@Aussiemom In WA there is an organisation called Merceycare reconnect who helped myself and my son who were in a similar place ... though I am not sure which state in oz you are in ... View more

Sending e hugs via Reach Out ... we are just entering into enrolling for home schooling Connect Ed as due to sever depression going to school is no longer an option ... watch this space x ... View more

@taokat Those that understand need no explanation ... i hear you on many levels.  Hence why i love the yoga studio sooo much, no demands, in fact no talking, its all about me and the peeps are so loving and supportive in that they are there too poss for many reasons of self soothing into serenity ... real life detox and letting go.     Yes when it gets tough, in our life, lets be honest that's when people get busy, give advice not asked for as with their judgements and generally can turn their backs as our lives are in the too hard basket AGAIN.     Please understand this is not a tale of woe, yet one which we deal with daily, our grace is that we learn how to deal with many things, resilience is a natural learning journey, amongst many things, the top too would be gratitude and love.     We are actually if we turn our story around very lucky to be supportive and understanding of each other , yes we have our moments of much eg angers, damage, frustration, hurting, dysfunction, no talking and space, yet we have knowing that we are a family who works well together even in those dysfunctional times called life ing.     So again I hear you @taokat.  Asking for help can be draining especially when i hear .. oh good luck with that, that's a hard situation, yet you appear to be managing wel considering etc ... asking for help in my world is as real as self care, asking myself at times to show up for me, role modelling again for the kids that resilience skill we often hear, one breathe at a time, breaking life into small achievable breathes.    Help does come in many forms, for us sometimes we have to give time to see what has helped us, even if not to react when we feel we need more than we get, we have that knowing that we are all we need and there is not always a need to do or fix, yet to simply be feeling a positive , be it small or large.  What now is important in the moment we allow ourselves to simply stop, even for a moment and find a rose to smell.  Our appreciation levels are exercised.  And thank ful for online friendships.   ... View more

@taokat Those that understand need no explanation ... i hear you on many levels.  Hence why i love the yoga studio sooo much, no demands, in fact no talking, its all about me and the peeps are so loving and supportive in that they are there too poss for many reasons of self soothing into serenity ... real life detox and letting go.     Yes when it gets tough, in our life, lets be honest that's when people get busy, give advice not asked for as with their judgements and generally can turn their backs as our lives are in the too hard basket AGAIN.     Please understand this is not a tale of woe, yet one which we deal with daily, our grace is that we learn how to deal with many things, resilience is a natural learning journey, amongst many things, the top too would be gratitude and love.     We are actually if we turn our story around very lucky to be supportive and understanding of each other , yes we have our moments of much eg angers, damage, frustration, hurting, dysfunction, no talking and space, yet we have knowing that we are a family who works well together even in those dysfunctional times called life ing.     So again I hear you @taokat.  Asking for help can be draining especially when i hear .. oh good luck with that, that's a hard situation, yet you appear to be managing wel considering etc ... asking for help in my world is as real as self care, asking myself at times to show up for me, role modelling again for the kids that resilience skill we often hear, one breathe at a time, breaking life into small achievable breathes.    Help does come in many forms, for us sometimes we have to give time to see what has helped us, even if not to react when we feel we need more than we get, we have that knowing that we are all we need and there is not always a need to do or fix, yet to simply be feeling a positive , be it small or large.  What now is important in the moment we allow ourselves to simply stop, even for a moment and find a rose to smell.  Our appreciation levels are exercised.      ... View more

@Ngaio-RO I have tried Karate years ago and this recent school also have an anti bullying program , it was on Channel 10 news recently , teaching skills of the mat about virtues for same anti bullying message.  It comes from a change of mindset and non physical context (like i say off the mat).  An early intervention discipline education , not for all but makes the need for contact a smaller one in real life scenarios  as the bigger man or woman will have learned to walk away without need to prove physical strength yet mental and emotional regulation.    It's an interesting one hey ...  ... View more

  @seaglecc       I am sorry that you and yours had to go through all that mess, it woul have been , well i cannot imagine how any of you felt.  I am wondering now if things are better.   I admired your sharing of your story, taking the time to say how it is, helps share the message that it is a whole community issue at play not one family issue.    Just loved your last paragraph.  Awesome    with kindness and love x ... View more

@Brain-Fog ... hi nice to e meet with you. Apologies if needed for my ignorance what is VCE - that's new to me. Would you be ready willing and able to share a brief definition of what it is? 🙏🏻 ... View more

How cool is this for a quick 3 mins after checking emails at your laptop or phone !  Some chair yoga - doesn't that feel good ?!    https://youtu.be/0xbCfTHz3mU ... View more

yoga Nidra Position laying on your back arms by your side palms facing sky, legs long , melt into the floor as you listen to https://youtu.be/7H0FKzeuVVs Yoga Nidra works on central nervous system to make cellular changes All in 20 mins yes! 30 mins equivalent to 3 hours sleep Win win ... View more

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I am so pleased that you had a great break together, that your daughters way of being was lighter, it's a challenge being a teen at the best of times.  You sound like you have a good plan with a Gp visit! And have you spoken to the school , you said grades had dropped, maybe you have - contact there would support you and your dUghter whilst you investigate further, - good news is your daughter goes to school, that's awesome.  I do hope you get some answers soon and in the meantime the communication and relationship with your daughter is so important.  Do your have support with that or need help?    ... View more

I loved "my children amaze me". And felt the same about you also.   Stress less sounds great idea ...it is an essential to our (parents well being) even if only to assist our children some more, Did u find ways to stress less? I asked my kids permission this year , (reverse pyschology lol) , can I go back to yoga.  both my kids said same - you deserve to mum, you are a nicer mum when you do yoga, you love yoga why did you stop, and they Told me to go!  Now it's. win win, I am healthier happier and the kids too ,  ecause they saw me doing so much for them - they honestly felt better watching and supporting something for me.  Yes I agree whole heartedly "amazing kids"    ... View more

School options can include  leasing with student services, or asking Year coordiNators to assist, and maybe 'allow' a break for a while for a day a week.  Involve them in the process, educate them as to what's happening for your son, and maybe they can do the same.  It is common , especially in high schools when puberty hits etc.  He will not be the first or the last.  MAybe teachers can give home lpackages for the short term.   should absence be at an extremely low level Wa schools refer family to participation process and they will get in touch to see how they can help.     there are many alternatives they can help with if there is a diagnosis or Gp Backed evidence that it is challenging for the student, in which case SIDE online schooling can occur through the department - there must be a health or diagnosis evidence base.  this process I believe is usually started in year 11, but could be earlier if your ask.   there is private schools who teach at a different pace, and who offer online schooling too.  Just a few options - mainstream school has the most social opportunities and a great academic set up, yet it is. It for all.   good luck with all  ... View more

@hippychick my initial thought - was instant - trust your judgement and that you know your son best - there is no norm model to follow but your heart .  No doubt you will have a million and one judgements or suggestions (mine being one) .  Your teaching to your son also to trust his judgement and have his space is such a valid one.  To have open communication with your son is great, be it words, looks, body talk, or hearts connecting, sounding like that is happening for you both.  school is not for everyone 5 days ... Yes you will hear it's important, I feel a child supported will find direction.  My son is 16 and has ceased school , he is unable and we are now seeking homeschooling.  We are all different and have different needs - remember school is a general suitability - fantastic for the majority for the outcomes of WACE ... follow your heart.      Happy to to share our journey with you ... ... View more

Hi , I understand this is. It a short term fix yet thought to share what popped up in my email box, I am taking my daughter who is 13 with a friend , it is funded by Kidsport also with $200, maybe plus the uniform, so what's to lose but an hours class and travel, for a long term fix?  Though it's not for all, but maybe for some.      i blotted out out the company name in Perth , yet here's the rest of their email ....      Many of us have been bullied at some time, or at least witnessed our friends or other kids being bullied. Even now, with all the publicity about bullying and the zero tolerance attitude of schools, many kids who are bullied suffer in silence - in fact the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that 27% of of children in Australia have experienced some form of bullying....thats one in four children ! So how can you as a parent spot the signs? And more importantly,what can you do about it? Our program at ********* Martial Arts approaches different ways to handle bullying. A typical class discussing Bully prevention would include; Verbal Bullying Physical Bullying ​Social Bullying With confidence and discipline, children can avoid bullies wherever they are. Once your child show signs of weakness, they are more likely to be bullied. But when they are confident enough about their own self, they can appear stronger. By practicing martial arts, children will effectively develop leadership as well as self defense whenever they are outside their homes. So, if you are currently looking for an excellent partner to train your child, ******** Martial Arts is the place to be. We offer professional and child-friendly methods that your child will surely enjoy. Don't let your child be a statistic. Give them a life skill they deserve.           ... View more

Hi , I understand this is. It a short term fix yet thought to share what popped up in my email box, I am taking my daughter who is 13 with a friend , it is funded by Kidsport also with $200, maybe plus the uniform, so what's to lose but an hours class and travel, for a long term fix?  Though it's not for all, but maybe for some.      i blotted out out the company name in Perth , yet here's the rest of their email ....      Many of us have been bullied at some time, or at least witnessed our friends or other kids being bullied. Even now, with all the publicity about bullying and the zero tolerance attitude of schools, many kids who are bullied suffer in silence - in fact the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that 27% of of children in Australia have experienced some form of bullying....thats one in four children ! So how can you as a parent spot the signs? And more importantly,what can you do about it? Our program at ********* Martial Arts approaches different ways to handle bullying. A typical class discussing Bully prevention would include; Verbal Bullying Physical Bullying ​Social Bullying With confidence and discipline, children can avoid bullies wherever they are. Once your child show signs of weakness, they are more likely to be bullied. But when they are confident enough about their own self, they can appear stronger. By practicing martial arts, children will effectively develop leadership as well as self defense whenever they are outside their homes. So, if you are currently looking for an excellent partner to train your child, ******** Martial Arts is the place to be. We offer professional and child-friendly methods that your child will surely enjoy. Don't let your child be a statistic. Give them a life skill they deserve.           ... View more

@Big_Crab  I am sooo pleased to hear you have been inspired to join a local class ... let me know how you go please , I would be so interested to know.   I love that yoga is a non competitive activity, each class is different in that your mind body and breathe will appreciate different ways that it learns to be relaxing until you realise what that means again.  Maybe you will wonder , like me, how do I 'life' without it lol.     Heres a a little simple 15 min idea for home , simple is best I feel    http://www.todaysparent.com/family/family-health/5-perfect-yoga-poses-for-mom/     ... View more

@spaceman Such a great idea for 11 and 12s to assist .. it woul take some set up and training for the older students.  Many schools also have student services support officers who can advise with any issues, even ask the schools for incursions to be organised if the problem does not go away.  It is something which i agree can often be swept under the carpet yet needs to be addressed.  In the meantime what support can be given the the students outside of school to build self esteem for later life, karate, yoga, self defence, meditation, art and self esteem groups.  Unfortunately, life does teach us many strong lessons at school ... its great that you can communicate so well at home with your loved ones - that sure is gonna help ... good luck with it all!     ... View more

@Ngaio-RO Hmmm YouTube yoga clips ... Ill have to search some - great idea!  I do home practice - Salute the Sun mainly - simple and effect for the whole body.   Yet my fave is to go to a class with others - no pressure to talk at the times i do not wish to, yet very supportive loving friends there also.  I do a mix of hot yoga (yang) and relaxing yin yoga at a local studio close by who offer a great membership deal for as many classes as I wish.  Only time constricts me else i d be there everyday!     So some homework for me to find some gems on YOU TUBE ... yes i can do that  ... View more

Super hyped @Ngaio-RO ... !  I am always up for some learning ... and some fun!    ... View more

@Serapis22 Hi we have had yoga streamed into one post for ease. I am so pleased Yoga has found you! Maybe you could share the benefits that you feel from Your classes to enlighten others here? What benefits you- why bother ? For me my biggest positives are ... I go to a studio where in the yoga room no talking is allowed - blissful silence😍 Nobody asks me to do anything, I could simply lay on the mat for the entire class and sleep if I wished. However with a gentle compassionate teacher nothing is a problem and it's all about me - there's a change - I have loving support and learn many tools to detox life, my body I have scoliosis gets an internal Massage and feels a great stretch and strengthen . My mind is taught like a puppy to come back time and time again to allow my breathe to simply wash away the day. Sometimes I cry , life can have that effect yet I always come to the memory of who I am and come outa class smiling and serene and renergised and balanced for another day . That's why I love yoga ❤️ Any other stories to share? ... View more

@Ngaio-RO Yes Einstein! On the tip of my tongue lol! He has many phrases which I laugh with in our home. ... View more

@Ngaio-RO So much to say on yoga in schools! Yet breaking life into small achievable pieces ... may I suggest (1) a yoga incursion day/course at school - There are many trained professionals to assist - either funded by school or parents - it's a win win (2) go to App Store and download 'smiling mind' - you can ask school if they could use in classroom for focus - it does increase well being,emotional regulation (parents too ) and increase academic performance 🙏🏻 ... View more

Awesome thoughts and info My son also is unable to go to school - there's certainly no positive in a square peg in a round hole. I now accept after a year - it is not for him - finding what is well that's another subject which we will explore when the opportunity allows ... at this moment in time I bless the be it 5 mins of talk we have daily and we share hugs too ! This has taken a long time to get to this place - time is our most valuable asset and they have all the time they need - mental health is an individual path - yet to do alone without support is not the best - so I ask what's supports does Aussiemom have in place for her - ... View more

@waldo-pepper Yes consistency in some forms does not suit I agree. There is a phrase - I forget lol. In essence it says how do you expect to find a solution by trying the same thing over and over again. Saying that embracing 'Change' makes a great consistent tool in our world - a wonderful learning journey of life ... View more

Yes great to hear your comment about best years at school - it is not always the case - it can get better - the world can be a wonderful canvas on which to paint their picture & choose their colours or if they wish use any creative medium of expression they choose ... View more