Category: Change moments
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The family meeting that changed my life
The rules said no alcohol and no criticism. All we had to do was talk about our hopes and plans. Then, we had to listen. On that Saturday afternoon, everything changed. By Sean O’Connor
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Why parenting my teens is more fun than I dreamed
Some parents will says the only thing tougher than raising toddlers, is trying to parent teens. But Sam Wilson disagrees and dreads the day her two teens grow up and leave the nest
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The thing we have in common is that we’re different
What do you do when one of you is a fitness fundi and the other is an art lover? You make the most of each other’s differences and find love in-between, says Zakkiya Khan
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Why I want my kids to wait tables
Waiting on tables can be a tough, thankless job, but here’s a tip…if you do it right, it can teach you some valuable lessons that will stay with you for life. By Belinda Mountain
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Why saying ‘why not’ can change the way you live your life
Don’t ask ‘why’ when challenge and change come your way. Ask ‘why not’, and you’ll be ready to turn the answer into action, says Cath Jenkin
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The strange but oddly happy art of being a re-singled parent
Breaking up is never easy to do, but it’s better to have two happy homes than one that’s not. Sean O’Connor learns how to manage time and still keep it together
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The little rats that stole our hearts
Dogs are faithful, cats are aloof, hamsters are cute. But if you want a pet that is smart as well as cuddly, you can’t go wrong with a rat, says Linette Retief
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Help! It’s almost next year already!
As the year winds down, Andreas Wilson-Späth takes a deep breath and shares some advice about staying sane with teenagers in the house
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Working at the bus station, making my dream come true
Sometimes, a job is a transition between where you’ve been and where you want to be. Make the most of it and you’ll get to your dream sooner than you think. By Nobantu Shabangu
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Doggone it, I’ve been dog-owned!
More than a human’s best friend, a dog can work its way into your heart and soul to become a fully-fledged member of your family, says Cath Jenkin