Learning
Although horsesmouth is about learning from other people’s experiences, here you can find learning mentors who can help you figure out issues around your education, skills and training. People here are not professional advisors and don't make specific recommendations, but they have volunteered to help from the benefit of their own personal experiences. Some will be based on opportunity and inspiration others based on regrets and paths not taken. Learning sets you up for life and it never stops doing that - so whether you're making a big choice early in life or a big change later in life you can probably find someone here who has a helpful perspective.
There are plenty of other resources for specific information and comparison but if you just want to talk to a few people based on the choices they made and the experiences they had, then horsesmouth is right for you.
Have you always dreamt of becoming a film director, a paediatrician or even Prime Minister? Are you stuck and don't know how to get there? Whatever your ambition,or whatever is getting in the way of it, others here may have experiences and advice that could help you move forward..
Leaving school does not have to mean the end of your studies. Someone here may be able to offer you advice on university, further education, or university interview tips based on their experiences.
Basic skills courses are becoming increasingly popular. When choosing to learn a new skill the world is your oyster, from training to be an electrician or a beautician; to a builder or social worker.
For children and adults with learning difficulties and disabilities some tasks can be more of a challenge. Find information about financial help, advice and useful management techniques from others’ personal experiences.
The best way to learn how to do something is by doing it yourself – practical education and training are the key to opening many doors.
Many see it as the best years of their lives - make sure you feel the same way. horsesmouth mentors can offer advice for students and mature students about getting financial help and debt worries, careers advice and a more general student guide to survival.
Learning - Featured Mentors
Learning - Published Stories
“The Anger Process”
This is an explanation of how anger develops and how it can lead to aggression or violence.
TRIGGER (EXTERNAL) this is what happens to start off the whole process. Perhaps someone nips in front of you in the queue, or insists on showing you up in...
“When plans go wrong.”
This time last year my plans were very different to how everything has turned out. I was determined to go to university in Newcastle, needing high grades to get there and I expected to get exactly those grades. However results day came and looking at...
Learning - Mentor Shout Outs
availible
"here if anybody needs me, so shoot me a message! ..."
Learning - Pearls of Wisdom
life
"There is no shame in being human..."
What is online mentoring?
If you've lived, you've learned...and you've probably got a story to tell. Mentoring online is the perfect way to share your hard earned-wisdom with those who can benefit from your experiences and knowledge, all in a supportive, safe and secure online environment. It takes seconds to sign up and you never know who you might meet!
Can't find the right mentor? Just send a request!
If you've tried using search and browsed the profiles on our site but can't find anyone who's quite right for you, send a request for a mentor to the whole community. You'll get some good responses and one or two may turn into mentoring relationships.
Other users say...
I have been mentoring on HM for 18 months. I really enjoy it & hopefully I am helping other people. Recently I posted my my first 'request for a mentor'. I have been completely bowled over by the response. So many people taking their time & making the effort to offer constructive advice in a friendly polite manner. For me it completely validates the intent behind HM. It reminds me how many good, helpful people there are out there. Thanks for providing such a great service.
well what a geat website! in all honestly, i basically typed in "agony aunts online" while on a down day just expecting some upbeat optimism on the computer, and came across this site. it is so much better than just reading a passage on a website, to actually talk to REAL people for honest advice and listening about particular subjects rather than a general overview.
Schmangled
I just want to say thanks to everyone who replied to one of my recent shout outs about forgiving - every message was useful and some very helpful indeed! It really feels good to know other people understand how i've been feeling, and to know there are people not far from me to help! Thanks so much, and everyone please don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help anyone with any problem you may be having xxx
Georgieee
