About five years ago the headmaster at the older boys’ school encouraged parents at an information evening, to not be afraid of giving our children a nudge or even a push in …
Monthly review: Experiencing self vs remembering self
One of my habits for this year I am focusing on to help me achieve my goal, is to do something new each month with the family. It doesn’t sound like it …
Monthly review – my love of the small things
Sometimes we have to learn the same lessons over and over again before they really sink in or simply to just be reminded of their importance. September was like that for me. …
Milestones and memories
This was originally sent in my newsletter this week. The response from readers was amazing – thanks so much to the many of you who replied to let me know you enjoyed …
How to reclaim time across your week
What would you do if you had a spare hour each day? Many of us spend time wishing we had more time. We have 168 hours in a week, yet sometimes we …
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 …
Monthly review – gratitude and reflection
When I write up my monthly reviews, the first thing I do is complete the table below. That then sets the tone for the rest of the post and most times I …
Monthly review – the power of the practicing mind
If you have read my book review of The Practicing Mind by Thomas Sterner, you will be familiar with what this concept means already. I had been keen to read this book …
Half yearly review – the power of small steps
It seems that as a society as a whole we tend to connect success with big achievements, big victories and big changes. I agree that they are of course signs of wonderful …
Book review – Wired to Eat by Robb Wolf
Please note this post does not in any way constitute medical or dietary advice. It is simply my review of a book and the personal experimentation I have conducted. Wired to Eat …
Monthly review – tips for a simple, sustainable winter wardrobe
About two and a half years ago, I made the decision to simplify my wardrobe. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made and I have continued to keep …
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, …
Monthly review – failing at habits
I love the topic of habits. I love the science behind it. I read lots of articles and listen to lots of podcasts about habits and while I would consider that I …
Monthly review – decluttering tips
I have written quite a bit on decluttering on the blog over the years, here are few of the most popular posts: Why decluttering is important – There is a difference between …
Monthly review – progress = greater contentment
Welcome to my first monthly review of the year. I have had a fabulous start to 2018 and it is absolutely correlated to my goal for the year and the progress I …
Why paper to do lists work for me
As noted in my about section I love spreadsheets and I am also very fond of useful apps. Over the years I have tried many apps and programs for creating a to …
Creating a single goal for 2018
So earlier today I published my review of 2017. The review is effectively step one in creating my goal for the new year. If you have been reading my blog for even …
Yearly review 2017 – learning more about what brings me joy
My goal for 2017 was to invest in my relationships with family, friends and community to bring joy and connection. The goals I had set for the previous years had been more …