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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 41 MIN

Saying less, the key questions to ask your children and when should you intervene? - A special with Cathy Walker

from 40s Woman and Beyond · host Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Anna Black, Gen Hallam

Cathy Walker is a consultant, coach, and writer with 25 years in education, including 20 in the classroom. A parenting expert and regular contributor to The Sunday Times and The Telegraph, she works with schools, universities, parents, young people, and other individuals on holistic education, future-readiness, and career transitions. She appears on Good Morning Britain and Times Radio, and hosts The Futures Project podcast.In this enlightening episode we discuss the tricky balance of supporting your kids without taking on their anxiety yourself. We talk about how to step back and say less instead of spiral, and what actually helps in the moment.Plus, we share a few simple but effective questions you can ask your children to deal with comparison - both in the home and at school.If you have children in your life - this is one not to be missed!Cathy Walker - https://cathywalkerconsulting.uk/Instagram - @educathyPlease note: These tips are intended as general guidance. We recognise that children experience and respond to the world in different ways, and approaches may need to be adapted accordingly.Please do like and subscribe and follow Margaret @crushedbymcs, Gen @ghnutritioncoaching and Anna @40swoman&beyond. Disclaimer: Anna Black, Genevieve Hallam, Margaret Cabourn-Smith or any guest presenter featured in this podcast cannot be held responsible for any injury or harm caused as a result of participation in any session or ideas you follow as a result of listening to this podcast. You are taking part at your own risks and need to make sensible decisions. Check in with your GP if you have any concerns and before making changes.

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Cathy Walker is a consultant, coach, and writer with 25 years in education, including 20 in the classroom. A parenting expert and regular contributor to The Sunday Times and The Telegraph, she works with schools, universities, parents, young people, and other individuals on holistic education, future-readiness, and career transitions. She appears on Good Morning Britain and Times Radio, and hosts The Futures Project podcast. In this enlightening episode we discuss the tricky balance of suppor...

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