A rather personal post today, after an unintentionally long absence. Read on and you’ll understand why. “You can’t do that. You’re insane” I have deliberately messed up my work-life balance this year, adding study to my already hectic life. And of all things, I’m attempting a law degree. Yes, it’s one more ball in the air, and a really big one. …
“Tipping points” and “dips” – the value of persistence
I struggle with the “tiger mum” concept because I don’t want to be one but sometimes some of my parenting beliefs have a tiger mum-ish feel to them. I discovered this recently in a conversation with another mum. I was venting my frustrations about my difficulties getting my children to practise the piano, particularly my son who is 4. Her response …