Short, Authoritative, Useful eBooks
Short, Authoritative, Useful eBooks
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This book introduces the C.R.E.A.T.E. Self-Leadership framework—Courage, Resilience, Empathy, Authenticity, Tenacity, and Energy—and shows how adults can intentionally model these qualities so children grow into confident, resilient, lifelong learners. It weaves the author’s personal journey from childhood struggles and single parenting to educational leadership, illustrating how self-awareness and everyday choices shape a child’s inner world.
Each chapter focuses on one pillar of self-leadership, blending brain science, real-life classroom and family stories, and practical tools that parents and educators can use in minutes a day. Readers will find simple language, reflection questions, and ready-to-use strategies such as the ‘Three-Second Test’, empathy practices, and resilience-builders they can immediately apply at home or in school.
Throughout, the book emphasises that children do not need perfect adults, but present ones who pause, reflect, and keep learning. By caring for their own energy and modeling courage, empathy, authenticity, and perseverance, adults create environments where children feel safe to be themselves, bounce back from setbacks, and lead their own lives with heart and purpose.
The Five Dimensions of Courage
Courage is not one-size-fits-all. Children need practice across five dimensions:
By practicing these forms of courage, children develop the inner strength to face challenges throughout their lives.
Hasnah A Rahman (Has AR) is an educator, empowerment coach, speaker, and author with nearly 30 years of experience helping children, parents, educators, and leaders build confidence, resilience, and self-leadership in learning and life.
Her work integrates the art and science of whole-person learning and well-being, supporting growth that engages thinking, feeling, the body, and authentic communication. Through her company Positive Focus Pte Ltd, Has designs and delivers workshops, coaching, and learning experiences grounded in Positive Psychology, neuroscience, and multimodal approaches.
She also designs and delivers professional development certifications accredited by the London Teacher Training College, and serves as an adjunct lecturer with various educational and professional organizations to support educator and leadership development across diverse settings.
Has is the Founding President of BNI Venus and Private Community¬–AI Inspire, and the co-author of Venus Rising: The Phoenix Awakens and Rising Above.
She is known for translating complex ideas into practical, human-centered tools that can be applied immediately.
Hasnah A Rahman (Has AR) is an educator, empowerment coach, speaker, and author with nearly 30 years of experience helping children, parents, educators, and leaders build confidence, resilience, and self-leadership in learning and life.
Her work integrates the art and science of whole-person learning and well-being, supporting growth that engages thinking, feeling, the body, and authentic communication. Through her company Positive Focus Pte Ltd, Has designs and delivers workshops, coaching, and learning experiences grounded in Positive Psychology, neuroscience, and multimodal approaches.
She also designs and delivers professional development certifications accredited by the London Teacher Training College, and serves as an adjunct lecturer with various educational and professional organizations to support educator and leadership development across diverse settings.
Has is the Founding President of BNI Venus and Private Community¬–AI Inspire, and the co-author of Venus Rising: The Phoenix Awakens and Rising Above.
She is known for translating complex ideas into practical, human-centered tools that can be applied immediately.