This special version of our Talking Hearts contains 30 pre-recorded positive self-affirmations specifically selected for children. Each time the heart is pressed one inspiring affirmation will play at random. Talking Hearts will help your children to develop healthy thinking patterns that will boost confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing.
"I am loved, I am smart, and I will never give up". As children go through their developmental stages, these types of words and feelings are fundamental, and should be instilled within their belief systems. Unfortunately, the human mind tends to favour negative self-talk. However, this doesn’t mean children should talk down to themselves and allow those negative thoughts to marinate.
Positive affirmations are short and concise statements that individuals repeat to themselves to challenge those negative thoughts and instil positive alternatives. These self-affirmed statements are positively weighted and foster a positive outlook in a person’s mind and belief system.
Children's personal, social and emotional development, (PSED), is crucial for children to lead healthy and happy lives, and is fundamental to their cognitive development. Underpinning their personal development are the important attachments that shape their social world. Strong, warm and supportive relationships enable children to learn how to understand their own feelings and those of others.
PRACTICAL PSED APPLICATIONS:
Promote positive self-talk to develop healthy habits during development.
Develop strong self-esteem to combat anxiety, stress and low confidence.
Set daily repetitions of positivity to influence thoughts, emotions and feelings.
Create and encourage new habits to promote a positive change in behaviour.
Improve emotional intelligence to recognise, share and understand emotions.
Develop a positive response to challenges and learn to manage feelings of fear and anxiety.
Increase psychological wellbeing to improve motivation and performance.
Learn how to make good friendships, co-operate and resolve conflicts peacefully.
These attributes will provide a secure platform from which children can achieve at school and in later life. If a child feels loved, smart and courageous, this is how they will behave. However, if they feel scared, unimportant and worthless, they will behave in a way that is congruent with those feelings.
Talking Hearts can be used independently, on a 1-2-1 basis or in classroom group sessions that involve everyone. Encourage the children to use the Hearts every day to remind themselves just how awesome they are!
Matthias Laroche, (B.Sc. – Psychology and M.Sc. – Neuropsychiatry), has written three very interesting articles for us, which we would thoroughly recommend for further reading on this subject. Matthias explains exactly what self-affirmations are, why they work and how we can integrate them into our daily lives. Please click on one of the links below. There are three articles, one for each of the different age groups...
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TALKING HEART FEATURES:
30 pre-recorded positive affirmations to inspire your children, (see list below)
Easy to use - Just press to play
One single affirmation will play at random each time the heart is activated
Option to record your own messages using the built-in microphone
Option to download your own MP3 sound files using the built-in USB socket
Includes rear wall mounting holes and a lanyard loop
Battery power: Requires 3 x AAA batteries, (not included)
Colour: Purple
Size: 85 x 85 x 25mm
User Guide
2. It’s ok for me to make mistakes
3. I will start today with a smile
4. I am proud of myself
5. I will keep trying
6. I am capable
7. I am smart
8. I am brave
9. I am kind
10. I can be a leader
11. I choose to include others
12. I can do hard things
13. I will learn something new today
14. Today is a good day
15. I am loved
16. I am a good friend
17. I am responsible
18. I try my best
19. It’s OK to ask for help
20. I learn from my mistakes
21. I can make a difference
22. I can reach my goals
23. I respect myself
24. Each day is a fresh start
25. I am creative
26. I am a great listener
27. I will help someone today
28. I work hard
29. I never give up
30. I am talented
"I am loved, I am smart, and I will never give up". As children go through their developmental stages, these types of words and feelings are fundamental, and should be instilled within their belief systems. Unfortunately, the human mind tends to favour negative self-talk. However, this doesn’t mean children should talk down to themselves and allow those negative thoughts to marinate.
Positive affirmations are short and concise statements that individuals repeat to themselves to challenge those negative thoughts and instil positive alternatives. These self-affirmed statements are positively weighted and foster a positive outlook in a person’s mind and belief system.
Children's personal, social and emotional development, (PSED), is crucial for children to lead healthy and happy lives, and is fundamental to their cognitive development. Underpinning their personal development are the important attachments that shape their social world. Strong, warm and supportive relationships enable children to learn how to understand their own feelings and those of others.
PRACTICAL PSED APPLICATIONS:
These attributes will provide a secure platform from which children can achieve at school and in later life. If a child feels loved, smart and courageous, this is how they will behave. However, if they feel scared, unimportant and worthless, they will behave in a way that is congruent with those feelings.
Talking Hearts can be used independently, on a 1-2-1 basis or in classroom group sessions that involve everyone. Encourage the children to use the Hearts every day to remind themselves just how awesome they are!
Matthias Laroche, (B.Sc. – Psychology and M.Sc. – Neuropsychiatry), has written three very interesting articles for us, which we would thoroughly recommend for further reading on this subject. Matthias explains exactly what self-affirmations are, why they work and how we can integrate them into our daily lives. Please click on one of the links below. There are three articles, one for each of the different age groups...
BLOG: Positive self-affirmations for children
BLOG: Positive self-affirmations for adolescents and young adults
BLOG: Positive self-affirmations for the elderly
TALKING HEART FEATURES:
User Guide 30 Pre-recorded Positive Affirmations List:
1. I believe in myself2. It’s ok for me to make mistakes
3. I will start today with a smile
4. I am proud of myself
5. I will keep trying
6. I am capable
7. I am smart
8. I am brave
9. I am kind
10. I can be a leader
11. I choose to include others
12. I can do hard things
13. I will learn something new today
14. Today is a good day
15. I am loved
16. I am a good friend
17. I am responsible
18. I try my best
19. It’s OK to ask for help
20. I learn from my mistakes
21. I can make a difference
22. I can reach my goals
23. I respect myself
24. Each day is a fresh start
25. I am creative
26. I am a great listener
27. I will help someone today
28. I work hard
29. I never give up
30. I am talented
