Turning To Comfort Food To Cope?
In a recent episode of my podcast, my guest mentioned that emotional eating is just one response to stress, a short term escape from whatever ...
Read More 3 fundamental ideas to boost kids’ happiness through gratitude
More than just a nice feeling, gratitude is integral to happiness. If we can inspire and cultivate it in our kids, we’re doing so much ...
Read More Perfectionism in kids can be unhealthy – here’s how to respond
A few years ago I was lying on the floor with our son watching him draw. He was about 6 at the time. He was ...
Read More Thoughts are not facts
I want to start by putting your mind at ease. If your child or teenager is having thoughts that are frightening and upsetting, or what ...
Read More It’s vital our babies see lots of smiles, even if we’re depressed
My anxiety was palpable when I was admitted to the mother baby unit (MBU) with our daughter 6 years ago for anxiety and much needed ...
Read More Teaching kids about money is good for their mental health
Pocket money – time for change? Australian’s worry a lot about money. Angst over personal finances has been the number one cause of stress in ...
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