How to Know If Your Child Needs Child Counselling: The Signs
If you think your little one needs child counselling, then there are a few signs that you can be aware of. I have recently become a parent, my daughter is only 9 months old, and I am conscious of wanting to do the best for her, at all times. I want her to thrive. I […]
Couples’ Counselling: Tips to Help Your Relationship Get Back on Track
Is it time to explore couples’ counselling? If your relationship is valuable to you, then you need to give it every chance to succeed, and sometimes that means calling in the professionals. Being in a relationship can be an extremely exciting part of anyone’s life. After all, this is a time when you have found […]
5 Tips to Successful Dating in Houston (Or Anywhere!)
Dating in Houston is always exciting, because the city is full of people from different backgrounds and cultures. One of my oldest friends is Dutch, an Amsterdamer, and she has recently returned from a holiday to Texas where she really got into the local theatre, bar and club scenes. It looked like she was having […]
4 Simple Ways to Help Your Parents Adjust to Retirement
Have your parents recently retired? Let’s face it – Life after retirement can be difficult, and many people struggle to adjust to life without work. While it can be hard to see your parents getting older, helping them to enjoy their retirement is an essential way to support your parents in the way they’ve supported […]
4 Things to Consider When Becoming a Carer For Elderly Parents
Becoming a carer for elderly parents is now much more common than it was a few generations ago, due to our extended lifespans. In fact, where I live, in Australia, there are now 2.7 million unpaid carers, from a population of about 24 million people. This means around 856,000 carers (32%) are primary carers, those […]
3 Important Ways to Help a Person With Disability (PwD)
What are some basic and simple ways to help a person with disability? Statistics indicate that 1 in 5 people has (or will develop) a disability within their lifetime. Years ago, I used to work in Australia in the disability employment sector, which was a real eye opener. People with disability are a huge contributor […]
Do People Think of You as A Good Friend? Check This List to Find Out
Do you have the personality traits of a good friend? Let’s face it: Life is no fun without good friends to share it with. If you feel as though some of your friends may be acting a bit cold toward you recently, it might be because they’re feeling a little underappreciated. Being a good friend […]
Are You Breaking the Rules of Online Dating?
Yes, there are rules when it comes to online dating – you just have to know what they are, and follow them. The 21st century has brought us some incredible technology, more freedoms and equality than ever before – but has it completely ruined dating forever for some people? That’s right, even though we are […]
9 Small Details Not to Forget On Your Wedding Day
Sometimes it’s the small details that make all the difference. When you think of a wedding, you immediately think of the big details, like the dress, the cake and the venue. But, it’s often the small details that can be personalised that make the biggest impression on guests. You’ll want every guest to walk into […]
How to Come Up With An Essential Wedding To Do List
What should go on your wedding to do list? If you are planning for your wedding, it is likely that you are wondering where to begin. This is a common feeling, and it makes sense if you are a little nervous about the outcome, just because it’s one of the biggest days of your life […]
How to Arrange Travel for Elderly Relatives During the Holidays
Arranging travel for elderly relatives doesn’t need to be too difficult. It’s coming up to the holiday season and this is often when we plan to visit our elderly relatives, or when they might plan to visit you. The older our beloved relatives get, the more we might worry about them. Even when they’re independent […]
How To Rebuild A Relationship After A Breakup
Is it ever possible to rebuild a relationship? What do you do if you want to get back with you ex? Friends and family members may be telling you it’s not a great idea. Your ex might even be a narcissist or an emotional vampire. However, your previous relationship might also be the best thing […]
3 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors & Caring for Older Relatives
There are a few winter safety tips you can use to make sure you or your relative doesn’t have a difficult time during the winter months. I have been quite shocked by some of the statistics I’ve come across in various news sites about older people and seniors suffering from exposure to the cold when […]
8 Things to Ignore for a Happy, Healthy Relationship
Do you want a healthy relationship? Here’s the thing … relationships are not like you see on the television and movies. We often romanticise people in a way that is not healthy or productive for real romantic relationships. There is a difference between having realistic expectations and discussing your values and non-negotiables and believing that […]