Today’s post answers a reader question. You can read previous answers to readers’ questions here. There were many questions submitted in last year’s reader survey around the topic of my struggles like the …
My information diet
This post was original sent out to the lovely people on my newsletter list. It had such a terrific response, I am posting it here to make it easier to find. There …
Are you in a groove or in a rut?
In a recent newsletter I asked this question of readers: Are you in a groove or in a rut? I had a wonderful response from readers sharing their stories so I could …
Christmas gift ideas – online courses and memberships
This is the first of a series of Christmas Guides I am doing for Christmas 2018. Online courses and memberships can make the perfect gift for friends and family who are into …
Australian podcasts – running and psychology
It has been a while since I last shared some podcasts I am loving and in this post I am sharing five Australian podcast that are either running or psychology based. You …
Susannah’s story – how small changes created time to start her own business
A few weeks ago in my newsletter I shared a little snippet from a story of a mum who made a number of small changes in her life that have had a …
Tips on how to turn your ideas into reality
Do you have an idea that you have been thinking about for a while? Is there something you want to create, try or explore? It is easy when we become parents to …
What’s the answer: lowering standards or working harder?
Today’s post answers a back to school reader question. You can read previous answers to readers’ questions here. What’s the answer: lowering standards or working harder? I don’t think there are many parents …
5 tips for when you are feeling undervalued by the family
Sometimes it feels like the work you do for the family goes unnoticed. You know how much goes into keeping everything organised and running smoothly but do they? It takes hard work, …
Monthly review – tips for mindful listening
When I set my goal and habits for this year, I wrote the following: Sometimes listening can be hard. I think I know what the kids or others are going to say, …
Introducing the Mindful Technology Management E-course
For the last few months I have been working on creating a free e-course on a topic I am very passionate about. The course is called Mindful Technology Management and I created …
Why I don’t consider myself a parenting expert
This was originally published in my weekly newsletter, but I wanted it to have a home here on the blog too! I often share stories or tips about parenting both in my …
3 reasons why I became more mindful with my smartphone use
In my post A mindful approach to using your smartphone I shared tips on how you can manage your smart phone so you are not on it as much and how you can …
How perfectionism is impacting your productivity
This post is part of my productivity series for 2017. You can find other posts in the series here. I define productivity as follows: Productivity = using your time + energy + …
A mindful approach to using your smartphone
I am not anti smartphone at all. I have an iPhone which I find a super useful tool for both work and home. I did go through a stage however, a few …
Taking control of your smartphone
This was originally published in the PWK Newsletter, but I have decided to give it a home here on the blog also! Smartphones are awesome! They have allowed us to be connected …
Tips to avoid being frustrated with the kids
I adore my kids, but sometimes they cause me great frustration. The have been know to leave their stuff all over the house, whine when asked to do something, fight with each …
10 things my 40 year old self would tell my 30 year old self
Today’s post answers a reader question. You can read previous answers to readers’ questions here. What would 40-something you say to 30-something you? I really love this question. Life is full of …