April 25, 2014
“Today I shall behave as if this is the day I will be remembered.” — Dr. Seuss In an ideal world, how would you like your child to remember you? Many parents want to be remembered as loving, patient, supportive, and emotionally available. Yet in the busyness of daily life, […]
March 11, 2014
Important Note Before Reading This article discusses suicide, risk factors, and warning signs. If this content brings up distressing feelings for you, support is available. You are not alone, and help is accessible at any time. Understanding Suicide and Suicidal Thoughts Suicide is a significant public health concern affecting individuals, […]
February 4, 2014
Why Your Wellbeing Matters as a Parent Children are highly sensitive to the emotional climate of the home. Often, they reflect what’s happening around them—when stress levels rise, behaviour can follow. That’s why parent self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. When you feel calmer, more regulated, and supported, you’re better able […]
January 31, 2014
When emotions run high during disagreements, couples often find themselves caught in cycles of reactive communication. One proven strategy for preventing arguments from spiralling is the “time-out” technique, inspired by the way sports coaches pause a game to rethink strategy. This approach helps partners step back, calm down, and respond […]
December 14, 2013
Resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges, cope with stress, and thrive despite adversity. Importantly, according to Dr Ginsburg, child paediatrician and human development expert, resilience is made up of seven interrelated components, known as the 7 C’s: Competence, Confidence, Connection, Character, Contribution, Coping, and Control. At the […]
December 11, 2013
Wanting to Protect Our Children Most parents share a deeply held wish: that their children grow up happy, safe, and protected from pain, loss, and hardship. It is natural to want to shield children from life’s difficulties—whether that involves: Bullying or peer pressure Academic pressure or failure Family separation or […]
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