Supporting a loved one with substance abuse problems
Dealing with substance abuse is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can face. Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be particularly heartbreaking. You undoubtedly want to do [...]
How to stay connected with your partner
With February being Valentine’s month, you may be wondering how you can spice up your love life and reconnect with your loved one. Many couples forget how to connect in [...]
How do you communicate with younger generations?
While it’s important not to stereotype and to communicate with each person as an individual, there are some important pointers to consider when dealing with younger generations. Language differences: The [...]
Impact of drugs and alcohol on your family – and how to get help
People who abuse drugs or alcohol often don’t realise the impact on those around them. The family may witness the user fly into drunken rages, experience rapid weight loss, or [...]
How to stay connected with your teenager
While the terrible twos may have been challenging, many feel unprepared for parenting an emotional teen undergoing rapid physical and hormonal changes. Your once communicative child may no longer want [...]
Celebrating the youth
What words of wisdom would you tell your younger self? Here are some examples for you to ponder. Be you There’s one person that you have to live with for [...]
Don’t bring your stress home: helpful tips
After a long day at the office, it can be hard to switch off. Bringing work stress home with you can have a negative effect on your relationships and your [...]
The importance of social connections
It’s your birthday. Hundreds of Facebook “friends” have posted messages and your latest Instagram selfie has attracted dozens of compliments. Yet, you feel an ache that can only be described [...]
Vaping: The facts
Vaping has become a popular alternative to cigarette smoking, particularly among the youth. What is Vaping? E-cigarettes are battery-powered smoking devices. They have cartridges filled with a liquid that usually [...]
Back to school blues
Starting a new school year can be stressful, let alone during a global pandemic. While a return to school will be welcomed by many, others will be feeling anxious or [...]
Stress over the holidays
HOW TO COMBAT THE CHAOS TO KEEP THE PEACE Not feeling particularly joyous at this time of year? Exhausted after a challenging 12 months? You’re not alone. Many find that [...]
Tips for Parents during the Pandemic
The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were seriously disruptive, turning our normal routines upside-down. As we start to adjust to the “new normal”, remember that the youngsters in our [...]