So please ask for help, when things get overwhelming in the kid's department whether it’s a friend, family member, or a professional – know you’re not alone.

Parents come to me for a variety of reasons, for example, it could be

⭐️ My child hasn’t got any friends – is that my fault?

⭐️ My teen is cutting themselves – I’m so scared for them

⭐️ The kids speak to me like crap – I don’t know how to stop it!

⭐️ Why is my child more sensitive than their friends? – can I make them more resilient?

Lots of people find it difficult to ask for help but dropping me an email or giving me a call is a great example of doing just that.

You can contact me via email at ashley@theresilientkid.co.uk or visit our Free FB group @resilientkidgroup

Ashley has been a psychotherapist for over 20 years, a mum of 2 relatively resilient kids. She and her hubby are building a house and have just spent a year in a caravan with all of the above and two cats (hence the fairly resilient kids!)


Ashley Costello

Ashley is the founder of The Resilient Kid and The Resilient Academy, an experienced psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience supporting children, young people and families. As an author, TEDx speaker, podcaster and mum of two, Ashley is passionate about helping children understand their emotions, build confidence and develop lifelong resilience. Through her work with families, schools and Resilient Kid Coaches, she is on a mission to make emotional wellbeing support accessible to more children, empowering the adults around them to create environments where they feel safe, connected and able to thrive. Find out more about Ashley and her work: https://theresilienthub.co.uk/trh-coaches/ashley

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