Sacred Sunday: Start a Local Gift Economy
At this time of year the emphasis can be on consumerism and stuff. But what if we changed things up and made it a time of sharing, instead?
At this time of year the emphasis can be on consumerism and stuff. But what if we changed things up and made it a time of sharing, instead?
The more we talk about mental health, the less taboo it becomes. One of the best ways of dealing with it is recognising the trigger signs and drawing on a personalised toolbox
If we use trust, patience, and gentle explanations instead of rewards or punishments, children are then free to “own” their learning and personal growth.
Your child’s rebellion will be inversely proportional to the freedom your toddler is given to do his developmental work, and how capable he feels to get what he wants in the world.
Using real nappies isn’t easy, believe me. But, even with three kids under four and as working parents, it’s manageable.
All too often in our fear-based society, we treat kids as if they couldn’t possibly make their own lunch or climb a tree without hurting themselves.
The truth is that schools don’t really teach anything except how to obey orders. Although teachers care, the institution is psychopathic.