#103 Özlem Özkan: CHILDREN need SAFETY before succes

In this short solo episode, Özlem speaks to parents who want to support their children during exams and school pressure while protecting their confidence and emotional wellbeing.

She explains why learning is not only about intelligence or discipline, but about nervous system safety. When a child feels safe, the brain can focus, remember, and stay curious. When a child feels pressured or afraid of failure, learning becomes much harder.

Drawing from neuroscience and her experience as an educator, Özlem invites parents to shift from pressure to presence and to support their children in a way that builds trust, resilience, and confidence over time.

 

In this episode, you will learn about

• Why emotional safety supports learning

• How pressure interferes with focus and memory

• The difference between support and pressure

• Simple ways to help your child feel safe during exams

 

🎙️ Host: Özlem Özkan

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