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Stop fighting alone. A sanctuary for SEND/ ALN/ IEP/ School-is-hard parents, home educators & advocates. Resources, support & steady ground.

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21 contributions to When Stopping Isn't An Option
Long time no see.
Been swamped recently but hoping to start interacting with the group more. The LA have been pushing me to the edge with their incompetence but in the words of Elton John - I’m still standing.
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Aaah Diane, hugs!
🎁 Free Resource: 5 Phrases to Redirect the System Lens (Download Inside)
I have been busy tinkering in the group and learning how to set up modules and things... You should be able to see a new course called Freebies and Printables... I recommend you check it out! As I pull out themes from my book (out June 1st), one of the biggest concepts is the exhaustion many of us feel comes from trying to translate between two different languages: the System Lens (budgets, policies, thresholds) and the Humanity Lens (safety, nervous systems, lived experience). You shouldn’t have to improvise those translations in the middle of a high-stakes meeting. So, I’ve created a tool for you. 👇 📄 INSIDE THIS POST: This 1-Page Crib Sheet contains: ✅ The 5 exact phrases to redirect a conversation from "policy" to "child." ✅ Bonus scripts for when you feel stuck or dismissed. ✅ A reminder of your sovereignty in the room. 💡 How to use it: 1. Download the PDF from the Freebies and Resources module. 2. Save it to your phone or print it out. 3. Keep it in your meeting folder or on your desk. 4. Use it the next time you feel the conversation sliding into bureaucracy. These aren’t arguments. They are invitations to see the human in the room. 📢 A Quick Note on the Book: These phrases are just a small taste of the 4R Stand™ Framework (Recognise, Regulate, Reclaim, Rhythm). If you find this sheet helpful, you’ll love the full toolkit. My new book, When Stopping Isn’t an Option, launches on June 1st. It’s designed to be the steady hand on your shoulder when the system tries to shake you. 👉 Pre-orders for the paperback will be available soon 👇Download the sheet, then drop a comment below with a 👋 or let me know which phrase you’re going to try first! Let’s stand steady together. Laura
🎁 Free Resource: 5 Phrases to Redirect the System Lens (Download Inside)
RECLAIM masterclass
Recording here for now and then it will move into the classroom area. Please do share your glimmers of micro-joy in the group x
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RECLAIM masterclass
Masterclass 2-3pm
Good morning lovely humans! For those in Tne Sanctuary, I will be in at 2-3pm for RECLAIM masterclass as we begin the 3rd cycle of the 4R Stand... Recognise Regulate Reclaim (you are here) Rhythm Just click through from the Skool link and I will see you there x
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Masterclass 2-3pm
Please Introduce yourself
Hi there! Welcome to When Stopping Isn't An Option! I am so grateful you are here... especially because I know that you haven't had the opportunity to pause the world and join us, and you've likely just added this in to your day! This space is a safe space for sharing the realities of navigating education systems that don't work for all children and young people and of course the many complex, endless and frustrating bureaucracies that accompany them! It is my hope and intention that being in this group gives more than it takes and supports you as you keep going on whatever pathway you are on. You are important. Your mental health is important. And you are so welcome. Please do introduce yourself on this thread as you arrive - it's great to meet you x
Please Introduce yourself
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I'll go first - Hi, I am Laura, author of When Stopping Isn't An Option, Mum of 4 home educated children and navigator of systems! We stepped out of the UK education system early on, so we are an Elective Home Ed family, and I support other families with their EOTAS (Educated Other Than At School) packages. I also run The Motivated Learner, the UK's first Trauma-Informed Education Consultancy and Tutoring Agency. It's such an honour to do this work... and also my brain melts almost daily, so I have build my own rhythm to build in and protect my sanity! :)
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@Rebecca Mottram So grateful to have you here ❤️
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Making learning safe again when school doesn't work. Supporting parent mental health. Trauma-informed education provider.

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