How to Bounce Back after a Failure?
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” – Thomas A. Edison We all desire to…
Mental illness does not go on summer vacation – Part 2 of 2
In part one of this blog, I wrote about how while summer is generally associated with fun, relaxation…
Mental illness does not go on summer vacation – Part 1 of 2
While preparing to write this blog, I spent some time searching on the internet for pictures that are…
The Ideal Summer Body
It’s already summer again, and this means that it’s back to short shorts, t-shirts, tank tops… and various…
My child got good exam results, but I wish they did better
One of the most stressful periods children go through is when they have exams. Frequently, the stress is…
Travelling with a toddler
Travelling with a toddler can be a nightmare, an adventure or somewhere in between. Planning helps make it…
My son is spending most of the Summer indoors playing games
Today it is possible to live online – we socialise, buy our groceries, pay our bills and even…
I get depressed around summertime
Contrary to what most people believe, the highest suicide rates registered globally are actually during the spring and…
Should I punish my child for failing an exam?
An age old question, to which answers will be given within a range between yes and no and…
How to Survive a Family Holiday
It is that time of year – the school calendar has ended and the summer holiday season is…
Should my teenager have a summer off or find a part-time job?
To relax or to work? After a busy year at school, with lots of studying and tough exams,…
The relationship between parents and child-carers
Jessica loves her work at the childcare centre, especially the creative aspect of finding new ways to engage…