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Author Archives: Jo Lamble
The danger of reassurance
You’d think that one of the kindest things we can do for our partners, friends, and children would be to give them some reassurance. Of course I love you; It will be all right; No, you didn’t upset me. But … Continue reading
When less is best
Sally (not her real name) works part-time and is able to pick her three children up from school and preschool each day. Some days, she still has to attend to some emails or make a few calls after they all … Continue reading
This too shall pass
I can’t think of a more powerful statement. The idea that nothing is permanent can provide relief if we are in physical or emotional pain. And even if we have to accept that we cannot hold onto the good feelings, … Continue reading
Introducing my new book
Penguin have this week published my new book titled Answers to Everyday Questions about Relationships. As the title suggests, it contains my answers to the questions I get asked about everyday. It’s in a Q&A format and covers everything from … Continue reading
Self-sabotaging
We all do it at some point in our lives – we sabotage ourselves. I remember falling to the ground on the rare occasions I got the ball in backyard games of footy with my brothers – better to fall … Continue reading
Shaping behaviour
No one should attempt to change another person. We need to tolerate our partner’s and our children’s faults – just as they need to tolerate our faults. But bad habits can be changed over time and we can help shape … Continue reading
Teasing
When does teasing become bullying? Australians are very good at teasing one another – probably because we tend to have a self-deprecating sense of humour. But there is a fine line between gentle teasing and harmful bullying. I listened to … Continue reading
Time management
I’m all for flexibility and spontaneity, but when it comes to day-to-day time management, I believe in having a timetable. Plans don’t have to be set in concrete, but having a basic template for each day should lead to better … Continue reading
Humiliation
There is a frightening statistic that states that one of the most common triggers of teen suicide is a humiliating experience. All those young lives tragically lost because they did not believe that they could face the world again. We … Continue reading
The travelling heart project
This week I received an interesting package in the mail. It was a tiny hand-made material heart. My heart was numbered 99 and attached to it was a message of love and thanks. I was so touched that someone had … Continue reading