Soul Sisters

10/04/2019

People don’t want to be talked out of their feelings. People want to be heard, seen, felt, and understood.

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25/03/2019

A poignant, honest and brave way of explaining terrorism to young children. Kudos to Sammy. 🙏🏻

13/03/2019

The absence of physical injury and the hallmark of ‘invisible but annoying symptoms’ to non-sufferers of anxiety and depression often makes mums easy targets who should just ‘snap out of it’. Well meaning friends should thoughtfully consider the impact their words are having when giving advice. Here are some useful tips:

If you know a mum with anxiety, you should know it isn't just worrying or panicking. Avoid using the following phrases with her, plus what to say instead.

12/03/2019

‘Unbusying’ ourselves should be amongst our top priorities.

Let's all stop celebrating busy.

28/02/2019

The recent safety concerns and ickiness with inappropriate content on Youtube Kids serve as a great reminder that while screen time when approached with intentionality and moderation is fine- a big drawback is that it threatens to pull kids away from the activities that are pivotal for healthy social and emotional development.

Sometimes we need a reminder to get back to the basics because REAL LIFE is the best place to learn how to live in REAL LIFE🙌🌎💗

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25/02/2019

Truth.

23/02/2019

As mental health problems among children increase, the government will try having students practice mindfulness, relaxation and breathing exercises.

29/05/2018

Have you got a ‘Not-to-do’ list? I’ve recently started one in order to clear up my schedule and have some reflection time. I’m loving my list and seeing it grow longer by setting some healthier boundaries with how I spend my time. 🌿🌾🍁

25/05/2018

In a time where we juggle so many balls in the air, it’s often tempting, (and much easier) for the adults to make all the decisions. But the question is whether following directions is really in the best interest of children and is it teaching them much about making decisions for themselves?

Yes, beginning with the age-appropriate "play" decisions we allow them to make as babies...

01/03/2018

This is an excellent read. Thank you Angela Pruess.
https://parentswithconfidence.com/5-ways-to-lower-your-childs-anxiety-today/

03/02/2018

For children with big emotions ❤

19/12/2017

Just as consumerism is exploding around this time of year - this is one useful tip on how we can remain gentle and kind to our planet! A wonderful and fun idea to try with kids. 🌿🙏🏻🍂🍃

20/11/2017

Life has a tendency to get hectic around this time of year, with or without kids. These are some ‘no-frills’ self-care ideas to look after number one in your life.
It is only when we look after ourselves that we can give more to those we love. Enjoy! ✨

16/11/2017

Parenting is a reciprocal endeavour. We teach and learn from our kids every day. Sometimes these learnings are eye opening assessments on how we are doing as parents and are valuable reflective evaluations on how much growing we need to do in our own lives.

15/11/2017

Sometimes life races ahead. Sometimes it slows right down. Sometimes we have vision and clarity. Sometimes we have fog and rain. All are parts of life. All are parts of the ebb and flow of how the universe works. There are beautiful things beyond the now. Teach your kids this early in their lives. ✨✨✨

Life is beautiful.

15/11/2017

Yes! Because ‘yes’ was always the moral and conscientious thing to do. Great job, Australia! 👍🏻

13/11/2017

Today is International World Kindness day. Be kind and compassionate to all. Even to those that seemingly don’t deserve it. Sending them good vibes could be the nicest thing going for them in their lives. ✨

11/11/2017

Happy Sunday everyone! Be sure to take some time out and enjoy much deserved calmness.