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Ride the waves

to calmer waters!

Steering Ourselves in the Right Direction!

Winner of the 2022 Independent Press Award for Best Fiction Audiobook

Jackson, from demons and desperation to love and hope. This book is an award winner and an Amazon best-seller. How do parents support children who are struggling with mental illness, with mental wellness? How can our youth take action before they begin to struggle?

Finalist in the Book Excellence Awards

Experts on Call AM800 CKLW

Lynn McLaughln and Amber Raymond were expert guests on this radio show, talking about mental health and well-being for youth, students and families. What can we each do in our own homes and classrooms to calm the waters?

The Power of Thought

Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award, this children’s book series teaches readers who to recognize, understand and manage their feelings. It teaches emotional literacy, emotional regulation, empathy, problem solving and social skills.

Heart Matters

Parent? Educator? School Council Chair? Heart Matters! This interactive workshop is offered to parent groups and educators. Lynn McLaughlin and Amber Raymond lead the audience through a one hour session. At the end, participants leave with steps to take in their homes and classrooms.

Coalition of Schools Educating Mindfully Resource Showcase

Lynn is finalist in the category of Women in Education

The Power of Thought Children's Book Series

Mental Health Resources

lynn’s eight week book launch plan

Book lynn for your event

The Power of Thought

Lynn teamed up with her niece, Amber Raymond (MSW) to publish the Power of Thought book series. Have fun beaming off to a fictional planet made of crystals, where children don’t know how to manage their emotions and glow in the colour they are feeling. They learn proven strategies to build resilience, social and problem-solving skills, confidence and empathy.

Life is Like a Game. Are you Ready to Play?

The Power of Thought Game is in its third phase of trials. Designed for family game nights, or primary/junior classrooms, it is inspired by real-life stories of children and youth. It's a fun way to learn that our thoughts, feelings and actions are all connected! We are currently seeking production partners. Check out the details.

Taking the Helm Podcast Series … over 145 Guests

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Lynn’s Award Winning Book …. Jackson

“Jackson”, an Amazon Best-Seller and 2022 Recipient of the Best Fiction Audiobook from the Independent Press.

Lynn McLaughlin and Amber Raymond at Parent Engagement Evenings

Ride the waves

to calmer waters!

Steering Ourselves in the Right Direction!

The Power of Thought

Taking the Helm Podcast Series … over 145 Guests

Lynn’s Award Winning Book …. Jackson

Bringing Positive Change to Parents, Guardians and Educators in School Communities

Heart matters