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How to Get Business Online (part 1)
submitted on January 22, 2009 8:47 PM
First post of "How to Get Business Online". If you are a business owner looking to offer your products or services on a website, this primer takes you step-by-step to success and profits.
Be Happy in LIFE enspiration - June 2006 - Navigating Through Life
submitted on January 29, 2009 2:22 AM
Every person in the universe is searching for happiness. Looking for that one “map” that everyone else is looking for, the one we think will fit us all.Therefore, we each use a differen...
Food for Thought – Fighting Obesity with Happiness -- Family Matters
submitted on January 30, 2009 8:27 PM
Obesity statistics increase every year and if. Many overweight people are shocked when their health care professional tells them they are obese. Houston, we have a problem!
If You Think You Can or Think You Can’t, You Are Right - The Story of Marina -- Family Matters
submitted on January 30, 2009 8:37 PM
“I have been taking anti-depressants for 21 years, but now I want to stop. Will you help me?” she asked. During coaching, Marina stopped her medication. She goes out and has happy relat...
Laughter Therapy – Do It Yourself! -- Family Matters
submitted on January 30, 2009 8:45 PM
There is a whole new science now dealing with the importance of laughter to our wellbeing. Terminally ill people watch funny movies to heal themselves. There are courses where you can learn to laug...
To Teach is To Touch a Life Forever -- Family Matters
submitted on January 30, 2009 10:15 PM
My clients say I need to work for the Education Department to get people to become teachers. They think I can convince anyone, even those who don't like kids, to teach. Education is the best j...
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire -- Family Matters
submitted on January 30, 2009 10:26 PM
Chris parked his blue Mercedes and came in. “I wanted a Mercedes so much", he said, "But now I feel uncomfortable driving it. I am depressed and sad”. If you had a million dol...
Incentives to Change the Divorce Rate -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 10:00 PM
A lot more money is dedicated to families who divorce. They need double of everything - accommodation, child benefits, (mental) health support, etc. We should give couples who are still together a...
Teen(r)age: In Search of Love and Uniqueness -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 10:12 PM
Many parents report fear and doubt regarding their parenting when their children reach teen age. Instead of getting closer to their children, their child's first teen birthday marks the format...
Travelling with Kids - Expanding the Horizon -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 10:39 PM
Traveling is a great experience for us all. Kids can benefit from travelling even more than grownups. With technology today, we think we can experience life through the screens of our TV and our co...
Anorexia – Dying to Be Thin! -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 10:59 PM
I recently spent some time coaching a woman suffering from Anorexia Nervosa. She weighed 32kg! Records show that eating disorders are increasingly seen in kids as young as 10. What can we do about ...
Intellectual Motivation and the Power of “Why?” -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 11:17 PM
As part of my personal growth journey, I have been studying other personal development gurus like Steve Pavlina. In one of his articles he talks about the difference between emotional and intellect...
Windows of the Heart -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 11:39 PM
For most of us, the word "judgment" has bad connotations. It is almost equivalent to criticism. In the personal growth process, we aim to find out: are we allowed to judge? Is it good for...
Do We Have Enemies? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 11:52 PM
What is an enemy? The dictionary says: One who feels hatred toward, intends injury to, or opposes the interests of someone else; a foe. But I think there is no such a thing, because no one wants t...
At What Age Can Children Recognise Left From Right Hand? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 2, 2009 11:59 PM
Kids can tell left from right as early as 3 years. Every kid has a vocabulary of words in their brain. For every kid the bank is a different size. Some kids need to hear a word 700 hundred times be...
Teens Don’t Stand a Chance Against the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy -- Family Matters
submitted on February 3, 2009 12:23 AM
Jennifer Satterwhite wrote a post called “Parenting a teen and other things that make you stupid”. Parents interpreting things their teens do as negative and disrespectful do not leave...
“The Ten Commandments of Being the Parent of a Teen” - Revised Edition -- Family Matters
submitted on February 3, 2009 1:53 AM
Our kids are like mirrors of us, reflecting back everything we do. Parenting teens is no different to parenting younger kids. Teens are just much larger mirrors. I have amended the Ten Commandments...
Who’s Afraid of Teens Using Drugs? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 3, 2009 7:40 PM
Research shows that one of the most effective ways to prevent young people from using drugs is a devoted parent who spends time with them. But how do we get to be our teens' friends?
What Am I Missing In Life? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 8:07 PM
Our lives are not ones of accepting what we have. It is more wanting what we do not have instead of appreciating what is in front of us.
What Choice Do I Have? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 9:34 PM
If you feel overwhelmed and are asking yourself, "What choice do I have?" Remember: various things happen to us that we cannot control but we can always choose our attitude toward them
How Do You Force A 17-Year Old Boy To Go To School? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 9:48 PM
You cannot force teens to go to school. Occasionally, leaving school is the greatest thing that ever happened to them.
Mother Of Three Flirting With Her High School Sweetheart -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 9:59 PM
I am a mother of three, I still flirt with my high school sweetheart and boyfriend and I am proud of it! In fact, I suggest this to all of you! Is it OK or not? I will let you be the judge
Music For The Mind -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 10:13 PM
Children studying music from as early as grade 4 get to their first year of high school with an average academic score that is 11% higher than kids who did not study music
Parenting - A Rewarding Career -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 10:23 PM
A parenting career requires no interviews or application forms and is one of the most demanding and rewarding careers. We discover that we need abilities for it that we cannot find at school
Suicide Rate Is Rising – Time To Wake Up! -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 10:35 PM
Suicide is not discussed often but it is vital to do it BEFORE it is too late. By the time suicide happens it is too late. Parents and educators must dedicate themselves to preventing it
The Gift of The Dyslexic Child -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 10:49 PM
Dyslexia is often mistaken for a title for learning difficulties. Dyslexic children compensate for their missing abilities by showing talents like artistic, physical or social talents
What Is The Right Age Gap For Siblings To Have Good Relationship? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 11:34 PM
What is the right age gap between siblings? There is no such a thing as the “right age gap”. Every family has its own “right gap”. Whether you would rather 2 or 6 years
Young Kids and Money -- Family Matters
submitted on February 10, 2009 11:44 PM
Handling money is something we all need long before we leave home. Young children can learn about money from as early as three. There are strategies to teach your kids to handle their money
A Holistic Approach To Holiday Blues -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 12:11 AM
The holidays bring pressures but they are a great time to make changes. Do something different, lose the baggage from the year before and start the new year with a clean slate
Beware of Pink Elephants -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 12:32 AM
Our brain is very sophisticated, but as it turns out it can’t understand negatives. Words like “no”, not” or “don’t” simply get ignored. Focus on the thing...
Do You Really Believe That Setting A Goal Is Enough In Order To Achieve It? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 12:41 AM
If all we needed in order for our goals to come true was to want them that would be great. But action is the ultimate way towards growth and change, whether internal or external
14 Tips To Protect Your Kids Online -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 11:23 PM
The Internet is a interesting world of discoveries, great exploration and yes, some danger. Help your kids become aware of the advantages and disadvantages of using the Internet
Interview with Ronit Baras on her new book "In the Outback with Jasmine Banks" -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 11:29 PM
Following the release of her book "In the Outback with Jasmine Banks", here is an interview with Ronit Baras about her inspiring story of a woman's journey to freedom
Diagnosing Learning Difficulties and Gifted Children in the Early Years -- Family Matters
submitted on February 11, 2009 11:43 PM
A proactive approach to gifted children or children with learning difficulties allows time for preparation, good use of the resources such as teachers and parents
Is It Possible For Kids To Take Responsibility For Their Own Learning? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 12, 2009 12:40 AM
It is possible for parents to give their kids the skills to take responsibility for their own learning. They will learn easier and better and they will thank you for it later
How to Stimulate Visual Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on February 12, 2009 1:39 AM
Visual kids have a combination of a video-and-stills camera in their heads. They like to see things. Here are some ideas to help visual kids learn more effectively
FREE HUGS for Christmas 2007 -- Family Matters
submitted on February 12, 2009 1:48 AM
Just before the holidays and the start of a new year, we went to Southbank Parklands in Brisbane to share some genuine holiday cheer with free hugs and some good friends
How to Beat those Pink Elephants -- Family Matters
submitted on February 13, 2009 12:50 AM
There are two parts to making a change from using negative language to a positive language. The first is to understand how we’re programmed and the second is to do something different
Is It Better to Be Poor and Happy or Wealthy and Miserable? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 13, 2009 1:23 AM
Is It Better to Be Poor and Happy or Wealthy and Miserable? It is not true that money makes you either happier or more miserable, it simply magnifies the situation that already exists
My Ex’s Wedding -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 6:57 PM
If you have to go to an ex’s wedding, sometimes it is hard. Push the NEXT button and move on. Look ahead to the future. Find that unique someone else who will spark up your life
Who Am I? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 7:30 PM
What we think about ourselves is called "Self Concept". To discover your self-concept ask yourself: Who am I? Every persons response is different. But how do we form self concept?
Will Marriage Kill Our Relationship? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 7:48 PM
When a friend gets married, what is the best way to ensure the friendship remains the same? Will his or her marriage kill our friendship? Tips for dealing with a friends marriage.
Happy Parents Raise Happy Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 8:23 PM
Parenting is undoubtedly the most challenging adventure. Parents and their happiness influence their children so we need to invest in parents to promote happy parents and happy kids
How to Stimulate Auditory Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 8:30 PM
Auditory kids pay the most attention to sounds. Here are some suggestions that will help auditory (kids|children) learn better, be happier and love learning.
Things I Want My Kids to Know: Shoot! -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 8:44 PM
You want your children to aim high. To know that they should have a dream and they should give it a try. If they try they might succeed, but if they don’t, there isn’t even a chance
The Parent as a Life Coach -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 8:54 PM
The best parenting is when the kids’ best interest is the main concern. A good system is that of being your kids' life coach. Here are some of the rules, 100% applicable in parenting
The Truth? You Can’t Handle the Truth! -- Family Matters
submitted on February 15, 2009 9:04 PM
Truth is a concept we have in our minds. It can be erased or embraced. What others consider to be their “truth” has a way of trickling into our minds. Here is how…
Permission to Shine -- Family Matters
submitted on February 16, 2009 11:10 PM
Each and every one of us is a light that shines brightly. Over time, we dim and fade. Coaching is simply one of the tools that help us turn our lights back on
What Do I Want? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 16, 2009 11:55 PM
If you want to know what you want from life, ask yourself, "What is the passion that makes me get up in the morning? What drives me?" Do the things you love in life!
The Hospital Window -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 12:59 AM
I was sent this story from a good friend (Thank you, Norm) and thought I would share it here, because it touched my heart and I wanted it to touch yours.
Be a Good Sport! (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 1:54 AM
Taking part in sport is very important for every child (and parent). Sporting activities can teach kids a lot. If we are not careful kids can learn the wrong things
Be a Good Sport! (part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 2:01 AM
This is the second part of “Be a Good Sport!” which includes the last 5 things we need to do as parents to make sure our kids take the positive out of sports rather than the negative
Happy Kids Learn Better -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 2:10 AM
Kids’ happiness has a huge impact on academic achievement. Happy children learn better and do better at school and even later in life
Kids and Humour -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 2:19 AM
Humour has many benefits in children’s development. Use humour at home and help your children understand it better
Teens Today Aren’t Like We Used to Be -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 2:27 AM
Parents think of their teen as spoilt while maintaining that when they were teens, children were much better behaved. A recent study describes this belief as a complete misconception
The War on ADHD -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 2:53 AM
There is always a better way to “cure” concentration problems and hyperactive behaviour than medication. There are ways to make children perform better and feel better.
The Be Happy in LIFE Kids’ Coaching Program -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 3:06 AM
The Be Happy in LIFE kids life coaching program emphasises emotional intelligence and is based on parents as an important tool
Are Your Ready? -- Family Matters
submitted on February 17, 2009 8:28 PM
Nothing in our outer world can be recognised if we are not ready. It needs to be the right time, the right circumstances and the right mindset for us to pay attention
Let Go of Your Bananas! -- Family Matters
submitted on February 18, 2009 11:52 PM
Letting go of limiting beliefs is one of the hardest things in the process of change. We keep them only for our own certainty, but they don’t always serve us well.
Teen Birthday Parties - Who Needs Them Anyway? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 10:12 PM
Remind your teenagers not to give up on what is important to them. Help them be true to themselves and experience success at being special and true to their values
How to Choose a Day Care Centre? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 10:33 PM
Choosing a day care centre for our kids requires self-testing. No doubt, the right choice can establish our kids' happiness and can, in time, save us a great deal of energy and heartache
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 4) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 10:57 PM
Many things such as education, family, friends, etc affect our beliefs and in turn our life’s journey. We go through life using our beliefs as a guide, whether they are right or not
Should my child repeat a year at school or not? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 11:04 PM
This question usually comes up after parents are informed by the teacher that their child is behind. Although the indication is academic, the problem is most often emotional
Super Kids - When Academic Success is Just a Side Effect -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 11:15 PM
For super kids who do the things they enjoy, time is flexible. They are in the ‘zone’. They seem to cram in so many things and yet still to well academically
Would You Say "No" to Violence Against Children? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 11:37 PM
When we use negative words like ‘no’ or ‘not’, our brain does not notice and we merely promote the things we do not want to happen. Say what you DO want instead of what you ...
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 4) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 11:48 PM
The people around you leave their mark on your life by contributing to your self esteem and self image. The closer they are the more influence they have
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 2, 2009 11:52 PM
Many things such as education, family, friends, etc affect our beliefs and in turn our life’s journey. We go through life using our beliefs as a guide, whether they are right or not
What Are You Saying to Your Teens? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 3, 2009 12:04 AM
When you tell your kids NOT to do things, what are you really telling them? Focus on the things you DO want them to do
100 Things I Want to Do in My Lifetime -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 7:43 PM
Every person dreams about enormous happiness, a time when we do only the things we want. Make a list of 100 things you would like to do in your lifetime, to guide you on your way
34 Life Lessons I Have Learned -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 7:51 PM
I have learned that life is short. You never know when will be the last day of your life. If there is anything you know you will regret not doing or saying, do it or say it now!
Save Your Marriage (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 8:05 PM
Often times, couples rush to divorce, blaming their partner and forgetting the good times. Here are the first three reasons why couples divorce and how they can be solved
Sleep Over All Year -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 8:15 PM
During school holidays, the younger children wanted to sleep over in Eden's room, leaving their room empty|bare. They prefer sleeping together to comfort and privacy
5 Common Parenting Mistakes -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 8:30 PM
Here are 5 things parents do a lot - which (invariably|always } get them into difficulty with their kids - and a good solution for each of them
Hugging Babies is Not Enough -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 8:45 PM
Touch is essential for people’s growth, wellbeing and self-esteem in every stage of life. The early years are definitely crucial but by no means the only source of low self-esteem
Little MacGyvers - Kids Who Talk to Themselves -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 8:56 PM
Sometimes when you are going down the street you see people talking to themselves. Auditory people use this to sort their thoughts and reduce stress. It’s completely normal
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 7) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 9:09 PM
When kids see that other families live differently, they always come home with tough questions. If you answer them confidently, they will be confident in the way things work at home
Whose Turn Is It to Wash the Dishes? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 10:20 PM
Many fights between parents and kids are related to household chores which they think belong to certain family members only. Teach your kids to share the tasks and work together
Let’s Divorce After I Get My Period -- Family Matters
submitted on March 5, 2009 10:30 PM
Sometimes after a huge argument, you feel like it’s the end and you just can’t go on with your partner anymore. But ladies, check your calendars because it could be PMS…
Like a Virgin -- Family Matters
submitted on March 8, 2009 10:23 PM
Little kids have an unwavering determination to achieve the things they want to. Thank Goodness for them showing us the power of focus and motivation
Save Your Marriage (part 5) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 12:43 AM
Marriage is one of the easiest “contracts” to break and yet leaves the most lasting damage for everyone. The emotional pain is great for both the partners and their children
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 10) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 12:51 AM
Assertive people have sets of beliefs that assist them to be assertive. If you want to discover what you need to do to become an assertive person, examine your beliefs
60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 12:57 AM
According to scientists, stress is the number one cause of mental and physical problems in humans in the 21st century. Here are 10 tips to de-stress
Are Your Kids Stress-Free? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:04 AM
For children, Mom and Dad are role models. If Mom and Dad live in stress, the kids adopt the same behaviour because they do not know any better way. Help your kids be stress free
Divorcing Your Parents (Poll) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:12 AM
What is your relationship with your parents like? Awful? Good/Excellent? Show your circumstances in this poll
Mom Breaks Guinness World Record -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:21 AM
We are proud of our kids because we take part in helping them succeed, so whenever we are proud, we reward ourselves for our success with a good feeling
Parenting the Socrates Way (Part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:36 AM
Questions are very useful tools for parents and can be effectively used to establish a good parent/child relationship. Use ‘open’ questions and actually listen to the answer
Sarcasm - The Weapon of Helplessness -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:46 AM
Sarcasm is the weapon of disempowered people. To find out when you are being sarcastic in your life and overcome it, here are some things you can do...
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 11) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 9, 2009 1:55 AM
Parents who are on a quest to have happy kids, need to take into consideration that much of their kid’s self-esteem is developed during childhood. Help your kids be happy
97 Positive Thoughts for Your Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 11, 2009 10:41 PM
Parents want to give their kid everything their kid want. Happy thoughts and an optimistic mindset are the tools to give it to them. Here is a list of thoughts you want your kids to have
Best Parenting Quotes -- Family Matters
submitted on March 11, 2009 11:59 PM
Here are some quotes about parenting and being a parent. Some are funny and some are touching. Pick the ones you like and read them until you feel they are part of you
Things I Have Personally Learned from Bob Proctor -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 12:49 AM
A free evening with Bob Proctor taught me all there is to know about the laws of attraction. Here is how…
55 Ways to Save the Environment and Make a Difference -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 12:56 AM
As parents, I believe we have the duty to teach our children to care for our world. And it is easier than most people think. Here are some tips to make a difference
60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 1:04 AM
Join in for the next 10 tips in the "60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle" series. Welcome to the third part of the series and I hope you find these tips to be valuable and effective
10 Ways to Encourage Your Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:02 PM
Research have suggested that academic success is not a result of natural born talent but a result of persistence, encouragement and motivation to do well. Encourage you kids
Crazy Relationships -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:06 PM
Is loving your spouse enough to make your relationship work? Yes! Read below about how to make it work…
How to Be Happy in Life -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:19 PM
In every moment of your life, you can choose whether to be happy or not. Here are some pointers to help you find your happiness.
Just A Little Bit More -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:25 PM
Success depends on the ability to move forward and requires persistence. Successful people do not fail less, they just get up more.
Wealth Education for Teens -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:33 PM
In teen years, wealth is "a grownup word" and doesn’t represent much. To hand teens the understanding of wealth, parents need to understand it first.
Why Do We Need Crazy Artists? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:39 PM
Why are thriving artists so unusual? Musicians, painters, authors, etc. Why do they have strange names, or why do they dress weirdly?
How Do You Fall in Love? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:43 PM
What are the steps to falling in love with someone?
It Won’t Happen to Me -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:50 PM
In extreme cases of violence, extreme illness or terrible accidents, when you hear the story, your first reaction is, “It won’t happen to me”, but is that true?
Learning Styles -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 8:55 PM
Understanding your kids’ learning styles can be a great help for life, both for you and your kids. The common belief that there is one way of learning is really far from the truth
Inspiring True Story for Parents -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 9:01 PM
A couple of weeks ago, I delivered a Parenting Skills workshop for the Mullumbimby High School parents and friends. Have a look and share in the great story
7 Easy Steps To Detox Your Life -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 9:11 PM
Many people wake up one day feeling sick and tired of the way things are. Negative thoughts are poisonous and manifest themselves in physical illness. Here are 7 steps to detox your life
In The Outback With Jasmine - Journey to Freedom -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 9:19 PM
Personal development is the result of continuous progress towards our desired life. Read my book "In the Outback with Jasmine Banks - Journey to Freedom" and see how Jasmine did it
Knowledge or Attitude? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 9:47 PM
For many years, knowledge was thought to be the ultimate factor for success in life. Today when you are trying to choose what to teach your kids choose attitude over knowlege
Overnight Success -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 9:57 PM
If you read a promotion that sells you “overnight success”, beware! No once succeeds overnight. Success is like a ladder, and you need to climb every rung to get to the top
Why Do People Say “I Love You” And Not Mean It? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 10:03 PM
“My husband recently said he did not love me anymore. He said he had not loved me for a long time. It hurts to hear that. Why would he do that?” Why do people do that?
The ADHD Myth -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 10:18 PM
Over the past 20 years there has been inflation in ADHD cases. kids simply have low motivation to do the things they are told, annoying as that may be, it is not a neurobehavioral disorder
Water – Culture vs. Conscience? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 10:55 PM
I watched “Water” a while ago and it occupied my mind for a time after. It was a movie about widows in India. It reminds us of the importance of questioning and updating our moral
How To Have Great Skin -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:08 PM
Many people ask me about my great skin. Here are some tips to help you maintain your health and make you skin look great
I Hate Homework! or How To Convince The 6 "Officers" -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:13 PM
Sometimes when I give my clients activities to do at home, I find myself having this negative feeling towards homework. Why do we do homework?
Heroes -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:20 PM
Fear works like a survival instinct. In a sense, fear helps protect us from danger. We have reached a point where we see danger even in places where it doesn’t not exist
The Story of Mike -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:32 PM
This is Mike’s story and how he turned his marriage around. If you keep doing what you’ve always done, you will keep getting what you have always gotten. Make a change
7 Easy Secrets of Behaviour Management -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:38 PM
Behaviour management seems to be a big part of parenting. Here are some pointers to prevent behaviour problems from occurring in the first place
Don’t You Hate Pushy Parents? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:50 PM
Parents of smart kids often worry that if they ask the teacher for extra work the teacher will think they are pushy. But what is more important, your image, or your child’s education?
How to Stimulate Digital Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 12, 2009 11:59 PM
Digital [kids|children} have an outstanding ability to notice patterns, structures, rules and processes. Here are some tips that will help young digital kids learn better
How to Stimulate Kinaesthetic Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:04 AM
Kinaesthetic children needs to move in order to think. Here are some tips that will help young kinaesthetic kids learn better
How to Fill Your Love Tank -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:10 AM
At a parenting workshop I did there was a discussion about touch between to show affection. In order for parents to pass love on to their children, they need to feel loved themselves
How to Be Happy in LIFE with a simple "Thank you!" -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:14 AM
Surprise, surprise, but saying "Thank you!" can alter your life. Research described by Alvaro Fernandez has found that gratitude can change your health and general well-being
Memorial Day - The Last Christmas -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:18 AM
Remember to tell the people you love that you love them, because it could suddenly be too late. I learnt this the hard way. Here are the lessons I learnt
Things I want my kids to know: I will come! -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:34 AM
One day I was on the beach in Koh Samui in Thailand and an elderly man told me this great story. Remember to tell your kids how much you love them.
Meditation - A Great Way to Unwind -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:46 AM
200 years ago, collecting information was the way to go. But in the world we live in we are overwhelmed by the amount of information thrown our way. Sometimes we need a break
Angels of Love and Demons of Fear -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 12:58 AM
Here is a nice story I was told once about finding happiness in life and keeping the fears at bay. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did
Dare to Dream -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 1:12 AM
A long time ago I was told to write down what kind of kids I wanted. When I looked at my note some years later when I looked at it, my dream came true. Dare to dream
Check Your Temperature on Valentine’s Day -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 1:18 AM
Valentine's Day is a day for reflection. For some people, it is a sad day. When we cannot keep the heat in our relationships, they fail. Check your relationships on Valentine’s Day
ADHD Must Be Contagious -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 1:25 AM
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is very trendy. Let me attempt to give you some reasons for this inflation in the diagnosis of ADHD
Happy Parents - The Magic Formula for Happy Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 1:32 AM
There are a lot of resources dedicated to children. Money, time and effort. But parents are the greatest influences of all. We should help them be the best parents they can be
Kids are Like Fish -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 1:51 AM
For kids to be happy, they need to have boundaries. They might get mad at the time, but they’ll thank you for it later
Proud as a Peacock -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 2:00 AM
In parenting, pride is the best reward. It helps us convince ourselves parenting is meaningful. Be proud of your kids and they will give you great reason to be prouder
Kids Coaching? Of Course! -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 2:03 AM
Why wait until your kids are 40 and depressed? Is it not better to give them a head start in life? With life coaching you kids can develop effective habits before its too late
Self Esteem Mini-Course (Part 12) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 3:23 AM
Since launching this course, I have had many questions about the definition of self-esteem. So I have decided to ask the experts.
Parenting the Socrates Way (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 13, 2009 3:28 AM
Questions go straight to the subconscious and stimulate thinking. Get yourself familiar with all types of questions to help you use positive, challenging and encouraging questions
11 Tips for Developing Healthy Eating Habits -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 9:11 PM
Nowadays, when there are so many temptations, it makes it harder to eat healthy. Fortunately, the younger the kids, the easier it is to establish healthy eating habits
My kids don’t eat the food I make. What should I do? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 9:17 PM
Kids' eating habits are very important for parents and it is very frustrating to prepare food and find out your kids do not like it. Here are some tips to help you out
Networking for Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 11:08 PM
Nowadays, networking is synonymous with success. It is more “who you know” than “what you know”. Teach your kids the skill of networking to help them in life
Optimism or "What’s the big fuss about Emotional Intelligence (Emotional Quotient)?" -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 11:18 PM
IQ versus EQ. Is it better to be smarter or optimistic? Research and my own experience have shown that it is better to be emotionally rather than academically smart
Should I Choose a Single-sex or Mixed School for My Child? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 11:33 PM
Single-sex schools originated during the 18th century when there were all-boys schools. Here are some pros and cons for single-sex and mixed schools. Ultimately, the choice is yours
Your Kids Are as Smart as You Believe Them to Be -- Family Matters
submitted on March 15, 2009 11:46 PM
How many experiences could you have given your kids but didn’t because you didn’t believe they were able to do them? Remember, your kids are as clever as you believe they are
Four Blessings from the Fairies -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 12:21 AM
If life were a fairytale and you were a fairy, what are the four biggest and best things you would bless your child with? Remember these blessings and tell them to your children often
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 12:28 AM
I believe that every parent wants their kids to have high self-esteem; Here is the 1st of a few posts over the coming weeks about self-esteem, what it is and how to increase it
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 12:41 AM
I believe that every parent wants their kids to have positive self-esteem; Here is the 2st of a few posts about self-esteem, about how schools promote low self-esteem in children
100 Questions You Should Ask Yourself as a Parent -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 12:53 AM
Most people do not have a parenting philosophy. First they act and than they find reasons for their actions. Here are one hundred questions parents should ask themselves
Expect to Be a Happy Parent -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 1:08 AM
If your expectations as a parent are too high and are not fulfilled, you will be disappointed and unhappy.Setting realistic and empowering expectations can make you a happy parent.
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 5) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 1:25 AM
Just like cars that need to be serviced every once in a while, so too do us humans. We need to take care of ourselves ever |so often|now and then} to feel good, fresh and lively
14 Ways to Teach Your Kids Resilience -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 1:30 AM
As much as we would like to defend our kids from the difficulties in life, we cannot! But we can give our kids the tools to recover from difficulty when it hits.
Are Your Kids All The Same? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 1:44 AM
Kids in every family are different, this is a fact. Many parents find it challenging to deal with different kids in the house because of the belief that kids all behave the same
How To Help Your Fat Kid -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 1:54 AM
Overweight kids and low self-image almost go hand in hand. Kids who are overweight need a healthy, reasonable eating plan without damaging their already damaged self-image
Research Says: Friends Improve Sibling Relationships -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 2:08 AM
Dr. Laurie Kramer says that a child's socialization before the arrival of a sibling can predict a more positive relationship for them. Help your kids have good relationships
So Your Kid is Overweight. Now What? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 2:20 AM
"Fat" kids suffer a lot from problems associated with being overweight. Help your kids think good things about themselves
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 6) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 2:28 AM
Last week, we met Eli, my mechanic, and talked about his checklist for car repairs. Well, here (at last) is a self-esteem checklist – rate yourself from 1 to 10
Weddings, Love and Marriage -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 2:39 AM
My daughter’s teacher was celebrating her wedding and on the card I word “Happy Wedding Day”. Here are some tips to help you sustain the happiness not only on your wedding day
I Have a Teen Daughter and I Am Scared -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 2:52 AM
You never know when your kids will use the advice you give them, but when they need it, it could save their lives. Here’s how it happened with my daughter.
Do Glasses Make You Smart? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 7:49 PM
Twenty years ago when I first started wearing glasses, it was generally believed that people who wear glasses are smarter. But is that true?
Pandora’s Box -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 8:01 PM
People's brains are busy thinking about the dishes, the bills, the alarm clock and the supermarket list. Once in a while, imagine the things you wish for the future
Self Esteem Mini Course (part 8) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 8:25 PM
Assertiveness is the capability to communicate without violating others. The underlying communication is “I am OK, others are OK, and I am free to express myself, as is everybody”
The Business Called "Life" -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 8:33 PM
Life is not about what happens to us, but about what we choose to do with it. If you think you can’t, you won’t but if you think you can succeed, you will
Save Your Marriage (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 9:07 PM
People who are joyfully married are a good source of inspiration to couples who struggle so let's try to learn from those who have been in "the business" of marriage for a long time
Save Your Marriage (part 4) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 9:21 PM
Individuals make couples, couples make families. When kids factor in the equation, it is a completely different journey
Self Esteem Mini Course (part 9) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 9:26 PM
Communication is a key part of everyone's life and conflicts are inevitable. No two people react the same way to all situations. Here are 32 techniques for assertiveness
Parenting the Socrates Way (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 10:01 PM
Questioning is an excellent way to gain understanding and knowledge of each other, of ourselves and the world around us. Ask your kids questions in order to understand them
Mother’s Day for Mothers-in-Law -- Family Matters
submitted on March 16, 2009 10:11 PM
My mother always said, "When you marry a person, you also marry their family", and she was right. Make sure you have good relationships with your Mother-in-Law
Snapshots -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 7:47 PM
It’s hard to measure change. Often we look in the mirror and we can't see the changes we go through. Only when we see photos from last year, can we notice the difference
60 Tips for a Stress Free Lifestyle (part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 7:53 PM
Part two of the series, "60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle". I welcome you and hope you find great tips to reduce stress in your life and move to your "happy zone"
Are We Clear? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 8:01 PM
When we talk to other people, we make assumptions or presuppositions that are based on our own experiences in life and may be totally inappropriate for someone else
Just a Little Kick to the Head -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 8:12 PM
On today’s TV, many popular and vocal television personal, sports personnel and famous actors need to support the positive aspects of human nature. Here is how it didn’t happen
Kids are Disappearing - Ideal Family Size (poll) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 8:42 PM
I have been asked many times about the ideal family size. It is strange, but the answers to this question changes every few years. What is your ideal family size?
Kids Shopping for a Feeling -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 8:47 PM
When children turn to you to ask for money, they are really trying to buy a feeling that they lack, a feeling that they think they can get from the thing they want you to buy for them
Where is the center of your home? (poll) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 9:01 PM
I always wanted a big house. Growing up in a small house made me think that having your own room was ideal, but with my family, it’s not the case. Is it true for your family?
Queen’s Birthday in Australia -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 9:08 PM
Everyone in Australia celebrates the Queen's birthday. Adopt a holiday so you can spend more time with your family
Self Esteem Mini-Course (Part 12) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 9:17 PM
Since launching this course, I have had many questions about the meaning of self-esteem. It is amazing to discover how diverse and deep the meanings can be. Take a look
Parenting the Socrates Way (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 9:31 PM
Questions go straight to the subconscious, so even if your kids do not answer immediately, the questions stimulate their thinking. Get yourself familiar with all the types of questions
Do Unto Others What Works -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 10:09 PM
"Do unto others as you would have others do unto you" is widely used by everyone as a "rule of thumb" for treating others. But people are different, so “Do unto others wha...
I Believe in Miracles. Do You? -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 10:14 PM
There is a wonderful story of a young girl who believed in miracles and I thought it was a great idea to bring it here and give you the opportunity to read it too.
Aggressive Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 10:20 PM
Not all children know they need to be easy to parent. When they are born, no one tells them they need to do all that is expected. Here are some tips on how to deal with aggressive children
Losing Your Teen 101 -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:06 PM
Teenagers have been asked about the attitudes of their parents that are the source of their negative relationships. Here are some of the things they said
Mom, I’m Bored! (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:12 PM
One of the things parents dislike hearing the most is "I'm bored". Here are some tips to keep the little ones entertained during the weekends and holidays
Mom, I’m Bored! (part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:15 PM
Yesterday, I started posting a series of one hundred suggestions for parents to keep their kids busy and happy. Today, I am adding 20 more tips and I hope you will find them helpful
Mom, I’m Bored! (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:35 PM
You are here today for the third part of the series, "Mom, I'm Bored!" with one hundred fun things you can do with your kids to keep them busy, happy and having fun
Mom, I’m Bored! (Part 4) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:39 PM
Your kids are bored, what can you do? Here are 20 more tips for games to play and activities to do
Self Esteem Mini-Course (part 13) -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:45 PM
Today, we are going to discover the way conflicts affect self-esteem and how learning to handle them well can boost self-esteem.
Your Child is an Angel in My Class -- Family Matters
submitted on March 17, 2009 11:50 PM
"Your child is an angel in my class" is something some parents find odd to hear. Kids behave differently at home. Here is the reason why…
Let Go of Your Glass -- Family Matters
submitted on March 18, 2009 12:00 AM
Holidays are essential. From time to time, we need to stop cooking, washing and cleaning, stop learning and working, we need a change. Here are some tips to let our mind take a rest
The Two-Edged Swords of Modern Life -- Family Matters
submitted on March 18, 2009 12:29 AM
As parents, one of the things we sometimes worry about is what kind of a world we will leave for our children. Look at the effects of the modern world
Magic in Little Hands -- Family Matters
submitted on March 18, 2009 12:45 AM
It was Monday morning when I brought a green sprouting container to school. A group of 3-year-olds ran towards me to see my "surprise". Here is how the magic happened…
20 Things You Should Never Say to Your Teens -- Family Matters
submitted on April 6, 2009 1:35 AM
Somewhere between parents and teens the message of love and caring get lost. The sentences we say are the same as what we hated our parents saying to us. Here are some…
4 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was 15 -- Family Matters
submitted on April 6, 2009 1:43 AM
For me, 16 was the sweetest thing there was. Life was divided into before and after - before my awakening and after it. Later on in life, there were many times when I wished I could send my 15-year...
60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle (part 5) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 7, 2009 11:20 PM
We are almost to the end of our “60 Tips for a Stress Free lifestyle”. Here are10 more tips to help you de-stress your life.
60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle (part 6) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 7, 2009 11:37 PM
This is the 6th and last part of the series "60 Tips for a Stress-Free Lifestyle", bringing you another set of ten tips to reduce stress and enjoy life
Monkey See, Monkey Do -- Family Matters
submitted on April 7, 2009 11:42 PM
If you teach kids to handle disagreements by being a good role model, you can help them enjoy life and to cope and accept the experiences in life as they come
How Do You Feel About Abortions? -- Family Matters
submitted on April 8, 2009 12:50 AM
Only 1% of abortions occur because of rape, only 6% occur because there is a health risk. 93% of abortions take place for social reasons. How do you feel about abortions?
Pay Per Read -- Family Matters
submitted on April 8, 2009 1:13 AM
Reading marathons are a fundraiser where children get their relatives to donate money to the school based on how many books they can read. Is that supposed to encourage reading?
To Tell or Not to Tell, That Is the Question -- Family Matters
submitted on April 8, 2009 1:31 AM
I am sure you are familiar with the "Mommy and Daddy are going out" storm. Just as you are about to leave, you hear a tiny voice call out, "Where are you going?" Here’s ho...
A Month Away from School -- Family Matters
submitted on April 8, 2009 11:34 PM
We recently took the kids away from school for a month of holiday. Usually, we would not want them to miss all the fun. This time, we had no choice. Here is what happened…
Just a Little Bit of Gray Hair -- Family Matters
submitted on April 8, 2009 11:57 PM
While on our long vacation, I managed to organize a reunion of my high school friends. Is the difference of 25 years just a little gray hair, or is there a little more?
What is This "Secret" Nonsense? -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:06 AM
A while ago, we visited our friend Neil who was trying to find the money to go and visit his son who he hadn’t seen for 11 years. Here is how he made the law of attraction work in his life
Save Your Marriage (part 6) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:19 AM
A young man in a 4-wheel drive was stuck in a remote desert place. Here is how his negative self-talk left him stuck in the desert.
Save Your Marriage (part 7) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:25 AM
Sally and Allen are going out for a romantic dinner. It is all organised and they are almost set to go. Here is how negative self-talk that got Sally in a mess.
Children are Our Future (literally) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:33 AM
Recently, I visited my 71 years old father. Suddenly he isn’t as strong and upright as he once was. It made me think that one day, we will all be entirely dependant on our children
Opposition Defiance Disorder - What an ODD Name -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:48 AM
Opposition Defiance Disorder (ODD) is another name people who like labels use when they need a budget for helping children. Here is what it means, and what you can do about it
Parenting for Tomorrow -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 12:56 AM
For those parents out there who are concerned about the fact that their children are constantly playing on electronic games, here is a bit of advice
When Your Mom is a Chef -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 1:11 AM
When I tell people my mom is a cook, they look at me with respect. They think because she is great I must be too, right? Well, not quite. Here’s why…
Wonderful Things to Say to My Daughters -- Family Matters
submitted on April 9, 2009 1:19 AM
Amanda was a very frustrated mother. She had a lovely pair of girls but no matter what they did, good or bad, she always had a bad thought to go with it. Here is what she did…
Opposition Defiance Disorder - What an ODD Name
submitted on April 16, 2009 11:17 PM
Opposition Defiance Disorder (ODD) is another name people use when they need a budget for helping children. Someone has worked very hard to research kids and teens and come up with a nice label.
What is This "Secret" Nonsense?
submitted on April 16, 2009 11:24 PM
Last year, we visited our good friend Neil, who is now married for the second time and lives far away from his first son. He had some Photos of Nathan in an album created by his younger son Ben. Wh...
Children are Our Future (literally) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 16, 2009 11:27 PM
Recently, I visited my dad, who is now 71 years old, for the second time in 9 years. Living by himself, he has braved household chores to the point of mastery, including some excellent cooking, whi...
Save Your Marriage (part 7) -- Family Matters
submitted on April 16, 2009 11:35 PM
Though the story about the Jack was about a man, self-talk is typical for men and women. Now, I give you two examples of imaginary scenarios that can lead to relationship breakdown. I hope that you...
Just a Little Bit of Gray Hair
submitted on April 16, 2009 11:40 PM
While on our long vacation recently, I managed to organize a reunion of my high school friends. We got together with our partners and kids for an afternoon picnic, after 25 years apart.
A Month Away from School
submitted on April 17, 2009 12:17 AM
Recently, we took the kids out of school for a month of holiday. Usually, we do our best to avoid missing school because they are doing so many wonderful and exciting things at school that we would...
Wonderful Things to Say to My Daughters
submitted on April 17, 2009 5:33 AM
Start with yourself. Take a sheet of paper and write 100 good things about yourself. I know it is not easy, especially if you have not heard it from your parents, but, you need them to easily say t...
MacGyver Pro - A Super Auditory Kid -- Family Matters
submitted on April 22, 2009 10:37 PM
A little redheaded boy came to me for an assessment. He was so auditory in his thought process that MacGyver has nothing on this kid. Here is how it went
Our Baby Is All Grown Up -- Family Matters
submitted on June 8, 2009 7:50 AM
Despite parenting being a mixed bag and sometimes downright challenging, the presence of your child in your day is a constant. But there comes a time, when kids leave home
Staying with his family or hers? -- Family Matters
submitted on June 8, 2009 8:07 AM
With there being two sides of relatives to every family, it poses the dilemma of where to go for Saturday night dinner, for Christmas, for Sunday lunch. So what can we do?
Aren’t We Lucky? -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 7:41 AM
There was once a special event in the city where there was tent by an organization called Doctors Without Borders. seeing the photos they showed, we realised how lucky we are in life.
Matters of Life and Death -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 7:45 AM
Throughout my childhood, I often heard my parents talking about "making the right decisions". But is making the ‘wrong’ decision really such a matter of life and death?
Resourceless Teens -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 7:51 AM
One of the most difficult things for teens is to ask for help. Most of the time, the emotional struggles they face prevent them from treating the adults in their life as resources
Save Your Marriage (part 11) -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 7:56 AM
In many cultures, marriage is considered a union of souls, giving people the notion that, "two become one". This can be the source of many challenges in a marriage
Things I Want My Kids to Know: Leave the “How” To the Universe -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 8:02 AM
When people aim for a goal that is too big or too far away for them to imagine, they want to know, “How?”. That is one of the most demoralizing thoughts people can have
Lean on Me -- Family Matters
submitted on June 14, 2009 8:14 AM
We all need a shoulder to cry on every so often. Here is a story of the importance of a shoulder
Emotional Garage Sale - Be Happy in LIFE inspiration - September 2008
submitted on July 5, 2009 10:17 PM
In search of happiness, travelling is a good way to realize that happiness has no address. You only need to leave your comfort zone to find, you are carrying the whole world in your thoughts.
Save Your Marriage (part 8) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 10:23 PM
Self-talk is a natural way of dealing with what happens to us in life. It is when the self-talk turns all dark that things start going wrong.
Health Allowance -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 10:29 PM
Last month, I went to visit my family. My mom, who is over 65, was not feeling very well. In fact, she was feeling horrible. She had been diagnosed with Diabetes and had to check her blood every day.
Save Your Marriage (part 10) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 11:26 PM
In married life, there will always be obstacles threatening the stability of the marriage. Working through personal perceptions and interpretations is the key to overcoming such challenges.
True Friends -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 11:33 PM
When you decide to leave what you consider home and travel, you get to meet people, who would never have come into your life if you had not left.
Littlies with Attention Deficit -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 11:38 PM
Even though most people think that being the eldest in the family is stressful, being the middle kid is tough and being the youngest is pleasurable, in actual fact is not true.
Three is a Crowd -- Family Matters
submitted on July 5, 2009 11:44 PM
This is the tale of Noff and her 2 friends. It started out just great, but then having 3 girls together created tension and rivalry.
Save Your Marriage (part 9) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 12:05 AM
Many arguments start from a simple misunderstanding of what one or the other has said. Many times, one will give a meaning to something the other one has said that was actually not the meaning at all.
Recipe for Teen Disaster -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 12:18 AM
Behaviour is the concern of many parents. Kids can be diagnosed with ADD, ADHD when in fact, the various choices their parents make throughout the course of their lives, make kids act the way they do.
60 Tips for a Happy Marriage -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 12:27 AM
A happy marriage is just like a healthy plant. If you give the plant water, sun and air, it blossoms. A marriage requires an equal amount of nurturing if it is to blossom.
Kids with Learning Difficulties -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 12:30 AM
Luke was definitely not a regular kid and his mom was going nowhere with her attempts to help to him.
Pippi Longstocking -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 12:46 AM
Yesterday, Noff and I went for a walk around the neighbourhood. As we were walking, Noff told me she was going to have a book character day and she had decided to dress up as Pippi Longstocking.
Ghost Whisperer -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:01 PM
Just in case you have never seen Ghost Whisperer, this is a TV series about a young woman who can see and talk to ghosts, and helps them cross over by getting closure.
The Seatbelt is Your Friend -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:05 PM
When my daughter started driving, I was scared to death. Talking to her and many of her friends, I heard some awful reasons why they did not want to wear seatbelts.
Decision Horizon -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:11 PM
It is amazing to discover that more often, decisions we make are no longer long-term but very short-term ones. My parents come from a generation in which they thought: decisions are made for life.
Global Free Hugs Day -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:14 PM
The 19th of October has been declared "Global Hugs Day". Free huggers will be going out to streets around the world from 11am to 1pm local time, offering free hugs to all and spreading hu...
When the Children Cry -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:18 PM
Amir was only in his first year of study for his Social Work degree. As part of the program, he talked to the kids about being black and suffering for it. I didn’t know what he meant by "...
Learning? What learning? -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:31 PM
As parents, we all want our kids to do well. So we look for ways to measure and track whether they are doing well.
The Art of Misery -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:36 PM
I believe that focusing on good is the best way to make it expand. However, there are people who find negative examples effective, so I am going to talk a little bit about the dark side of life.
Happily Wealthy Family (part 2) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:55 PM
Many people, when thinking about being rich, come up with "reasons" why not to be rich. They tell themselves that rich people are miserable or corrupt, and want to avoid fitting these des...
How to Cure a Forgetful Kid -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 10:58 PM
I have a 13-year-old son who is a forgetful kid. He forgets his homework, he forgets to bring messages from school, he forgets he has a test, he forgets we have plans in the family.
How to Cure a Forgetful Kid -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 11:20 PM
I have a 13-year-old son who is a forgetful kid. He forgets his homework, he forgets to bring messages from school, he forgets he has a test, he forgets we have plans in the family.
See What Love Can Do -- Family Matters
submitted on July 6, 2009 11:45 PM
This week, I received this inspiring movie about a father, who participated in the "Iron Man" triathlon competition with his son. I watched it with tears of inspiration.
Just Do It! -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 1:04 AM
We all have more power than we think, but to realize this power, we must often use it first and see the results later.
Save Your Marriage (part 13) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 1:10 AM
True friends are forever. It is amazing how long we keep true friendships. From primary school age and across oceans, we take a feeling of belonging and connectedness with us and maintain friendships.
Happily Wealthy Family (part 1) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 2:42 AM
Financial struggles can put a lot of strain on family life. When I talk to people about the challenges in their life, many of them say that shortage of money is the main source of their difficulties.
Irrational Rules of Living – Self Worth -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 2:47 AM
Everyone has rules for establishing self-worth. Due to our relationship with people who are significant to us, our definition of self-worth comes from them.
Irrational Rules of Living – External Approval -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 2:54 AM
Most people have rules for everything. There are rules for living, rules for dying, rules for work, rules for home, rules for riding the bus and rules for eating in a restaurant.
Do As I Do -- Family Matters
submitted on July 7, 2009 3:19 AM
In a newsletter I received, I got a link to the article titled "Social media…dirty word or essential skill?" I am sure most parents with Internet access and a teen or two would vot...
Who Says Fast Food is Bad? -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 12:57 AM
I think many children hear negative expressions about fast food, when in fact, not all fast food is bad. There are many kinds of fast food that are healthy and can be made in a short time at home.
Happily Wealthy Family (part 4) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:01 AM
Sabrina didn’t believe it when she overheard the school librarian talking about the days her grandfather had been so poor he walked 45 minutes to work to save the money required for a bus tic...
Save Your Marriage (part 14) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:09 AM
Knowing each other is the first step in overcoming conflicts. In this article, I am going to write about the importance of knowing your partner and how to learn all about your partner.
Who Wants to Be Busy? -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:13 AM
Time is a valuable resource. The older we get, the less spare time we have. Most people are trapped in "must do" action so much that forms of enjoyment are neglected and shrunk to a minimum.
How to Measure Your Life -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:20 AM
If you are like me, you sometimes ask yourself just how successful you are. But there are many other moments, when we find ourselves sitting, thinking, "How is my life going?"
How to Raise Food-Smart Kids -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:29 AM
The quality or the nutrition in the food we give our kids, coupled with the teaching of good habits will determine our kids' health as children and later as grownups.
Happily Wealthy Family (part 3) -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:40 AM
I hope that by now you are convinced it is better for you to be a happy, wealthy parent and all you need is some knowledge about the way to get there.
Irrational Rules of Living – Discomfort and pain -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 1:48 AM
Discomfort and pain are things most people do not like to experience and, because of this, we have problems in life. Pain and discomfort are ways of the body to let us know that something is wrong.
Irrational Rules of Living – Sympathy -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 2:01 AM
Being able to get out of ourselves and see things from a different point of view is a useful ability and can probably help us communicate and relate better to others. However…
Irrational Rules of Living – The Power of the Past -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 2:12 AM
What happened in the past has a great effect on our present. We take our experiences from what happened to us and add them to the bank of beliefs, thoughts and attitudes in our life.
Irrational Rules of Living – Dependency -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 2:19 AM
Children are born into this world needy and helpless. They are born without many abilities. They are equipped with one skill to rule their world - crying.
Irrational Rules of Living – Avoidance -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 3:18 AM
Most, if not all the people in the world want to be happy. Happiness is also what parents want to give to their kids most of all - more than money, health and many other things.
Irrational Rules of Living – Anxiety -- Family Matters
submitted on July 10, 2009 3:21 AM
Every person feels anxiety sometimes. It is a natural reaction to what is perceived as danger - an evolution of the "fight or flight" response.
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- Irrational Rules of Living – The Power of the Past -- Family Matters
- Irrational Rules of Living – Dependency -- Family Matters
- Irrational Rules of Living – Avoidance -- Family Matters
- Irrational Rules of Living – Anxiety -- Family Matters
