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Upbringing or hypocrisy? There is a huge difference! "How many times have I told you to eat at the dining room table?" Are you eating in the armchair in front of the TV again? ” During that time or half an hour later, dad sits in an armchair and eats a sandwich while watching the game. This example clearly illustrates that a child will not do what his parents tell him, but what his parents DO. In other words, it simply means that the example you give them is the one they…

Everything happens with a reason! The famous Greek philosopher Aristotle, believed that everything happens for a reason, always. And that every experience in life, was designed to shape you and turn you into the ultimate and best version of yourself, a version of yourself that you could never have imagined possible. 1. At the time of the fight - Any negative experience; every time you have to fight with something or for something, it can be seen as an opportunity for great…

Learn to respect yourself! Learn to respect yourself by discarding everything that tramples on your value, anyone who diminishes it and plays with it. Learn to respect yourself so you don’t ignore the fact that people treat you. If they respect and appreciate you you will know that these are the people who need to stay in your life, but if they don’t they are a sign that you need to replace your team and look for some better experiences near other people. Learn to respect…

The scientifically proven effects that LOVE has on your mind and body We all know that we feel good out of love, but did you know that there is real science behind it? Here are some of the most amazing and scientifically proven effects that love has on your mind and body: **Love encourages long life -** Research shows that people in meaningful relationships, especially in marriage, feel healthier and live a healthier lifestyle (including food choices, regular meals, better…

A hyperactive child Hyperactivity ( or ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is defined in modern psychology as a neurobihervioral disorder. It is often questionable how much of a "disorder" it is, or simply a matter of temperament or energy, which is in the very nature of the child. Contributing to this is the fact that "hyperactivity" is a word that is used quite often among parents. Some people think that a hyperactive child is the one who runs around…

How DIVORCE affects a child's mental health Parental divorce for children is a big shock and leaves many consequences. The love, support and commitment of both parents are the only ways to avoid severe consequences for the child. When a relationship between spouses gets cold, most parents ask themselves a question like: "Should we stay together because of the children?" There are parents who consider divorce to be the only option. **What consequences can divorce have on…

Let`s go outside! Today's way of life has distanced man from nature and influenced that nature to be polluted and destroyed. Man began to lose the sense of need to stay in nature, move, socialize with other people which relaxed him and rested him from stress and problems at work. Because of reduced movement, there is an increasing number of people who are fat, with heart, lung and many other diseases. It has long been known that the influence of nature is important for man,…

How to choose a pet for a child Almost every parent is faced with children`s request to get a pet. We all know that we will succumb sooner or later, but we are also know that the "honeymoon" is short. When the innitial excitement passes, kids forgets about their new "friends". Basically, most of the responsibilities fall on the parents' shoulders, if we do not carefully plan the purchase of a pet and do not consider all the obligations that this entails. If your family has…

Raise an independent child Parenting is a most beautiful, but also the hardest "job" in the world. Mothers and fathers are faced with doubts, challenges, fears, with questions about whether they are raising their child properly. Parents are confused with all that books, researches, news and advices for parenting, but I think we should not complicate parenting. In this article, I will try to present my "knowledge" about this subject, because I have little experiance in…

Learn to be optimist! Today, there is more and more talk about the power of positive thinking, and sometimes it is not enough to want to think positively - this way of thinking is learned and practiced. The pessimistic way of thinking happens to many people and is most often learned, and it is characterized by the fact that these people think in a negative way and create beliefs about things. It is a reaction of giving up, when a person thinks that nothing he does can help…

Toxic mothers When people hear the word "mother" they usually imagine a devoted woman who nurtures unconditional love for her children and who will do anything to lead her kids on the right path. As long as we believe in universal maternal love - a myth that our culture actively supports - we cannot see the true power that parents have over us, even the power of covert violence. We like to think of mothers as women who keep this world from disappearing, wonderful and…

God have a plan for all of us None of us can even guess what the next day will bring us. For example, my destiny, my life changed in one day, the day when my husband died. Those days and nights I asked why God gave me this. Is this a punishmant, or maybe a gift? I could not find answers, because God's plans are known only to him. After a few years, I finnaly find out that He exactly knows what to give us and when and who will he send to us. It is up to us to make the most of…

"Shareting" (Share+parenting) "Shareting" - posting photos and videos on social media is a typical parental joy of these days. First of all, in this way we maintain a connection and introduce relatives and friends how the child grows, what he has learned and what interests him. Social networks are becoming a "digital mediator" for exchanging news with people and helping us maintain family and family ties. Secondly, it is a way to preserve precious memories. Third, such…

Plant a tree We constantly complain to each other about how the Earth is left without a mantle, how weather changes will kill us, and no one wants to do one thing that will help the planet: to plant a tree! Planting a tree (trees) is one of the most beautiful and noble gestures that a person can make towards nature, other people and himself. In this article, I will give you a nine reasons why you should plant a tree: **Trees produce oxygen** Every being on the planet inhales…

Holidays with kids Holidays… a magical time of year. The smells of cakes, the illuminated and decorated city, gifts, socializing… all this causes a feeling of joyful anticipation and excitement in most of us. Only children feel that special charm. Most people associate their fondest childhood memories with the New Year and Christmas holidays. The holidays are definitely an ideal time to spend more time with your children. Through family connections, traditions and events,…

"Forest" medicine Imagine a new branch of medicine that can teach you to be more active, more relaxed, to control stress, and to reduce the risk of diseases resulting from unhealthy lifestyles, all through being in the woods. This new branch of medicine is called “forest medicine.” It incorporates the impact of forest stays on human health and is a science that encompasses elements of alternative medicine, environmental-based medicine, and preventive medicine. Shinrin yoku…

In search for happiness What is happiness? We all want to be happy, but do we know what happiness really is? Man is in an eternal search for happiness. Everything he does, he does to be happy: he creates a career, earns money, surrounds himself with material goods, seeks the love of his life ...The question is, what does it really mean to be happy? People have been thinking about that since time immemorial. Being happy means being satisfied with life and feeling fulfilled,…

Learn kids how to overcome the fear of Covid-19 Our daily routines have changed, we don't know how we will live from Monday or tomorrow, and the media that report minute by minute on the number of infected coronaviruses with the virus that is increasing day by day, talk about a new vaccine or about the interruption of classes. This is talked about in all media, discussed in the family, and at school, children are given recommendations on protection measures so that they do…

Parent in the virtual age On the one side, there is a social imperative to be a perfect mother or father, on the other, a reminder of a psychologist that there is no ideal formula for education, and there is also a desire to find the best kindergarten, the best teacher, the best coach… Parents are confused. When I was a kid, the main "advisors" in raising a child were parents and grandparents. When kids start to go to school, the teacher takes the role of "third parent".…

6 simple activities that are good for your child Play and fun have great benefits for the overall development of the child. As parents, we always want to raise a happy, motivated, independent child. Because of that pressure, people constantly have the feeling that we need to do as much as possible - they buy educational toys, enroll them in additional activities, teach them many things so that we don't fall behind in anything. As a single mother, I don't have money for…

How to raise a happy and successful child? Raising happy children is not about giving them instant satisfaction or instant happiness. In fact, it is the opposite. You can help your children to be good people by adopting healthy living habits. **Let them play outside** Don't underestimate the power of outdoor play. Running on the grass, climbing trees, sitting on a swing, and digging in the dirt is good for children. They must be in touch with nature. Scents associated with…

Challenges of single parenthood Raising a child, giving him a good foundation to become an independent, responsible, useful member of society, is one of the greatest tasks one can try to do. Today, many strive to achieve this goal as single parents, whether they find themselves in it by coincidence or by conscious choice. “Being a mother means learning about a strength you didn’t know you had and dealing with fears you didn’t even know existed,” are Linda Wooten’s famous…

My morning rituals Rituals are things that people repeat in the desire to achieve a certain outcome. Examples of rituals are numerous, and perhaps the most visible in sports. We have all seen examples where basketball players tap the ball in a specific way before free throws or where tennis players take certain steps before the service. The morning ritual is a series of steps you take after you wake up and start the day. The morning can often determine what the day will be…

Believe in God and you will never be alone When you are passing through a hard period in life and don`t know how to move on, turn to God and you will feel better. Faith affects people in many positive ways. It gives us the strength, hope, and patience we need to step through life. If you believe in God you will never be afraid. His light will guide you through dark days and nights. His wisdom will help you when you are lost. I have one ritual which I do every day and night.…

A few advices for self mothers Parenting is sometimes reminding of the circus. Juggling (with obligations), acrobatics, dressage, and playing clowns. When you have a husband, that is easier, but when you are alone in that circus than you have to try extra hard. I managed to organized my own circus with these few rules: BE POSITIVE! Look at your situation with pink glasses. Remind yourself that you got the biggest present from God. And you should take care of that little…

Self mother - super mother! From the beginning, I am a self mother because my husband died when I was pregnant. I did not have a choice, only I could do is to accept that situation and keep going. I am sure that every woman is confused when became a mother for the first time. We need some time to realize what happened to us, and what is waiting for us. Total madness and immeasurable happiness at the same time. Day by day, I started to realize that: I will have new…

Little things which helps a lot There is no man in the world who don't have a problem. All of us have something that gnaws at us. And in that moments all of us are concentrated on fixing that problem. Further, it leads us to nervousness and stress, and we lose the strength which we need to find a solution. Instead of getting annoying, we should calm down, and look around us. Because everywhere around us there are so many little things that can help us to feel better in bad…

How to get over partner`s death At the moment when my husband died, I was pregnant. That was a big shock for me. In the first days, I did not know what happens to me. I was angry, I was denied that fact, crying, could not eat.. I was in emotional and physical chaos until one day when I woke up and decide to stop with that. Everything has a beginning and an end. When I realised that this behaviour will not be good for my baby, I decided to stop it. But, how? At first, with a…

Can we change someone? I have got into marriage with the hope that everything will be great, fine, like in a fairy tale. Really, I can not say any bad word about that start. I started a new life from the root. New town, new friends, new job, a new relationship. We were living together, everything was fine. But, with time, I recognize some signs that something is wrong. Shortly, I find out that my husband is a drug addict and drug dealer, too. I will not bother about those…

My wrong decision I wouldn`t know how to rationally explain that.. simply, love came into my life suddenly and turn me upside down. I was a 27 years old girl with a great job, many good friends around me. I could afford expensive trips, outs, shopping.. I had a good life. The only thing in my life I was not satisfied with was the love situation. Namely, I was in an open relationship with a man who is 18 years older than me. He is a sportist, good looking and all women wanted…