As International Day of Friendship looms (Thursday, July 30), many will write about the positive aspects of friendship or give tips on how to be a fabulous friend. In a world where we spend much of our time online, it is perhaps even more important than ever to learn how to spot fake
The young boy walked into the studio in tears, exclaiming he did not want his father to leave. Just weeks before this, that same boy would virtually push his parents out of the door, eager to have my full attention as we embarked on a creative journey together. The next day, a
As we head towards Mother’s Day and the time for celebrating mums, one thing is clear. Not all mothers are created equal. That’s the truth. However, good or bad, we all need them – from the tiny ants that drink their own babies’ blood, to the majestic elephant who carries her huge baby
What if learning just four lessons could help you succeed at life? With so many important things to teach our children, how do we choose what matters most? We are constantly bombarded with information and advice about what we need to know about life success. It makes a complicated and, sometimes, contradictory, mix. Wouldn’t
Ever told yourself you’ll be happy when ……? You’re not alone. Most of us have felt that way at some stage. Why wait? We can all choose happiness right now, regardless of what is going on around us. That may sound flippant if you’re feeling depressed right now, but these happiness hacks are
I love you. It’s true. Though I may not have met you or connected with you, in a universal sense, I love you. I love you because you are part of the intricate web that makes up the Universe. Just thinking and writing those words makes me smile. I feel a sense of
You may be wondering what the kindness conundrum is. I’m wondering what the problem is with being kind. All the evidence points to the fact being kind not only helps the receiver, but also the giver. So, why doesn’t everyone hop on board the kindness caboose? While there are many intense areas of
It’s amazing how grandchildren can awaken all those youthful insecurities you thought you’d overcome. Those precious parcels of perfection come with a bunch of other people and suddenly you are left questioning your importance in the scheme of things. Perhaps the greatest threat to the calm equilibrium you’ve worked so hard to achieve
Move over super mums – here comes Super Gran (and I’m not talking about the children’s series). I’ll let you in on a secret. Grandmothering isn’t all about cookies and hugs. Today’s grandmothers are juggling work, home and babysitting commitments with the flair of the best superheroes. This is a far different picture
One of the greatest gifts of grandparenting is to see and appreciate the wisdom in the children around us. Often, as parents, we are so busy doing all that needs to be done, we can overlook the lessons our children offer us. With more time for focus and contemplation, grandparents are rewarded with the
