Annual Review: 2019
This time last year I made the decision to be vulnerable, transparent, and up-front about my personal and professional life. The idea was essentially a replication (and re-packaging) of something ...
Helping your blended family thrive, not just survive
One in five Australians are part of a blended family. Statistically, 30% of the kids in your child’s school class will be part of a blended family. In fact, blended families are one of ...
How To Raise A Rebel
How to Raise a Rebel
I’ve been running parenting workshops full-time around Australia for close to ten years and in all that time no parent has ever told me:
“I want to raise weak children ...
Forget ‘overscheduling’ versus ‘boredom’ – Self-direction is the key to a great summer.
The long hot days of summer can be challenging for families. Work commitments keep parents out of the home and away from their children. And if they’re lucky enough to have time off, children ...
You’re Taking Forever!!!
If you’ve got kids (and even if you don’t), you’re well aware that Christmas morning is the most hotly anticipated moment of the year. Kids sneak out of bed well before dawn to see what ...
Six Science-Backed Benefits of Gratitude
I recently wrote an article about Halloween. I argued that it’s actually a whole lot of fun and we should embrace it.
Some people responded enthusiastically. Many were fuming. How could I support...
Teaching your child the art of psychological flexibility
Have you ever watched what happens when your child or teen is upset, sad, or challenged?
Sure, they might become more emotional. We’ve all seen that happen. Perhaps they want to argue, become ...
A Balanced Approach to Parenting
I had a call from a journalist recently. She asked me, “Have you heard of Panda parenting? It’s kind of different to Tiger Parenting. It’s a bit more like Lawnmower or Snow Plough parenting. But...
An Australian Halloween
Australians of a certain generation seem to really hate Halloween. They despise it. Through gritted teeth they say it’s a ridiculous American tradition. They say it has nothing to do with our ...
Dads: How To Stay Connected With Your Kids
Even When You Don’t Live Together
Research is unequivocal. Dad matters. As long as he is safe towards his family, the more a dad is present and involved in his children’s lives in a positive ...
