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‘An essential guide for any parent of sporting children… some of the best ideas I have seen written on this subject. A must-read!’ Gary Street, Harlequins Rugby Sporting car journeys have always presented challenges for us parents. Before and after your child's big game, whether they win or lose what should you say? How should you say it? How can you help them deal with the flurry of emotion and pressures? This 64 page conversation companion provides 40 creative ways of dialling down the stress and priming your child for success on and off the sports field. It will guide you into positive conversations to strengthen your relationships and nurture the character you want to see your son or daughter develop. On the journey to and from the sports fixtures, over the phone or on Skype, these conversations starters will enable you and your child to stay focused on what really matters for their future. 'Conversations for the journey' don't have to be difficult- are you ready for the challenge?Endorsements:‘If you think you don't need any of these... you've probably only been listening to one side of the conversation!’ Anastacia Long, Trinity School ‘A great tool that will lead to a deeper awareness of one another. Listening and understanding each other are key skills, in not only sport but in all walks of life.’ Amelea Lancaster, Player Management & Academy Team, Saracens Rugby'Emphasises how important our behaviours and language are in shaping [our children's] character.' Andy Hurry, Director of Cricket, Somerset County Cricket Club‘A must-read for any parents whose children enjoy sport, not just those pursuing professionalism.’ TW Taylor, Head of Rugby, New Hall School‘Richard's focus on developing the character of your child, whether that be on or off the pitch, will be fundamental to fostering a relationship of honesty, warmth, and nurturance between yourself and them.’ Dr Suzanne Brown (DClinPsy, MSci, BSci), Clinical Psychologist, Director of Emotionally Connected (www.emotionallyconnected.co.uk)‘As a dad myself, this is extremely useful.’Kevin Mannion, Academy Performance Manager, Gloucester Rugby‘All of us want the best for our own children and others we teach or coach. How we do this is not always obvious or easy - this easy to read guide opens up the potential for us to be better at supporting those children… I am off to ask the Top Trumps question to my 14-year-old son!’John Mallett, Director of Rugby, Millfield School‘The all-conquering New Zealand Rugby Union Team state, "Better People make Better All-Blacks", and this book will help all of us parents to maximise the impact of each sporting car journey as we support the growth of our very own "Better Person".’Mark Garaway, Director of Cricket, Millfield ‘Richard draws on his extensive experience to offer a useful primer that I know many parents and their children will value. My favourite question is No.39.’Dr Edward T. Hall, Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching.Richard cuts through the fog to create a reflective learning and sharing toolkit that will empower parents to connect their athletes with the “bigger picture”.’Craig 'Gunny' Gunn (www.craiggunn.org)‘A definite must-read for any sporting parent and in particular any parent coach. For me, it has been 18 years of trial and error without any framework - you have provided that in abundance.’ Parent of England U18 Rugby player‘He delivered in the England Rugby performance pathway on a number of occasions on topics such as supporting the journey from dependence to independence, relationships with coaches, parents’ roles in a performance programme and good questions to ask around sport and in particular the games. The feedback from the parents was always very strong.’Fletch, The Magic Academy – Formally England Rugby U18 head coach