I'm currently in Greece, where emotions are high because of the crisis, but this is not the only situation affecting the temperature of the people in Athens, it’s so damn hot! The sun is sizzling at an all time high and it’s really difficult to keep cool. I understand fully why having a siesta is … [Read more...]
Drug addiction in the family
It's difficult to believe that it is one year and 8 months since my brother died, today was his birthday. I miss him every day. It isn't so easy for me to share on subjects like this, that have touched my own life. My deep sadness and shame about the topic, hindered me getting the support I … [Read more...]
Children learn what they live
Children live what they learn If a child lives with criticism He learns to condemn If a child lives with hostility He learns to fight If a child lives with ridicule He learns to be shy If a child lives with shame He learns to feel guilty If a child lives with tolerance He … [Read more...]
Who’s got the guts it takes not to indoctrinate?
Ellen Duthie guest blogger tells us about the a new resource she has developed with Daniela Marathon. Cruelty Bites, is the first box of visual philosophy cards created for wondering and pondering some extremely important "big" questions with children. I bought it and spent some time together with … [Read more...]
The magical remedy for grief and loss
Yesterday, I read on the internet about the passing of Phil Churchill, Management, marketing & PR consultant, coach, trainer & journalist. Phil was someone I loved to have contact with he was full of heart, wise and passionate about his work. He was kind and had a fabulous sense humour. We … [Read more...]
Why is it important to say goodbye?
“ Is it best to say goodbye to our child, instead of sneaking away when he plays happily in his childcare setting?" This is the question that one mother posted in an online discussion. "When we say goodbye he gets very upset and it takes him 5 or 10 minutes to settle. Whereas, when we sneak out … [Read more...]