Adam and Georgette who have been together for about 25 years. Sex is not satisfying for either one of them and therefore they decided to see a sex therapist. During the first session they were asked what they thought was … Read more
Communication – Part 1 of 4
Communication is key to a successful relationship. We’ve all heard that one before. The truth of the matter is that communication is key to be successful in every part of life – for a successful working life, a successful family … Read more
Misbehaviour is the natural choice of Kids. The Lie rethought – Part 3
However, the idea presented here is not alien, nor is it groundbreaking. The notion of confusion in infants is often hinted to in research, although it can be underlined more clearly. If we take what we know about children, we … Read more
Misbehaviour is the natural choice of kids. That’s a lie – Part 2
Think about it. If have a system of consequence in place, are we not actually expecting the children to misbehave? If not, we would not have it in the first place. If we accept that kids do what is expected … Read more
Misbehaviour is the natural choice of kids. That’s a lie – Part 1
Children need adults to help them socialise. Without adults, children cannot learn the ways of adults and in this way they could never receive the chance to be a meaningful part of society. It is this very thought which fuelled … Read more
My life is a Roller Coaster and I am just a Passenger
Does your life feel like a roller coaster? Are you familiar with the feeling of helplessly travelling on a high speed voyage, which seems to have little purpose and no enjoyment of the journey? If yes, you are part of … Read more
Out of Control Kids? Or incomplete lessons by adults? – Part 2
Educators and caregivers have a responsibility to teach their children values like respect, patience, altruism, empathy and the value of earning your rewards. Parenting which ignores these lessons will result in a socialisation process (the process in which families teach … Read more
Out of control kids? Or incomplete lessons by adults? – Part 1
I was walking in the park on one sunny day. As I strolled quietly, I began to hear turmoil coming from a few metres ahead. I could only make out a few of the words that a child was shouting … Read more
The Last Born – Part 2 of 2
When the last child is born, parents are more likely to be knowledgeable and confident in their parenting, therefore, being more relaxed and not as strict or as expectant as when parenting the eldest.
Being the last born means that … Read more
The First to be Born – Part 1 of 2
The birth of the first child is likely to be the most awaited but it is also the one that brings the most uncertainties in the parents.
The birth order effect describes firstborns as having the following characteristics:
◆ Mature… Read more