Othering: Getting to know the ‘Other’
Blessed are the 'Others'.
Have you ever been in a conversation when suddenly someone whips out the phrase 'those people' and it suddenly feels like a...
The Lego Batman Movie – A Lesson In Loneliness
When I told the children we were going to see the new Lego Batman movie, there were resounding whoops all round. Their exuberant reaction...
How To Deal With Life Changes
There are no absolutes in life? In the blink of an eye major change could befall you, your entire world could turn upside down....
It’s Christmas, Don’t stress.
"What are your plans for Christmas day?" I've asked this question over many years to a varied audience over many different platforms. For Christmas...
How To Keep Cool And Save Relationships
We all have those heated confrontations, discussions or arguments which have the potential to escalate into a blood bath of note! Fighting is never...
New Years Resolutions
Ring in the new
With January practically upon us, it’s time to think of New Year’s resolutions again. Those promises that we make to ourselves...
Letting children learn from their mistakes
All humans make mistakes. It's inevitable, whether intentional or not. What we need to focus on is the acknowledging our slip-ups and growing from...
Should we support our local brands?
Have you ever heard someone say "support local?" and then thought to yourself: "What does that even mean?". Or maybe you have heard of the phrase...
Watch-list: 4 elegant timepieces
Time pieces have been loved and worn by people from all spheres of life for many, many years. Whether you're a hipster, a doctor, or an...
Do you own your possessions or do they own you?
Everyone likes to have nice things. A good car, a comfortable home, the latest model of whatever electronic device is top of your must-have...