Do you think your child might be a perfectionist? Do they set high standards and then get cranky when they don’t live up to them? Do they expect a lot from others…
Tag: Wellbeing
What’s in our first period kit and some thoughts about starting
There are many commercial first period kit boxes around these days. Which I find quite amusing as, let’s face it, there’s really not a lot to it. I saw a first period kit…
5 ways to teach kids the power of self acceptance
I am a firm believer in the importance of self awareness and self acceptance. Of understanding, knowing and believing in who we are as individuals. Years ago, I chanced upon the HBO…
5 gentle ways to for mums to practise self-kindness
A massive chunk of our role as mums is to be kind. But, while we get very good at treating others well, sometimes we forget to do the same for ourselves. Self-kindness…
What to do when your kid just doesn’t like the teacher
One of the hardest things when you have kids in school is when your kid just doesn’t like the teacher. It’s a daunting prospect, especially at the start of a school year.…
12 Sunday habits for a much smoother week
The temptation to do absolutely nothing on Sundays is strong, I know. So instead of ‘Sunday habits’ you may wish to call these Saturday habits. Or even Monday habits, if you’re prepared…