“Brainstorm Strategies for Teen Parenting: Navigating the Teenage Brain”
"One evening, my teenage son slammed his bedroom door after a small disagreement. As I stood there, unsure whether to knock or give him space, I remembered something from Dr. Daniel Siegel’s book 'Brainstorm': The teenage brain is like a construction zone—chaotic but full of potential.It's not about the ‘attitude,’ it's about their brain rewiring for independence, creativity, and emotional… Continue Reading
ADHD Journey and Managing Attention DEficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Recently, Alia Bhatt, an Indian Celebrity shared her diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In an interview, she reflected on how she had been experiencing symptoms like zoning out during conversations and lectures since childhood. Her diagnosis came after taking a psychological test, which confirmed her ADHD. She mentioned that she feels most at peace either in front of… Continue Reading
Healing Your Inner Child: 4 Powerful Ways to Reconnect and Thrive
When "A" was a child, they often found themselves feeling misunderstood and overlooked. They grew up believing that those feelings were part of growing up. But years later, as an adult, they realized that their inner child, the part of them that still holds onto those early emotions, was craving attention and healing. It was only when they began the… Continue Reading
How Anxiety Affects The Body?
Imagine you’re running late for an important meeting. As you rush out the door, your heart races, your breath becomes shallow, and your stomach feels like it’s tied in knots. Now, picture this happening not just in a stressful moment, but regularly. That’s what living with chronic anxiety can feel like, and it doesn't just affect the mind—it takes a… Continue Reading
HOW TO NURTURE YOUR CHILD’S MENTAL HEALTH: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO PARENTS
One evening, after a long day at school, a eight-year-old child, sat down with her mother, visibly upset. Her mom could tell something was wrong, but instead of jumping in with advice, she paused and simply asked, "How was your day?" This small act of listening gave the child, space to share her feelings, and in that moment, her mother… Continue Reading
THE POWER OF CHOICE: THE JOURNEY FROM COMPLIANCE TO SELF-DISCOVERY.
The Story of A A had always been the perfect daughter. Growing up in a strict household, she learned early on that compliance was the key to avoiding conflict. Her parents, well-meaning but overbearing, had mapped out every aspect of her life. From the clothes she wore to the subjects she studied; every choice was made for her. As a… Continue Reading
When Shadows Linger: Understanding Depression in Children and Some Common Symptoms.
X started avoiding her friends, skipped soccer practice, and spent hours alone in her room. Her parents thought it was just a phase or maybe stress from school. However, when they noticed she was losing weight and struggling to sleep, they knew something deeper was going on.Understanding Child Depression:Depression in children often goes unnoticed because it's commonly mistaken for normal… Continue Reading
10 CREATIVE WAYS TO BUILD STRONG CONNECTIONS WITH KIDS
These are great strategies for engaging with kids! Here's how each of these points can be applied effectively: 1. Bring Memorable Moments of Their Life: Reminisce about fun or significant times in their life. This helps them feel valued and strengthens your bond through shared memories. 2. Use Their Interests to Help Them Learn: If they love dinosaurs, use that… Continue Reading
Guiding the Future: How Career Counselling Shapes 9th and 10th Graders’ Pathways
Career Counselling: A Beacon for Young Minds Career counselling plays a pivotal role in the lives of 9th and 10th graders, who stand at the crossroads of their educational journey. At this stage, students often face pressure from peers, parents, and society regarding their future career paths. Without proper guidance, they may make hasty decisions that do not align with… Continue Reading
Pillow Stories
PILLOW STORIES SERIES:'PILLOW STORIES" is a beautiful concept at ThreeWaves that my colleague Asha suggested and I at once said yes, without a second thought. It doesn't happen this way with us. Most of the time we have discussions when it comes to our work. We weigh the pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages, right/ wrong etc, whenever a suggestion… Continue Reading
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