by Leanne Wakeling | Parenting
Across the years I’ve helped a lot of people with how to become better, more values aligned as a parent in those moments of challenge with kids who just don’t seem fit any of the regular solutions. Whether we were brought up in gentle homes, or we were bought up in...
by Leanne Wakeling | Parenting
Parent with Purpose, being conscious about our choices, meaning understanding what our child needs so that they get to be emotionally intelligent and resilient adults. Why is this important? Parenting in the 21st century has changed, even more than just the passing...
by Leanne Wakeling | Parenting
Scenario Your four-year-old is having difficulty following instructions. You’re frustrated and end up speaking more sharply than you intended. They melt down. Does your child have behaviour problems? OR is it Your relationship with them needs a little attention?...
by Leanne Wakeling | Parenting
Reactive/Resentful/Defensive is a common issue that comes up in families. It’s certainly something that I now appreciate was amongst the drivers behind my reactivity. What’s important to appreciate is that when anyone seems to react at you, that it isn’t about you. ...
by Leanne Wakeling | Emotional Fitness, Parenting
Respect can be a big trigger issue for lots of us. It’s a common problem in our parent/child relationship, and often drives resentment in our adult relationships too. Why is respect important? Receiving respect from others is important because it helps us to feel...
by Leanne Wakeling | Parenting
Seriously, it’s a thing.We mothers want to do so well that sometimes our choices are driven by what we believe we are supposed to do. The problem comes when those beliefs are outdated, the process has been surpassed or the actions don’t match our child.Assuming that...
