In the previous blog, we talked about the questions that arise. In this blog we will look into the coping mechanisms that children employ.
As a matter of coping, some children elaborate their pain and agony in play, others by … Read more
The impact of terminal illness on a child 2/3
As stated in the previous blog, we will look into how to deal with the children’s questions.
When such questions arise, our instinct is to protect the child’s innocence from the world’s evil. Don’t get me wrong, I am not … Read more
The impact of terminal illness on a child 1/3
When we hear the words “terminal illness” or “cancer”, most of us shiver and stop dead in our tracks. This could be due to stories we hear, memories we bear or the tears we fight. I like to compare this … Read more
Let’s get married
Then s/he proposed and s/he said yes ! .. the good, the bad the ugly that comes along.
Yes wedding day is considered to be one of the best days in the couple’s life but it is can also be … Read more
The Sunk Cost Fallacy
We often find ourselves engaging in activities that take up our time and energy despite knowing they may not really be worth it.
This is called the “sunk cost fallacy”. It’s the tendency of people to unreasonably continue on with … Read more
“A guide to Personal Freedom”
In the best selling book “The Four Agreements”, Don Miguel Ruiz gives four principles to practice in order to create love and happiness in your life. Most of these ideas are highly similar to concepts used by modern humanistic psychologists, … Read more
“I just need a minute to unwind after work.” Your kids do too! (Part II)
It is our responsibility to facilitate transitions and help children adjust to the upcoming task. Perhaps I can offer an illustration to make things clearer. Imagine a child completely distracted in play at around 0800pm. He wanders in his imagination … Read more
“I just need a minute to unwind after work.” Your kids do too! (Part I)
Hats. We wear so many of them every day. Each one represents a different role that we occupy in our life. As we float from one role to the next we move along a transition period which allows us to … Read more
Adrenaline – a drug sensation seekers are hooked on
Some people love extreme sports or engage in different risky activities, but this ‘living on the edge’ is not for everyone. Why is that? People have different personalities, and are defined by a unique sum of psychological traits (characteristics). So, … Read more