Let Them Get Dirty: Why Messy Kids Are Mentally Stronger By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner This one’s for the parents scrubbing sunscreen off the car seats, rinsing grass stains out of socks, and wondering if it’s all worth it. It is. That dirt under...
The Campfire Effect: Why Summer Bonding Builds Lifelong Resilience By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner Let’s talk about what happens when we slow down, gather around, and stay awhile. There’s something magical about summer nights. The glow of a campfire. The damp grass under...
From Skill to Spark: Rethinking Success in Summer Camps By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner For the parents, coaches, and educators who just want their kids to have a great summer—but feel the creeping pressure of performance… this one’s for you. You’ve signed them...
Play Is the Work: Why Summer Is More Than a Break By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner Calling all parents, educators, and coaches—what if the most important work your child does this summer… doesn’t look like work at all? We’ve been conditioned to believe...
Belonging is the Blueprint: Why Connection Comes Before Confidence By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner You can’t build confidence on shaky ground. And yet, that’s what many kids are being asked to do. Be brave. Perform. Take risks. “Just believe in yourself.” But here’s what we know: 💡 Confidence grows...
The Adult in the Room: Why Regulation is the Foundation of Leadership By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner If you’ve ever lost it with a kid, this post is for you. No shame. No judgment. We’ve all been there. Whether you're a coach barking at...
🏆 What Does It Really Mean to Raise a Champion? By Ashley Shaw Still Waters Psychology – Raising Champions: Ashley’s Corner You’ve probably heard it before. "That kid’s a real champion." But what does that really mean? Is it the fastest kid on the field? The one with the best stats? Is...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) begins in childhood and often continues to affect adults in their mature years. In fact, in the last 10 years, rates of ADHD in adults have more than doubled. Receiving a diagnosis of ADHD can help you receive the right...
Have you ever noticed emotional patterns in your family that repeat from one generation to the next — even when no one talks about them? You’re not imagining it. What you may be seeing is the impact of intergenerational trauma — a powerful psychological phenomenon where...
When children are overwhelmed, they don’t always talk about it — they show it. Through big emotions, challenging behavior, or silence, kids often communicate their struggles without words. More families are noticing increased anxiety, defiance, or withdrawal in their children — and they’re left wondering: How...