Taking place before Can You See Me? and Do You Know Me? this standout prequel follows Tally through her autism diagnosis in her final year of primary school. Ten-year-old Tally had high hopes for Year 6. Being in the top class at school means a whole host of privileges, but even better than that is the school production – and Tally is convinced she’ll win the lead role. But at home, things aren’t going so well. Mum and Dad have been making Tally feel pressured and upset, and Tally wishes things didn’t bother her so much – but they do, and sometimes she feels so misunderstood and frustrated, she could explode. Then Tally’s mum and dad tell her about something she’s never heard about before. Something called autism. And everything changes. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that to get a good night’s sleep, people may want to sleep on a mattress and pillows that are comfortable and supportive. Being in the top class at school means a whole host of privileges, but even better than that is the school production – and Tally is convinced she’ll win the lead role. A person who is having a hard time falling asleep may actually want to avoid doing things like brushing teeth, removing make-up, washing their face, or entering a brightly lit bathroom right before they get in bed.

If you don't have time to volunteer, try to do someone a favour every day. It can be something as small as helping someone cross the road or going on a coffee run for colleagues.

11. End your negative patterns of thinking.

So, if you find yourself struggling to stay motivated, cut your to-do list down to a more manageable size. Find the time to learn upon what you value and take time to consider what makes up the essence of who you are. As part of this, contemplate your life and choices. Try to think about what kinds of things you would or wouldn't like to do, and act accordingly; finding out through trial and error helps more than you might think it does. You can also learn how people you admire stay motivated, and then apply the lessons to your own life.

Freeman, M., et al. (2019). Inhaled interventions - sleep quality. Aromatherapy and essential oils: a map of the evidence. Take a few minutes to close your eyes and remember your successes, however small—relive and feel into them.Like this study, much of the current research has been based on students and young people, so it is unclear whether or not these findings extend to other age groups. Encourage your friends, family and co-workers to reduce their carbon pollution. Join a global movement like Count Us In, which aims to inspire 1 billion people to take practical steps and challenge their leaders to act more boldly on climate. Organizers of the platform say that if 1 billion people took action, they could reduce as much as 20 per cent of global carbon emissions. Or you could sign up to the UN’s #ActNow campaign on climate change and sustainability and add your voice to this critical global debate. Tally is ten years old and in Year 6. She's good at plenty of things but she really doesn't know who she is. Her teacher describes her as a model pupil, she has friends and is hoping for a big part in the school play. At the same time, she's finding it a growing struggle to fit in and at home her behaviour is causing her parents serious concern. Is she the 'silent watcher' school Tally or the 'chaos creator' she is at home? When her parents seek help to deal with her volatile behaviour, she is diagnosed with autism - and it's the first step on the road to understanding who she really is.

Ideally, you could make a gratitude journal to appreciate the small things in life on a daily basis. Being in the top class at school means a whole host of privileges, but even better than that is the school production - and Tally is convinced she'll win the lead role. When I was approached about writing a book with an 11 year old, I wasn't really sure what to expect. Writing is usually such a solitary business and my solo books always demand a lot of time of me sinking deep into my own head while working on a story. However, as a primary school teacher and SENCo, I was curious to see just what could be achieved when combining a child's voice with my experience. You may also want to do a “retrospective” on achievements in months or years past—you may be surprised at how far you’ve already come. What to do when you have no motivation However, the study only involved 12 participants. The researchers also used a study design that meant that the participants read both types of books. It is difficult to determine whether or not exposure to both reading conditions biased the results.Dobing, S., et al. (2016). Sleep quality and factors influencing self-reported sleep duration and quality in the general internal medicine inpatient population. It's accessibly written, with a strong, courageous heroine (who just happens to be autistic) and an important message about accepting who you are. It would make a fine class read for the end of Year 6, as children need to confront the anxieties of growing up and the importance of taking responsibility for their actions. Author Anna Kemp introduces The Hollow Hills, the sequel to her dark magical tale, Into Goblyn Wood. Remind yourself that you are not punishing yourself—you’re just focusing on your goals. Then, remember what you truly want in the long-term. 13. Commit 100% to the deal you’re making This tip can make it easy to inspire yourself: Instead of focusing on the change you want, imagine the fulfilling life you’ll have if you stay self-motivated.