There are few greater commitments in life than having children. Even with a loving partner by your side, the journey from a continuously crying baby to a stamping toddler and inevitably, hormonal teenager, is tough! But when that relationship falls apart and you’re left trying to wade through a stormy separation, the weight of parenthood … Read more
Some people come into our lives and stay, at least for a while. And in that time, they help and support, and care for us. They often play a significant part and enrich our lives in ways we only dreamt of. But not everyone who tries to stay, should. Some people are only in your … Read more
Most of us, at some point, have sat questioning the meaning of life. It often happens at the most inconvenient of times, such as in the middle of the night. And consequently, leaves us restless and unable to sleep. Why are we born? What is our purpose in life? And do penguins have knees? (which … Read more
As parents and carers, we spend a lot of time trying to instill good habits into our kids. Gentle reminders to say please and thank you, to not interrupt, and to keep their elbows off the table at dinner are important life skills. These small people rely entirely on our say-so, on our knowledge of … Read more
Moving on. Two small words. Three short syllables. And a whirlwind of raw emotions that quickly gather speed, bringing panic and upset across your whole life. And this is perfectly normal. No one likes having to start over. But no matter how hard you try to bury your head in the sand, the most positive … Read more
Life is undoubtedly full of ups and downs. One minute you’re on cloud nine, blissfully happy with the world around you… And the next, wondering what’s the point as you stare into your morning cup of coffee. Why does life have to be so difficult? Why does every road have to be bumpy? And why … Read more
There are days when motivation only stretches as far as the sofa. The comfies are on, the remote is handy, and the ice cream tub is calling your name. And why the heck not? It’s good to just kick back now and then. But sometimes, that comfy slump can become way too familiar. And the … Read more
Whilst we all need to put ourselves first from time to time, there’s a fine line between a little self-care and just being plain selfish. But for some people, that line may as well not exist. It’s all about them because their problems are bigger than yours. Their highs are higher than yours. And their … Read more
If you’re a ‘Yes’ person, it can be difficult to set boundaries. Pleasing other people becomes a priority, and in doing so, you often put your own wants or needs aside. ‘Yes, I’ll work overtime tonight, no problem.” Or “Yes, I can cancel my plans. It wasn’t a big deal anyway”, even though, deep down, … Read more
Whether you’ve known since a small child what you wanted to do with your life, or, like many of us, are just figuring it out in our 20s, 30s, or beyond, it’s good to have goals. It’s good to have hopes and aspirations: They bring drive, direction, and if achieved, a sense of accomplishment. And … Read more