You know when …

• the kids are screaming

•  you have a headache (or if you don’t you should have one)

• there is so much to do

• the kids are sick

• you have to go to work

• You’re stressed to the max

You could continue in the drama and be tossed around like a leaf in a huge storm.
Or like a sock in a washing machine. Or there is another way … a way to get some perspective on the situation.

STOP & STEP

The first thing you need to do is stop (remember it is never too late to stop). Stop what you are doing right now. 

No need to worry about the kids or anyone else, they will be there when you are finished – guaranteed !

Take a step from where you are.  Move out of the space you are in.  It can be 1 step, 5 or 20 steps.  Just move away from where you are right now.

BREATHE & CENTRE

Now …….  Take a deep breath.  Breathe into all of your body.  Feel it relax.

Move out of your head.  Stop listening to the chatter. 
And move your awareness into the centre of your body.

Find your centre and breathe into it.

Find some space within you.

FOCUS & ACTION

Ask yourself ‘What do I need right now?”

It maybe something you need personally or some change of behaviour within your child.

Focus on it, connect with it, imagine it - make it as positive as you can.

Ask yourself “What positive (fun) action can I take towards my need?”
Now …. take action towards it, remember  - one step at a time.

I sincerely hope this parenting tip has helped you. If you need individual help you could call me for a coaching session 61 2 9973 2468, register for join me for our Weekly Mum's Gatherings on the phone. 

Karin de Vos