Month: October 2025

In this heartfelt episode of Whispers of the Soul, Marneta joins hosts Sally‑Anne Marler and Sibby Spencer to share the magic behind Relax Kids – the pioneering relaxation programme that’s supported millions of children worldwide.

Together, they explore the power of simplicity, the importance of emotional wellbeing, and how relaxation tools can transform not just children’s lives, but families and classrooms too.

This soulful conversation is filled with wisdom, warmth, and gentle reminders to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.

If you’re a parent, teacher, or someone who simply wants to bring more calm into the world, this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen to Learning to Relax Can Be Life‑Changing now on Spotify or your favourite podcast app.

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳?

The key to thriving in a knowledge-driven, AI world.

In today’s rapidly changing world, self-investment has never been more crucial. As we move into an era dominated by AI and an overload of information, we need to remember that YOU are your greatest asset. When you invest in your personal growth, your skills, and your abilities, the returns are significant and long-lasting.

One of the best ways to invest in yourself is by continuously building your skillset. As the world evolves into the digital realm, humans will start to crave more connection and human interaction so ensure that you stay ahead of the curve and train in something that is uniquely human.

Training in personal development skills to help not only your own physical but the mental health of others is important at this time.

Here are some options:

Mindfulness and Stress Management – At a time of constant digital engagement, mindfulness and stress management are so crucial. Developing the ability to stay present and centered, even in high-pressure situations, is a valuable skill. Training in mindfulness and relaxation can help reduce stress, increase focus, and improve emotional regulation. Look into meditation, breathing exercises, or mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques.

Coaching and Mentoring – Becoming a coach or mentor allows you to invest in your own growth while also helping others reach their full potential. Training to become a certified coach will teach you how to support others through life’s challenges, guiding them towards self-awareness, personal growth, and fulfillment.

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Training Emotional intelligence — the ability to recognise, understand, and manage our own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. As AI takes over more technical tasks, human connection, this has become a highly sought-after skill. Training in EQ includes skills like active listening and conflict resolution.

Therapeutic and Counselling Skills – As more people seek professional help for mental health challenges, there is a higher demand for qualified therapists and counsellors continues. As a mental health professional, you can help others by navigating their mental health journeys and provide a safe space for people to express their worries. Here are some thereputic modalities you may like to research: Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), art therapy, or trauma-informed counseling.

Health and Wellness Coaching – Physical health is linked to mental wellbeing, and has become more popular as more people seek ways to lead healthier lives. Training to become a health and wellness coach will equip you with the tools to help others achieve their health goals, while also promoting a sense of balance and well-being in their lives.

Relax Kids Coaching – As a Relax Kids coach, you will gain a wide variety of skills that you can use to run successful classes to children and families. You will learn the Award-winning 7-step system to helping children and adults relax. This includes movement, play, stretching, massage, breathing exercises, affirmations and visualisations. You will learn how to help children reduce stress by using simple mindfulness and stress management techniques.

As a Relax Kids coach you can coach and champion children to be the best they can be with affirmations and positive thinking.

Make a list of what skills you would love to learn in the future and research some courses and training.

Investing in yourself yields a significant payback—both in terms of financial rewards and personal fulfilment. As you enhance your skills and knowledge, you open doors to new career opportunities.

Investing in yourself also leads to greater self-confidence and a sense of purpose. Remember to focus on skills that are uniquely human—such as emotional intelligence, communication, leadership, and mental health support—you not only improve your own life but also contribute positively to the well-being of others.

If you would like more information about training to be a Relax Kids coach click here.#relaxkids

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Embarking on a new journey can often bring about feelings of nervousness and uncertainty. If you’re considering booking a Relax Kids Training Course or any other children’s yoga/mindfulness course, it’s natural to have some worries and doubts.

In this post, we’ll look into the most common reasons and reservations which people have shared with us over the last few years.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟴 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀

1. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙣” –  Doing something new like booking a new training course can be intimidating, especially when you’re unsure of what to expect. You might be wondering about the course structure, the learning materials, or the level of support provided. This is so natural as diving into something new can be scary. You can relax as our Training Courses are designed to provide you with a comprehensive experience. With the informative 24 modules and practical exercises as well as ongoing support and resources, we ensure that you have everything you need to thrive and succeed as a Relax Kids coach.

2. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚” –  Many are concerned that they lack prior experience in teaching or working with children or experience in relaxation/meditation. The most important thing in our eyes is your passion and the desire to make a positive impact. Over the last 20 years, we have trained coaches from all backgrounds and experience and many have had no prior experience working in this field. We provide you with the knowledge and skills so you can feel confident engaging and connecting with children.

3. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠” – In this current climate, it is totally understandable for people to be anxious about this subject. However, the demand for relaxation techniques and mindfulness practices for children is steadily increasing as it self-regulation techniques are so vital for children at this time. We have many self-employed coaches who are running their business  full time and some are earning more than their previous jobs. However, it does take time. We always recommend that you build your business alongside your current job and transition slowly to take out the anxiety. It is of course double the work in the beginning, but it is worth it once you have built your business making a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

4. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨” – One of the primary reasons people feel nervous about booking a training course is a lack of confidence in their abilities. It’s important to remember that confidence is not something you are born with – it has to developed and nurtured over time.  The best way to develop it, is to feel but fear but do it anyway. Our coaches have a slogan that they like to repeat to each other -JUST DO IT.  They often say the thought of doing it, is usually far worse than actually doing it. We want you to gradually build your confidence and belief in yourself as you witness the positive impact you can have on children’s lives doing this incredible work. We have found that coaches who have felt nervous to start, have grown in confidence to the point they love what they do. 

5. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙣’𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙧”  – It’s natural to have concerns about managing children’s behaviour, especially if you have limited experience working with them. Most of class management comes not from theory but getting out there and doing it. It can definitely be scary, you will make mistakes, but that is the way to learn and grow. Once you move through your apprehension, you will start to enjoy and sharing strategies to create a calm and nurturing environment, establish clear boundaries, and manage challenging behaviours with empathy and understanding.  I’m worried I won’t make enough money Financial worry is one of the biggest worries of this time as everyone’s budgets are stretched. We have introduced monthly payments plans to help make the training more affordable for you. This is an investment in yourself as well the lives of the children you’ll be impacting. Many of our coaches have said after the training that the value is actually 10x more than what they paid. We know we are giving you so much value for your money and the value of the knowledge and skills you’ll gain will far outweigh the initial cost.

6. “𝙄’𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙗𝙮 𝙢𝙮𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛” – Setting up in business alone can be a lonely process especially if you have been used to working in a team. There will be times where you will be alone, planning and running your classes, but we have created a fantastic tribe of coaches who will help support you as you start your coach journey. Once you have trained, you will have access to a community of fellow coaches who are passionate about helping children and are eager to support each other’s growth. We encourage community rather than competition and you will be part of a network that will serve as a valuable source of encouragement, guidance, and inspiration, and help you overcome any self-doubt and remind you to believe in yourself.

7. “𝙄𝙢 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙄 𝙬𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜” The training is around 8 hours of training that has been broken up into bite-size pieces. You can slowly progress through the training at your own pace prioritising your time and managing your schedule effectively. Breaking down the course material into smaller more manageable sections will take away overwhelm. You may like to set aside dedicated time for your training to help you steadily work through the course. Work around your children, knowing that you are doing it for them. Remember to take support from others taking the training to keep up your motivation. You will have 6 month to complete the training. If something happens and you need more time, we can of course have a discussion. 

8. “𝙄 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙭 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜” – Feeling nervous about booking your Relax Kids Training Course is completely normal. However, it’s important to recognise that these fears and concerns can be overcome. By taking this step, you are opening doors to a fulfilling career that allows you to positively impact the lives of children. You may be scared of the unknown, worried about not having the confidence or the right experience or ability to manage the children. You may worry that you won’t make enough money, get enough work or be good enough or you’ll be lonely in business. You may worrying that you won’t have time to complete the course.  

Trust in yourself and us, knowing that over 6,000 coaches have done it before you. Embrace the unknown, believe in yourself, and let your passion for teaching relaxation to kids guide you towards a rewarding and purposeful future. Focus on the lives of the children you’re going to transform. 

You don’t want to let your worries get in the way of such valuable work.

Let us know if you have any of these worries or if another one pops up.

Join the chat on our facebook group

www.relaxkids.com/training

💜 Congratulations Lisa Quedou 💜

Lisa’s journey: from mental health advocate to magical moments with Relax Kids

Lisa, a passionate Relax Kids coach from Essex. She took the Relax Kids training in 2018, after a chance meeting with someone who knew about the how passionate she was about supporting her own mental health and helping others.

“I jumped into the training not quite knowing what to expect and it was the most interesting and, at times, uncomfortable journey as it pushed me into so many new and exciting places I never thought I’d go.”

Since then, Lisa has delivered sessions in corporate offices, at festivals, staff training days, and colleges as well as schools and nurseries. 

Lisa works seven hours a week at an incredible SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) school, delivering 14 sessions, alongside eight sessions across various preschools from Romford to Southend. 

All this while still being able to do the school run.

For Lisa, the rewards are endless.

“One nursery-aged child was able to tell me exactly how they were thinking and how it was affecting their day. Another preschooler recognised they felt tight and tense, so they used the steps to help themselves. Staff in one SEND setting told me a child didn’t need their usual interventions this term as they could regulate themselves in class.”

Her pride in her SLD students shines through. Children who once struggled to engage can now sign or say positive affirmations and relax independently.

Lisa credits the flexibility of the Relax Kids 7-step system and the creative freedom it offers.

“One week you’re a circus ringleader, a fire-breathing dragon or Sleeping Beauty. The next, you’re training preschool staff in the exact same steps. It’s a never-ending, ever-evolving role if you want it to be.”

“Sometimes when I’m delivering classes I stop and could pinch myself that this is my actual job. I can’t quite believe it, that I get to do this forever.”

One delighted parent shared, “George just showed me how tapping his collar bone makes him feel better! Rocking the Relax Kids steps at 3 years old.”

Lisa just loves her work bringing calm and confidence to young lives every day.

Follow Lisa’s Journey here.

Have you ever thought about becoming a Relax Kids coach? Our coaches deliver simple, magical classes that help children feel CALM, CONFIDENT and HAPPY – especially in these chaotic times.

Relax Kids is the UK’s first and best wellbeing company for children (founded in 2000). For over 25 years, we’ve been teaching children self-regulation tools and emotional support techniques.

As a coach, you’ll:

• Help children and young people manage anxiety and emotions through our unique 7-step classes.

• Be part of an organisation that has trained over 6,000 talented coaches worldwide.

• Join a supportive, inspiring community with everything you need to build your wellbeing business.

👉 Learn more about our Relax Kids Training Programme

Reasons Why We’re An Amazing Organisation To Join:

1. Over 25 years’ experience delivering life-changing classes.

2. Award-winning resources loved by families, schools and communities.

3. A flexible lifestyle doing something you truly love.

4. Low-cost entry to your own business.

5. Access to a complete library of flexible class programmes, theme packs, lesson plans and marketing tools.

Plus: we’re passionate about helping our coaches realise their dreams, create balance for their families and make a difference in their communities – and we LOVE that we’re helping change lives and communities.

Is being a Relax Kids coach the BEST job in the entire WORLD?!


Probably… our coaches certainly think so!.

Here’s why:

• We’ve been building and refining our approach for over 25 years. Giving people who are passionate about children’s wellbeing everything they need to set up a business running classes for children.

• Children love our classes, and parents and teachers are consistently impressed with the results.

• For the right person, running Relax Kids sessions is a complete joy.

The Perfect Relax Kids Coach Candidate
You might be our ideal coach if you:

• Love children and are a real people-person.
• Are willing to work hard, enjoy variety, and are motivated.
• Can work independently but also enjoy being part of a team.
• Are passionate about children’s wellbeing.
• Are confident with basic tech (computer, printer, etc.).
• Read this page and thought: “This is the job for me!”

Your Next Step
If this sounds like your dream role, and are ready to be part of something amazing:

• Chat with Marneta to learn more.
• Or apply directly and join today.

✨ Get ready to change lives, including your own!