Wellbeing
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Helping boys develop a healthy body image
WellbeingA recent Australian study has found boys who are unhappy with their bodies are just as vulnerable as girls. So how can we help our sons build strong, healthy bodies and strong, healthy self-esteem?
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Lessons from the longest running study into male happiness
WellbeingSince 1938, Harvard has studied 724 men, recording the real-life ripple effect of thousands of choices and circumstances on their happiness and wellbeing.
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Books that teach kids empathy
WellbeingBecause kids can never have too much empathy, or too many books for that matter.
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Giving your son an extra dose of dad
Wellbeing by Meg AdemThe father/son relationship plays a critical role in a boy’s transition to manhood. This short video shows how an ‘extra dose of dad’ can work wonders for a boy’s wellbeing.
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4 ways to encourage empathy in your teenage son
WellbeingResearch has shown that boys’ empathy decreases between the ages of 13 and 16 years. But don’t despair. Here’s how you can help your son buck the biological trend.
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How to help your son cope with stress
Wellbeing by Meg AdemWhile your son won’t be able to avoid stress, there are things you can do to help him deal with the ups and downs of life, both in and outside the school gates.
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How to help build your son’s self-esteem
Wellbeing by Chris HudsonAdolescence is a crucial time in the development of a boy’s self-esteem. Here are some tips for parents of tweens and teens to help you support your son to develop a healthier sense of self-worth.
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Could your son’s aggression be anxiety in disguise?
WellbeingIs it anxiety or aggression? This article shows how anxiety can be a masterful imposter and gives parents some practical strategies for coping with disruptive behaviour.
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15 ways to teach mindfulness to kids
WellbeingIt seems like everyone and his dog is crowing about ‘mindfulness’ at the moment. It may be a buzzword, but please don’t dismiss mindfulness as a fad. It could be the most important life skill you teach your son.
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How singing can harmonise your son’s wellbeing
Wellbeing by Bec CavalôtResearch shows that, be it a choir or a boy band, singing is even more stress-busting and spirit-lifting when boys sing in a group.