Category Archives: Life lessons

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 →

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 →

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 →

I can’t help but comment on the latest spate of mums being vilified by other mothers – Jackie O for bottle feeding her baby while crossing the road and for going back to work too soon; Katie Holmes for allowing … Continue reading →

At least 20-25% of us will experience a mental health issue at some point in our lives. Having a mental health issue is incredibly tough. Ignorance in the community just increases the stigma. Here is my attempt to bust some … Continue reading →

How often have these thoughts run through your mind? It’s not fair. I don’t deserve this. They owe me. Why shouldn’t I have that? Everyone else seems to get what they want – why not me? Most of us will … Continue reading →

Many women pride themselves on being able to do more than one thing at the same time. They can find it terribly frustrating if they have a male partner who does not share the same skill. Mums often say that … Continue reading →

How often have you chastised yourself, your partner or your children for failing to make a decision? It can be so frustrating to be with someone who has trouble making decisions and it can be debilitating for the indecisive people … Continue reading →

Narcissism is a term that’s used a lot these days and many people are wondering whether the number of narcissists is on the rise. It may just be that there is a greater understanding of the concept or it might … Continue reading →

I’m not a fan of New Year’s resolutions because they are often based on wishful thinking. The most common pledges are to lose weight, stop smoking, get fit, or save money. The goals are rarely achieved because there is no … Continue reading →