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Dreams without action are just dreams. But taking action doesn’t necessarily mean quitting your job and burning the ocean. Small steps matter. It is the ability to plug away consistently at something over time that is the key. Small steps add up. You’ll get there!
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If you keep building slowly and consistently with passion each day, adding value that matters to you, then the growth will take care of itself. The keys to achieving success are patience and avoiding complacency.
Why Teenagers Rebel
We’ve all either lived through it, witnessed it, or felt baffled by it—the infamous teenage rebellion.
It’s the eye rolls at dinner, the dramatic door slams, the dyed hair, the midnight escapades, the loud music with incomprehensible lyrics, or the blunt “you just don’t understand me.”
Teenage rebellion is one of human development's most familiar and misunderstood chapters.
But what if we stopped seeing rebellion as defiance and started viewing it as part of a necessary, even healthy, transformation?
This blog article explores the root causes of teenage rebellion, how it manifests, and how families, educators, and society can compassionately and constructively engage with it.
Underneath the eye-rolling and resistance lies something more meaningful: a young person discovering who they are.
The Digital Dopamine Trap
In the 21st century, digital technology has become integral to everyday life.
From smartphones to social media and gaming, children today grow up in an environment where access to digital devices is nearly ubiquitous.
Technology undoubtedly offers numerous benefits, such as instant access to information, enhanced communication, and learning tools, but it also has significant downsides.
One of the most concerning is the extent to which children are being left to their own devices, both figuratively and literally.
With significant access to social media, video games, and online entertainment, many children are increasingly addicted to these digital experiences.
This “dopamine cocaine” effect, driven by the same neurochemical that fuels addiction, is not only impairing children’s ability to self-regulate but is also preventing them from developing the critical life skills necessary to succeed in the real world.
When the Bubble Bursts
Are we busy creating a world where children struggle to develop essential life skills?
In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven society, we often find ourselves caught up in the whirlwind of parenting trends, educational reforms, and social media's pervasive influence.
While our intentions are often noble—ensuring our children are happy, safe, and successful—the reality is that we may be inadvertently stunting their growth.
Children today face many challenges that hinder their development of essential social and life skills.
From over-parenting to the distractions of digital technology, the environment we’ve created raises significant questions about our children’s preparedness for adulthood.
Let us take a closer look at a few.
Five Going on Fifteen
Meet the pint-sized philosophers, the nippers with attitudes, and the mini versions of humanity that have seemingly swapped fruit juice boxes for espresso.
Forget building sandcastles; these mini-mavericks are busy texting on imaginary phones and debating which YouTuber is the best.
Hand a five-year-old a tablet, and you'll witness a digital maestro in action. They swipe, tap, and navigate apps with expertise that makes you question your own tech literacy. Siri, meet your miniature competition.
Let us have a look at a sneak preview that today's five-year-olds are giving us into their teenage years, and tell me if you recognise any of these …
A Life Without Children
"Life without children is like Coca-Cola without bubbles." - Dion Le Roux
Are you ready for a playful yet profound analogy that captures the essence of parenthood?
Raising kids is a lot like staring into a glass of Coca-Cola. At first glance, it's all bubbly, effervescent excitement. But as any parent will tell you, the fizzy joy is accompanied by unexpected burps, occasional spills, and a few moments that make you question your sanity.