Jean-Marie Selvam

Publications By

Jean enjoys working with children and youth because they inspire her to be a joyous and courageous person. She has a background in family therapy and was previously a part of the Leaderonomics Youth team.

Which Decade Did It Best? The 70s, 80s, 90s or 00s?

By JEAN SELVAM
There are more changes in our lifestyle today as compared to just 10 years ago–thanks to the constant evolution of technology. With all these developments, it comes as no surprise that even the structure of family has changed.

15-04-2016

Look At Me When I’m Talking To You!

By JEAN SELVAM
If communication is more important than ever, why do we seem to devote less and less time to really listening to one another? Genuine listening has become such a rare gift.

19-02-2016

Every Step You Take

By JEAN SELVAM
Parenting may feel like the hardest job in the world. Sometimes, mums and dads get upset and feel like they are not doing a good enough job, especially when they realise they are the biggest role models for their children.

05-02-2016

My Personal Reflections And Resolutions

By JEAN SELVAM
Nearly everyone speaks about resolutions this time of the year. Naturally, I got sucked into this idea of setting resolutions for 2016, with hopes that it will be even better than my awesome 2015.

22-01-2016

Leaderonomics Youth Highlights 2015

By JEAN SELVAM
It has been an exciting and eventful 2015 for the Leaderonomics Youth Team. Through our three main initiatives and special projects, we are proud to say that we have set new records for number of participants and programmes this year.

18-12-2015

Are You A Helicopter Parent?

By JEAN SELVAM
When parents put their own emotional needs ahead of the developmental needs of their children,it will ultimately create an overly protective environment, with parents failing to instil a sense of independence in their children.

04-12-2015

Do You Want To Raise An Independent Teenager?

By JEAN SELVAM
For some parents, the only form of communication with their teenagers are yelling or nagging. However, at times, these methods do not work. So how can parents, educators and the community raise a “perfectly independent teen”?

20-11-2015