Tag Archives: respect

The new school year has started and your child may have a new teacher or may be starting high school, or perhaps your teen has a new English teacher this year. Whatever it may be, they will be spending the… Continue Reading >

The festive season represents many good things for most people. Family time, laughter, celebration, gifts and generally hanging with close friends and family. It also represents tough times for others – people who are alone and don’t have families or… Continue Reading >

If your child tells you they want to be a musician, you encourage them to learn an instrument. If they tell you they want to be the next Ash Barty, you sign them up for tennis lessons. Perhaps they come… Continue Reading >

As a young child develops into a grown-up, there are numerous influences that shape him as an individual. Each interaction with a fellow human being leaves a lasting impression on the child. Such influence on character is not wielded by… Continue Reading >

Whether it’s your first pet or you already have a family pet, it can be tricky knowing when’s the best time to bring a new pet into your family. The bond created between pets and their owners can be one… Continue Reading >

by Susan Taylor   The library was such a magical place to me when I was growing up. I have so many happy memories going there with my mum and spending hours discovering and reading new stories in such a… Continue Reading >

One of the best gifts you can give to your kid is the gift of a healthy body image! Here’s why. The image kids hold of themselves has so much to do with their overall mental and physical health and… Continue Reading >

By: Steve Wakerley   The impact of bullying can be devastating to the self-esteem and mental health of children, with effects that can last a lifetime.  Disturbingly, the incidence of bullying is increased for children with disabilities. Research has found… Continue Reading >

Violence against women is preventable because we know that the cycle of violence starts with disrespect. Violence stems from sexist attitudes and disrespect of women and girls such as: that women and girls aren’t as good as men and boys, don’t deserve… Continue Reading >

Diving into the dating pool after marriage can be equally an exciting and daunting process. Sadly, there isn’t a perfect prescription telling you how to date well after separation. Rachael Scharrer, Separation Strategist and Life Change Counsellor at Divorce Answered… Continue Reading >