About

My passion for Emotional Intelligence (EQ) began with my own childhood experiences of anxiety and bullying. In 2003, I discovered the life-changing power of EQ and became South Africa’s first commercial trainer, working with executives, schools, parents, and children as young as four. Over the years, I’ve seen again and again how developing EQ transforms lives — helping children feel accepted, families thrive, and adults find peace with themselves.

Because the books available at the time were too scientific, I set out to make EQ simple, practical, and fun. That’s why I wrote Emotional Intelligence in a Nutshell for Parents and Teachers and created The Bears of Blueberry Forest (my EQ teaching bears), along with an accredited EQ course, storybooks, and teaching resources for children and parents worldwide. I’ve written for newspapers, spoken at conferences, and been featured in the media — but what matters most to me is seeing children grow in confidence, self-esteem, and joy.

Today, as an author, educator, and grandmother, I continue to write, create, and speak.

I am currently fulfilling my lifelong dream of travelling around the world. I do, however, still answer letters on my YouTube channel. You can also find my course and book on my Freebie page, along with a link to send me your questions.