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Bridging the Gap – Non-Immersive Reality as a Catalyst for Change in Marginalized Schools
In an era where artificial intelligence and immersive learning dominate educational headlines, a quieter, more accessible revolution is happening, non-immersive reality. Unlike virtual reality (VR)...
4 days ago4 min read


The Human Impact of the UN's Cybercrime Treaty – From Policy to Protection
Can laws adapt to borderless digital technology? Award-winning author and digital safety advocate, Christopher A. Smith, examines the impact of the UN's new cybercrime treaty on individuals, governments...
5 days ago6 min read


Reimagining Education in the Age of AI – How Smart Tools Help Students Learn Better, Not Faster
For centuries, education has evolved alongside technology. From chalkboards to laptops, each innovation has shaped how knowledge is shared and understood. But today’s transformation feels different…
Nov 46 min read


6 Ways to Teach Kids Healthy Eating Habits That Last a Lifetime
Inspired by my childhood and my own education strategies, this article shares how storytelling, rituals, and playful curiosity can transform your child’s eating habits. My mother, one of the first...
Oct 305 min read


The Economics School of Belgium – A New Vision for Academic Excellence
Rereading my genius dissertation that went unappreciated at KU Leuven, as it was not read and the references were not counted, got me thinking. There is always that horror year at every department...
Oct 133 min read


Education Reimagined – Why Emotional Literacy Should Be the New Curriculum
As the new school year begins, one crucial subject is often overlooked in classrooms, emotional literacy. In a world where youth anxiety is on the rise and emotional well-being is at risk, integrating...
Oct 105 min read


Why Hire an Academic Support Worker?
Although advancements in further education and adult professional development have been made in recent years, individuals with learning disabilities continue to encounter substantial and often overlooked...
Oct 97 min read


Breathing & Public Speaking – Why Skilled Speakers Forget to Breathe & How Nasal Breathing Helps
Public speaking coaches tell us to pause, pace ourselves, and “remember to breathe.” But what’s often missing even for skilled speakers is how to breathe. Most presenters rely on mouth breathing while...
Oct 33 min read


15 Ways Online Tuition and Teacher Networks Are Reshaping Education
Online tuition is transforming education, making learning more flexible and accessible for students and teachers alike. With digital platforms, students can connect with expert tutors from anywhere...
Sep 309 min read


6 Reasons for Psychological Reform in European and American High School Institutions
Reforming high schools in America and Europe is psychologically critical for preparing students to thrive in the digital and informational age. The transition involves addressing cognitive, emotional...
Sep 103 min read


Juggling Ambitions, the World, and Old Habits – Why Your Efforts Alone Aren’t Enough
Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, your goals just don’t move fast enough? You’re taking steps, checking boxes, and giving it your all, yet the bigger picture barely budges. Personal, professional...
Sep 13 min read


How to Hold a Vigil
A simple guide to holding space, people, and intentions during times of intense change or profound loss. As an end-of-life professional, a significant part of the work I do with clients is helping them...
Aug 156 min read


AI in Education – Advancing Learning While Navigating Complex Challenges
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping classrooms, offering personalised learning, intelligent tutoring, and streamlined assessments that enhance both teaching and student outcomes. Yet, its rapid integration...
Aug 115 min read


The Positive and Negative Effects of Hormones on Students’ Engagement
During adolescence, significant hormonal changes affect the body and emotions, leaving teenagers wondering, “What is going on with my body?” It is not uncommon. It is human development working and puberty...
Jul 313 min read


From Brink to Breakthrough – Re-Engineering Hope for Education in the Developing World
When a quiet referral led to my phone ringing, I didn’t expect to find myself consulting for a charitable organisation fighting for educational equity in rural Indonesia. But the opportunity was clear...
Jul 284 min read


Don’t Give Up on Aspirations & Inspiration
“Why is it easier to imagine a child from Eton running the country than one from your local comprehensive?” Every modern government will, in some capacity, talk about the importance of addressing...
Jul 226 min read


Teaching Beyond Boundaries – The Story of Marine Paksadze and EfE Club (EfE - English for Everyone)
Marine Paksadze, an English teacher and tutor at EfE Club, stands out in her profession. She doesn’t follow traditional methods or rely heavily on grammar rules or textbooks. Instead, she believes that in today's digital era...
Jul 134 min read


Honoring the Healing Path Through Shamanic Stories and Spirit Journeys
When I was invited by Brainz Magazine to write 11 articles for them about shamanic healing, I immediately went on a walk in Nature and asked my Helping Spirits how I could best honor this opportunity, honor this healing path...
Jul 36 min read


Fresh Graduate's Guide to Adult Money Management
Congratulations, graduate! You've earned your degree, but now comes the real test: managing money in the adult world. The financial...
Jun 183 min read


Rediscover Learning with Imagination
Children naturally possess boundless imaginations. But how often is this creative energy stifled in everyday school life? The constant pressure to perform and rigid curricula often leave little...
Jun 173 min read


The Sugar Cover-Up – How We Were Lied To and What You Can Do About It Now
In 1967, a lie was sold to the world. A lie that shifted public health policy, manipulated millions of well-meaning doctors, and contributed to the deaths of over 100 million people.
Jun 104 min read


Why the Education System Is Emotionally Failing Our Children, and What We Can Do About It
Emotional literacy isn’t just missing; it’s misunderstood. We expect children to sit still, focus, and “behave,” without asking whether their nervous systems feel safe enough to learn.
Jun 610 min read


Why the Fight for Women’s Equality Still Echoes the Shadows of the Witch Hunts
In 2024, I published “Hexensommer”, “witches summer”, a novel about strong women, and it was very important for me to do some research about so-called witches in Europe.
Jun 34 min read


Should We Educate Our Children Later?
Despite decades of neuroscientific progress, early education still clings to a one-size-fits-all model that favours verbal instruction over developmental readiness. This article explores...
May 315 min read
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