During a series of weekly NVC family matters webinar meetings, we come together without judgement of each other. We don’t lose ourselves in each other's stories – we practice hearing with our whole being in “compassion” or “ubuntu” which means: “I am because we are” To gain full benefit from the … [Read more...]
A FREE Introduction to NVC in family matters webinar
There are times when Family life can be difficult and when it can be totally wonderful too! During this FREE webinar session, I will share how NVC has supported me through some difficult family situations, and about the transformation, I have experienced. I will explain why I decided to set-up … [Read more...]
Shut up and listen – Parent Connect!
This morning I woke up thinking how wonderful it would be writing about joy. I had such a lovely birthday yesterday. I was reminded of the simple pleasure of hearing my grandson laugh loudly. He played a game with his great uncle. My older sister arrived with food. A knock on the door interrupts us … [Read more...]
Your children are not your children
Parenting "Your just like your father, my mother, your sister etc.," why do we say these things to our children - Do we want them to be just like the people we mention or not to be like them? I invite you and me to be mindful of the way we script our children. To see who they are requires a … [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...]