Parenting is a mixed bag. At any one time in can be exciting, tiring, frustrating, over-whelming, thrilling and just flipping hard work. With this role comes a huge amount of responsibility. Depending on how this responsibility is related to has a huge impact on our thoughts, feelings and actions. Yes, it’s possible to relate to the most difficult parts of…
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It seems that now more than ever we must remind people that emotional resilience is an option. Especially with our young people. I recently heard that Ireland has one of the best Education Systems in Europe. This is wonderful. But we also have alarmingly high rates of suicide, suicidal ideation, self harm and use of prescription medication. Something’s not working….
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I thought I should explain a little about auricular acupuncture as it is being offered as part of the Parent Group and 1 to 1 sessions. I know that it can seem a bit daunting so hopefully this will calm nerves a little. Anyone can receive acupuncture – the youngest who have had it is 1 yrs old and oldest is 74!…
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A Parenting Group is starting in Whitechurch Co. Cork on 3rd April 7.30pm. The group will be a place of exploration, understanding and nurturing. We will be doing Auricular (ear) acupuncture as part of parent nurturing and relaxation. It is €10 per session and will run for 6 sessions. Please make contact to book a place. If there are any…
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When I asked one of the Mum’s if she could write something about her experience of developing as a compassionate parent, I was blown away by what she wrote and how she tells us that compassion acts as a container for her difficult emotions that come with being a parent. It shows the power of compassionate parenting – practicing, harnessing…
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