Wellbeing
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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.
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4 fabulous meditation apps for kids
Wellbeing by Bec CavalôtMindfulness meditation has been a lifesaver. My boys are calmer, less prone to outbursts and they’re even going to sleep earlier – which makes for a much happier mum too. Here are a 4 meditation apps that have earned my boys’ tick of approval.
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How to help your son harness the power of social language
Wellbeing by Claire ClarkeYoung kids who have more developed social language skills find it easier to manage themselves, relate to others, resolve conflict, and feel positive about themselves and the world around them.
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Glass half full: increasing boys’ sense of hope
Wellbeing by Meg AdemA boy’s sense of satisfaction and hope goes into freefall as he moves up into high school, bottoming out at age 16. As parents and teachers, how can we help our boys hold on to hope?
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4 books to help little boys deal with big emotions
WellbeingSadness. Fear. Anger. Guilt. Sometimes our little dudes need a little help with identifying and expressing intense emotions. And let’s face it, sometimes us parents could use help when helping them!
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Boys and body image
WellbeingPursuit of a perfect body isn’t just a ‘girl thing’. Here are a few ideas to assist you in helping your son develop a healthy body image.
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Teaching your son to handle failure
Wellbeing by Margie WarrellAs parents, we’re hardwired with a desire to protect our children from the harder realities of life. But left unchecked, that primal instinct to protect can keep us from equipping our boys with the skills to handle life better.
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Why gardening is great for boys
Wellbeing by Jordan PianoIn recent years, gardening with children in schools has become very popular. But does gardening really benefit them?