Empathy Matters is thankful to have received wonderful feedback from the organizations, schools, and groups we have presented to.

The compliments we often see about the material we present praises the depth of scientific theory, research, and resources, and most importantly how that is applied in practice in the real world.

The workshops get strong marks for being enthusiastic and fun. We aim to have a high level of interaction with the group to share our passion and knowledge, rather than simply reading off a PowerPoint presentation.

We also work to ensure the group enjoys a good amount of activity and participation as the workshop progresses. This helps keep everyone excited, interested, and engaged.

hear from past attendees about our workshops

THANK YOU! for such a wonderful presentation. We were all inspired by your ideas, knowledge and passion. We have all carried something with us today and used this in our interactions. Lots of ‘lightbulb moments’ were happening in the room last night. WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU BACK IN!!! Especially to discuss strategies and responses.

Testimonial Sylvia
Sylvia
ECE Head Teacher

Thank you Maria for a fantastic presentation. I have already had 3 conversations with people from different walks of life about the concepts you spoke of and its only 3:30pm!!

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Lorna
University Lecture

A big THANK YOU! I have already received some really positive feedback. Thank you to Maria who delivered such a wonderful presentation and thanks for all the support arranging it.

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Louise
Placement Coordinator

Thank you for your kind words and for delivering a great workshop. I have received emails from some of the attendees and they have given positive feedback about the workshop, so well done!

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Sarah
PD Officer

On behalf of the therapy team at ATWC I would like to thank you for the very rich seminar we were able to enjoy and the very generous hospitality.

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Paula
Clinician

The workshops have helped me to symbolise my own emotions and feelings….put them in words and try to make sense of them….also I feel more empathic towards children‘s different emotions, and how we have to respect and understand their feelings.

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Rachel
EDE Teacher

I have enjoyed your Korero talks…the workshops have been valuable to me as a reflective teacher wanting to improve my interaction with the children.

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Anna
Teacher

Group discussion helped with team building and created team awareness of our own feelings and reactions to the children. The programme has impacted my practice. I feel I am more attentive to my own emotions… not just a hug and you will be OK approach!

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Grace
Teacher

I am seeing emotions more positively… I see them as a chance to get close to the children and help them develop emotional competence.

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Sue
Teacher

It is such an important topic for both children and teachers… Emotional awareness, especially in early childhood, should be in the front of your mind at all times. The ability to be aware of feelings in yourself and children, to act accordingly is of great value for emotional wellbeing development.

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Jess
Teacher

THANK YOU! for such a wonderful presentation. We were all inspired by your ideas, knowledge, and passion. We have all carried something with us today and used this in our interactions. Lots of ‘lightbulb moments’ were happening in the room last night. WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU BACK IN!!! Especially to discuss strategies and responses.

Testimonial Titahi Bay Kindy
Titahi Bay Kindy

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