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Ending the vicious cycle Do you and your partner constantly argue about the same issues? Perhaps it’s time to resolve those communication problems. ‘Everyone goes through bad patches in their relationships,’ says intimacy and relationship coach, Tracy Ziman Jacobs. ‘At some point, you might look at your partner and probably want to strangle them,’ she adds. Something may happen in […] More
Different but equal. Why talking to your children about diversity is essential, and how to go about it. With the abundance of different cultures in South Africa – as well as a history of racism and xenophobia – paired with news of racially and religiously motivated mass shootings regularly occurring in other countries like the […] More
In-laws – or outlaws? Have you been married for years, yet still can’t find a way to get along with your husband’s family? In-law troubles are as old as marriage itself and unlikely to vanish anytime soon. Sometimes it’s hard enough keeping the peace with your own family, never mind trying to deal with your […] More
Make the new year an opportunity to give your relationship a fresh, fabulous start. Tired of dealing with the same old problems in your relationship? It’s time to let go of all the negativity and make a resolution for improving life with your partner. Goal-setting isn’t only for you as an individual – it’s equally […] More
Clash of the step-siblings Sibling rivalry is an unavoidable component in many families, but the dynamics involved in blended families can intensify the conflict between step-siblings. While most families have their pressure points and siblings who are experts at pushing each other’s buttons, there’s a different set of stressors involved when it comes to blending two already […] More
It’s not always necessary to tell your partner everything. But when does secrecy become toxic? Most couples have a few things they keep from each other – the exact amount of money they earn, the back-up savings account they have – there’s nothing wrong with it and it helps maintain some independence, even within your […] More
The future of education As trends in future education and careers change it’s important to ask yourself where your child fits in. In April 2019, the Department of Basic Education announced some changes to the curriculum. It’s planning to add eight new subjects, including coding and robotics, as a way of preparing children for the […] More
A few ideas for creating a cool homework space. Some families use their kitchen or dining-room table as a homework space, but if you’d like to add structure to your child’s routine and help improve their focus with a specific spot just for homework time, Natasha Laurent of Office 24-7 Design and Architecture has some […] More
Help your children stay ahead of their homework. Need help sticking to the homework routine? Write down the schedule and put it where everyone can see it (on the fridge door!), to help you and your kids stay on track! Find the balance between helping too much, and not enough. Finding time to complete homework […] More
