Marié Venter Educational Psychologist

17/06/2026

💚 Wellness Wednesday
We often focus so much on where we want to be that we forget to celebrate how far we have come.

Growth rarely happens overnight.

Every small step forward deserves recognition.

Whether it is:
🌱 Reading one more page
🌱 Managing emotions more effectively
🌱 Trying something new
🌱 Asking for help

Progress is still progress. Celebrate the small wins this week.

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

🌈 Happy Youth Day 🌈

Today we celebrate the incredible potential, resilience, creativity, and uniqueness of every young person.

At Marié Venter Educational Psychology Practice, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, belong, and flourish.

As we honour the youth of South Africa, let us continue creating spaces where children feel seen, valued, supported, and empowered to become the very best version of themselves.

May we nurture their strengths, listen to their voices, and help them build a future filled with hope, purpose, and possibility.

💙 Happy Youth Day, South Africa.

15/06/2026

🧠 Monday Myth Busters
One of the most common myths about dyslexia is that children simply see letters backwards.

While some children may occasionally reverse letters, dyslexia is actually a language-based learning difference that affects how the brain processes written language.

Children with dyslexia often work incredibly hard to read, spell, and decode words.
With the right support, intervention, and understanding, learners with dyslexia can thrive both academically and personally.

🌱 Remember: Dyslexia affects reading, not intelligence.

📞 If you have concerns about your child's reading or spelling development, our team is here to help.

14/06/2026

Sunday Support Corner

❓ Parent Questions We Hear Most Often
Many parents feel frustrated when their child can spend hours playing games but struggles to focus on homework.

The difference often lies in:
🎮 Interest
🎮 Immediate feedback
🎮 Rewards
🎮 Stimulation

Homework often requires:
📚 Sustained effort
📚 Delayed rewards
📚 Organisation
📚 Persistence

Attention is strongly influenced by motivation and engagement.

This does not necessarily mean your child is being lazy.

It may mean they need additional support to sustain attention for less preferred tasks.

13/06/2026

🌱 Saturday Connection Challenge: Week 2
This week's challenge is simple.

Three hugs.
Twenty seconds each.

Positive physical connection helps everyone feel loved, secure, and supported.

Sometimes the smallest moments create the strongest memories.

12/06/2026

🌿 Flourishing Friday
Children flourish when their strengths are noticed and nurtured.

This weekend, challenge yourself to identify one strength in your child and yourself that has nothing to do with marks or performance at work.

12/06/2026

📚 Looking for extra Afrikaans and English Language Support for your Grade 8-12 learner in the Secunda area?

Mr. Heinrich offers dedicated language support to help learners build confidence, improve their understanding, and strengthen their academic performance in Afrikaans and English.

As a published author of a language learning resource designed to support Afrikaans Additional Language learners, he brings both expertise and practical teaching experience to every lesson.

Give your child the support they need to succeed.

📞 Contact Mr. Heinrich directly: 072 236 3146

11/06/2026

🌱 Thriving Thursday

The word "yet" transforms a fixed mindset into a growth mindset.
Instead of:
❌ I can't do this.

Try:
✔ I can't do this yet.

Growth takes time.