Do you have too much to do? At times like this, it's hard to get anything done! It's like we are forever adding tasks to a to-do list, and even small steps aren't enough to give us some relief. Do …
Are you angry? Try this before you lash out.
Anger is a normal, human emotion, but it's never out first response to something. Anger is a secondary feeling, triggered by another experience - like failure, fear of rejection, injustice, or loss of …
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How the heck do I practice mindfulness?
"Just stop and breathe. Easy, relax. Everything is fine." I stress - a lot. So when people tell me to take a deep breath, my first reaction isn't to pause and thank them. Instead, I tense up, get …
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Emotions aren’t bad ( we just need to understand them)
It's funny how we think some emotions are 'good' and others are 'bad'. Feelings of happiness, relaxation and peace are often seen as 'good'. It's our go-to answer when someone says, 'How was your …
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How to calm your child (and yourself) during a meltdown
You are in the middle of a play ground, and your child is having a fully-fledged meltdown. There are angry tears, screaming, and no matter what you do, your child won't stop. What do you do? You have …
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How Bluey teaches us to process big feelings
The new series of Aussie cartoon Bluey just aired, and with it kids - and adults - everywhere are excited! Telling the story of seven-year-old blue heeler dog 'Bluey' and her family, younger sister …
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