Isn’t parenting guilt a big, heavy dark emotion? Did you know that guilt is our in-built mechanism for doing no harm? It’s like a reflex that comes on board without you ever having invited it to show up. What I am saying is that guilt isn’t...
Each week I answer one of your parenting questions. This week I answer "how can I set boundaries that work?", I hope the response helps you to be the parent you'd like to be. When I meet with parents, there are many reasons they find...
Each week I answer one of your parenting and personal development questions. This week I answer "How can I set realistic expectations? I get lost and frustrated when unrealistic expectations aren’t met.” I hope you find the response helpful. The word expectations is so...
No one will ever be as hard on ourselves as ourselves. It’s bonkers when you think about it! It’s totally counterproductive to our happiness and ability to thrive. Having self critical thoughts is not a weakness as it is part of our inner defense...
I am sorry that this is your experience of being a Mum. I’d love to know more about why you think this. You might be able to understand this better yourself by asking yourself these questions. Who are you comparing yourself to? Is it the practical elements...