by caroburr | Mar 17, 2017 | Family Dynamics, Mums, Parenting, Twins & Multiples, Women / Femininity
I want to share a simple message this mother’s day: Let go of perfection, self-criticism and guilt – Instead embrace being a ‘good enough’ mother. As mother’s we typically have an ideal mother in our minds that we want to be. Yet this is an ideal we create...
by caroburr | Jan 19, 2016 | Coaching Tips, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Family Dynamics, Mums, Parenting, Relationship Tips, Twins & Multiples
When I had my twins I finally gave in and joined Facebook as a way to connect with other multiple mums. It was ideal, as juggling two babies, and often older kids too, meant we never knew when we would have a moment to connect, let alone pick up the phone, and getting...
by caroburr | Jun 26, 2015 | Coaching Tips, Ex-boarders, Parenting, Understanding Yourself
I love the way my eldest son is able to ‘chillax’. I particularly appreciate the care he takes in setting things up with a comfy beanbag or chair, probably a drink and possibly a snack if he’s allowed, so he can have maximum pleasure and enjoy ‘his’ time. I am also...
by caroburr | Jun 16, 2015 | Coaching Tips, Communication, Dads, Family Dynamics, Gender Differences, Men / Masculinity, Parenting, Relationship Tips, Understanding Yourself
So what is important for dads when it comes to Father’s Day? It’s easy for it to be reduced to gifts with few words – the classic cards and pressies on the usual masculine themes of sport, beer and gadgets. Refreshing the Parts Beer can’t...
by caroburr | Feb 20, 2015 | Emotional Intelligence, Parenting, Relationship Tips, Understanding Relationships, Understanding Yourself
A while back I spoke about feelings giving important information and feedback about what we personally need and don’t need. Here I am going to help you reflect on your emotional history – what has been passed down the generations, what you might have...
by caroburr | Nov 8, 2013 | Ex-boarders, Family Dynamics, Parenting
“Is a 7 year old ready to leave home?” A strange question to ask, and if you are a parent I imagine your immediate thought was probably “no!” Boarding school – a privileged education? I believe its time to challenge the idea that...
