

Temper Tantrums: How 2-year-olds Practice ACT
Have you ever seen a toddler throw a tantrum? I have. Just last night in fact. And again this morning. Our home is entering "the terrific twos" (a phrase my wife uses) and in these last two tantrums, I've witnessed something pretty awesome. The very clear distinction that from as young as our 2nd year of life, we can already practice taking action towards what we want, EVEN THOUGH our emotions are seemingly getting the better of us. Let me give you an example. Imagine an exha


PERINATAL DEPRESSION & ANXIETY AWARENESS WEEK: 12-18 November, 2017
Perinatal anxiety and depression is a serious and common illness that affects as many as 1 in 5 expecting or new mums and 1 in 10 expecting or new dads. If left untreated, it can have a devastating impact on families and can even put lives at risk. Yet there is still a great deal of confusion and lack of understanding in the community about this illness. Many people still don’t know its signs and symptoms. And many still don’t know where to go to seek help. We know that one o