One may have heard that the greater one’s expectations, the more profound the sense of letdown, but it does not have to be if we know what we want, be prepared to work towards it, with an understanding of the natural laws of life. Each individual who enters our life serves a purpose, and that purpose will continue to be…
(Here are five ways to create positive day-to-day parenting experiences for you and your child.) 1. Learn to communicate with your child: It sounds easy, but it’s one of the most challenging tasks for many parents. Communicating with your child involves talking when you need to, listening most of the time, then actively listening to both spoken and unspoken words;…
Parenting can be a stressful job and it is important to take time to detox your mind. Mindful activities such as talking about your worries and concerns with someone, a supportive friend, family or coach to gain perspective can help you to process your emotions and clear your mind. Writing down your thoughts and emotions is also a great way…
Mindful shopping and mindful living are powerful tools for promoting wellbeing, health, and a positive lifestyle. Mindfulness is the practice of being aware and present in the moment, and this can be applied to shopping and living. When shopping, we can pause to consider the effects of our purchases, from the impact on the environment to the impact on our…
All we need to learn and know about parenting are possible with patience. Parenting techniques can only yield desired results with a lot of patience. Patience fosters hope. It slows you down from reacting. It shows your children how to trust you. Patience teaches self-control, it creates confidence, it promotes decisiveness, and it rewards parents with a thoughtful outlook on…