Ep. #119: Purpose Over Grades: Raising Smart, Confident Kids with Trish Wilkinson

Purpose Over Grades: Raising Smart, Confident Kids with Trish Wilkinson

 

🎙️✨ Have you ever wondered how you can help your child learn more effectively and confidently? In this episode, James McLamb connects with Trish Wilkinson, an author and educator, to share practical ways to help children thrive academically and emotionally. 🌟 Trish, a mom of neurodivergent kids, reveals her "Prepare, Purpose, Process" framework, which keeps kids focused, engaged, and motivated to learn. 🧠 From fun exercises to physical activity and purpose-driven learning, these tips can make a huge impact! 🌈 Whether you're a parent, teacher, or coach, discover small steps that lead to big results. 🚀📚 Don't miss this inspiring conversation! 👏

Connect with Trish Wilkinson:

Website: https://thebrainstages.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/brainstagesparenting/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trish-wilkinson-brain-stages/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrainstages/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trishwilkinson7778 

Episode highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(2:35) Trish’s background and how she started developing brain-friendly teaching techniques

(7:10) Key insights on ADHD and neurodivergent learning methods

(11:34) The impact of physical activity on academic performance

(16:28) The “Prepare, Purpose, Process” method

(23:41) The power of giving kids a reason and purpose to learn

(30:50) Move, think, and process

(36:54) Processing and reflecting on learning: Why it matters

(44:05) 3P's and brain breaks

(49:02) Outro