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 | Family
As a human, one of the hardest parts of “growing up” becoming an emotional adult has been learning how to surrender to what is. I am sure it’s the reason the universe sent me children who were able to support me learn how to accept that I could not...
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
Words have a great influence on how we experience our world. Being aware of and noticing the words we use, whether talking to ourselves or to others impacts how we relate to each other. This week “should” has been showing up A LOT, both in other people’s language,...