Phase Hitchin

Looking Forward

I realised I’ve been feeling a bit bored recently. I hate to say it but it’s true. There’s often not much to look forward to in this early part of the year (at least immediately). The excitement of Christmas has long passed and Easter is still a

The 2-Minute Check-In That Can Change Someone’s Day

A quick check-in can do more than you think. Here’s a simple, human way to notice someone, ask one real question, and shift their day in two minutes.

RESOURCE ROUND-UP: January 2026

Welcome to the January Phase Resource Round-Up. This is our hub for sharing useful blogs, podcasts and tools.  Our first blog of 2026 was all about setting goals (as you might expect). In it, I encouraged a blend or grace and dreaming big for anyone setting New Year’s resolutions.

5 Ways to Support Phase

At Phase Hitchin, we’re passionate about supporting young people to thrive. We provide practical resources, workshops, one-to-one support and much more to help children and teenagers (and those who support them) build confidence, manage challenges, and look after their wellbeing. But we can’t do it alone! Our work

leadership development

You Don’t Need a Title to Lead

Leadership isn’t about status. It’s about showing up, caring, and being consistent. You already lead more than you realise. Here's why it matters.

Some thoughts on resolutions

This blog is going to be about New Year’s resolutions, of course. It’s the first Phase blog of 2026. Could it really have been about anything else?  I hope to start by thinking about how we might reframe New Year's resolutions and end with some reflections

RESOURCE ROUND-UP: December 2025

Welcome to our Christmas resource round-up for 2025! Here are some recent podcasts, videos and tools we'd like to share. We also love to highlight some older resources that might be useful for you in the current season. I hope you find it helpful! Our most recent podcast

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Winter Wellbeing

The colder months can take a toll on our mood, energy, and motivation. Here are some practical tips to help you stay well, feel supported, and make winter a little brighter.

Lessons from a year of gratitude journaling

At the start of this year, I set myself a goal of keeping a gratitude journal every day in January. To be specific, as one should be when setting goals, this meant writing down three different things everyday that I felt thankful for in a Google Keep page on my

RESOURCE ROUND-UP: November 2025

Here’s our November round up of useful resources from Phase! In this month's podcast, I spoke to Ben Kellard about the environment, the economy and wellbeing. Check it out here: You can still catch last month’s Digital Wellbeing episode here: Over the summer, we released new

Project Hope

Every £1 Doubled This December – Help Young Lives Thrive

Project Hope is back. For one month only, every £1 you give is doubled to support children and young people’s mental health and resilience. Pledge now and help young lives thrive.

Take5

Five small actions. Five minutes. Big impact. Take 5 helps you boost connection and wellbeing — for yourself and others — with practical, meaningful habits.

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Work with us

Join Phase Hitchin as we grow our impact across schools and the community. We’re recruiting two new team members — an Operations & Engagement Manager and a Youth Engagement Worker — to help young lives flourish.

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Real Talk: How to Connect with Teens

Want to connect with teens without the eye-rolls or one-word answers? These practical tips show how curiosity, honesty, and small conversations can spark real, meaningful dialogue.

How to slow down time

It’s November. Another year’s nearly over. How does each one somehow go quicker than the last?  The clocks went back an hour last weekend. I sometimes wish they would wind back further to give me a chance to figure out where all the time went.  We may not

Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone (And Why It’s Always Worth It)

Stepping outside your comfort zone is uncomfortable — but that’s where the growth happens. Here’s what happened when I challenged myself to do just that.

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The Worry Workbook

We all worry sometimes — but knowing how to manage those feelings can make a big difference. Discover The Worry Workbook from Phase, a creative new resource packed with simple tools, activities, and top tips to help children and young people find calm and confidence.

National Day of Prayer for Schools

Here at Phase, we're so lucky to work alongside amazing teachers and staff in primary and secondary schools throughout Hitchin. We're also blessed to work with thousands of wonderful children and young people every year. Meanwhile, we see first-hand the ever-changing pressures that young people and

habits

Restarting Habits: How to Get Back on Track Without Beating Yourself Up

Lost your good habits? You’re not alone. Here’s how to restart without guilt, take small steps, and build lasting change—one simple win at a time.

gratitude

Everyday Superpowers

Discover your three everyday superpowers—kindness, positivity, and gratitude—and how simple actions can boost your wellbeing, brighten your mood, and spread good vibes to those around you. Small steps, big impact! ✨

Hope to fit in or choose to be present?

September is here. Hopefully, the start of the new school year gives you a chance to reconnect with old friends after a long summer break. At the same time, new beginnings often bring opportunities for new friendships, particularly if you’re starting at a new school. Meeting people for the

Back-to-School Myth Busting

The alarm blares, pulling you from the last dream of summer and into a new school morning. That familiar mix of knots in your stomach and excitement in your chest is back as you pull on your uniform. You walk through the school gates, hearing the buzz of chatter and

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What I would do differently if I took my GCSEs again

Reflecting on my GCSEs, I share the things I’d do differently — from managing stress and self-care, to avoiding comparison traps. If you’ve got exams ahead, these lessons might just help you do it better than I did.

The Web That Is Social Media

Social media connects us — but can also quietly distort our self-worth. This blog explores how to protect your mental health, stay grounded, and use social platforms without losing your sense of self.

Personal Growth

Heatwave Wisdom: What the Weather Taught Me About Keeping My Cool

Stuck in a hot car and losing your cool? Here’s what a heatwave taught me about emotional regulation, stress triggers, and slowing down under pressure.