How To Survive School: A Practical Guide for Teenagers, Parents & Teachers: A practical guide for teenagers, parents and teachers - Softcover

Warwick, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0995653208 ISBN 13: 9780995653207

Publisher: Florence May Publishing, 2016

Synopsis

Simple, effective solutions to 30 of the most common problems encountered by young people facing the pressures of exams and life beyond the school gates. Life coach, therapist, teacher and Exam Magic® founder Michael Warwick, explains how small changes in the ways you think about school, can have huge benefits for your future exam results and present happiness and well-being. More than 3,000 students, teachers and parents have used the advice in this book to improve exam results and create better relationships both at school and at home. You can think of this book as having your very own personal coach to help you change the way you feel about school, exams and what you can achieve. Includes tips, exercises and advice on dealing with exam stress and anxiety, staying focused and motivated, getting organized, and dealing with pressures both inside and outside of school. Illustrated and easy to read, this book helps students and teenagers to grow confidence, resilience and improve exam results whilst equipping them with the skills and attitudes they will need for continued success at school and beyond. Provides practical help and advice for parents and teachers on how to improve communication and support students and teenagers through the challenges of school and exams. Comes with a free mindfulness and visualization app to increase focus, motivation and resilience whilst reducing stress and anxiety.

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Review:

"You don't have to be Harry Potter to pass an exam, and really the magic is that everyone has the power to study, learn, listen, and work and the courage to believe that they will do well in life. I know for a fact that this book has certainly helped me believe in how easy taking exams can be when you put your mind to it. Well done; great book!" -Toby Year 10 'Thank you, very much! What you have done for me is brilliant! I shall take your advice and techniques! Thanks again!' - Palma, Year 11 " I've stopped feeling so negative. I feel a lot more determined and empowered now after Exam Magic. I loved it." - Hannah, Year 10 " Many students have commented that Exam Magic techniques have helped them feel very prepared for the upcoming examinations. Some even said that they were 'excited' about the exams!" - Ms Yusuf, Head of Year 11

About the Author:

Michael, the founder of Exam Magic, is an expert in and facilitator of personal, interpersonal and cultural transformation and change. Drawing on a decade and and a half’s experience in the fields of education, psychology & spirituality and a lifetime in the creative industries, he brings wisdom, gentleness and humour to the processes of accessing hidden and untapped inner mental, emotional, intellectual and spiritual resources. Michael’s special skill is his ability to synthesise complex social and psychological principles into easily assimilated and actionable coaching systems and models. As the founder of the Exam Magic Educational Consultancy Michael has gained a solid reputation for delivering measurable results helping over three thousand educational leaders, teachers, students and parents reduce stress levels, increase resilience and improve their wellbeing and professional and academic achievement. An experienced group facilitator, initiated into several of the world’s mystery schools, Michael leads workshops and retreats for entrepreneurs, business owners and managers, integrating leading edge developments in psychology and personal transformation with ancient spiritual practices to bring peace and clarity to both mind and body. Michael believes that innovations in the way we educate our young people are essential to sustainable economic growth. He has dedicated his life’s work to supporting individuals and organisations working towards the worthy ideal of unleashing the self belief, talent, resilience, growth mindset and wellbeing of all citizens. Michael graduated from London Guildhall University with a honours degree in Communications and a received his PGCE from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. He is a certified Life Coach, and Career Psychologist at The City Of London Therapy Centre. Michael is a member of the Association For Coaching and a certified Emotional Freedom Techniques practitioner.

About this edition

• Publisher: Florence May Publishing
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0995653208
• ISBN 13: 9780995653207
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 142
• Editor: Oliver Catherine E
• Illustrator: Warwick Michael