Are Your Child’s Emotions Getting In The Way Of Their Success?

by Dr. Scott Zarcinas   Emotions should come with some kind of warning when we are born, and the warning should be: Buyer beware—emotions are powerful! Emotions can be the fuel driving you toward success, or they can be the… Continue Reading >

RFDS helps alleviate children’s fears with teddy bear clinic

Going to any medical environment can be a daunting experience for children but there are ways to help alleviate their fears. As a Child and Family Mental Health Clinician (Play Therapist) with the RFDS one of the ways I’ve done… Continue Reading >

The Top Fears Children Face When Starting Swimming Lessons, and how to Overcome Them.

Written by Kingswim Area Manager, Anne Brown   Winter may seem like the least ideal time for a dip in the pool, but even when the months turn cold, swimming lessons must be a top priority. There a summer of… Continue Reading >

Drinking Mindfully Over Christmas

T’is the season to be jolly. Festive cheer is all around and parties are in full flow. But getting into the spirits (quite literally) can leave us feeling flat. Drinking more mindfully might be the answer. So, how can we… Continue Reading >

Sociological and psychological reasons why children lie and how to support them not to lie.

One of the forefront reasons children tell lies is saving self or what in psychology we know as self-preservation. The fear of disappointing those in whom eyes they want to be seen as good. Socially, imagine letting down those that… Continue Reading >

Coping with Failure in Children

Each parent wants their child to be successful in whatever they do in life but in order to set them up on the right path, its essential for parents to know that failure also plays a major role when it… Continue Reading >

Banning Secrets – A News Years Resolution

For many of us, sharing a secret with a friend or family member was a normal part of our childhood. The idea of being entrusted with a secret would conjure up feelings of delight as you furtively promised ‘never to… Continue Reading >

The Joy of Grilling with Kids

The enjoyment and value of teaching kids and teens how to cook also should be extended to the brilliance of the barbecue. Making sure that safety is paramount, children should get ensconced in the joy of barbecuing by understanding different… Continue Reading >

How to Stop Fear Holding You Back

Imagine that every day when you hop into your car, you start to imagine the worst-case scenario unfolding. You focus on all the negative risks: the potential car accidents, the speeding fines, an airbag blowing up by mistake, or a… Continue Reading >

Raising Brave Kids as an Anxious Parent

Being brave doesn’t mean that you are not afraid. Being brave means to keep your own fear and anxiety under control, and not curtail your children’s freedom to develop. Some people find that easier than others. Some cannot let go… Continue Reading >