Life is like Jenga. One wrong move and unexpectedly, it’s completely scattered on the floor. The building you so carefully put together, lies in pieces inRead More
Tag: Positive Parenting
Since my last post Because I Worry, I’ve been sitting with a persistent question—how do we raise children who understand boundaries, rejection, failure, and respect?
A movie, a memory, a moment with my son—everything is pointing to one thing: we have to start the conversation now. About sex, consent, failure, gender, media, anger, and how all of it affects our kids.
This post isn’t a checklist—it’s a work-in-progress from a home like yours.
Twelve thoughts. One intention: raise better humans.
Let’s begin, one uncomfortable conversation at a time.
This morning, I was introduced to the world of Incels—men angry at women for their loneliness and rejection. As I watched and read, it hit me: these aren’t just strangers in another country. They could be boys in our homes. Sons raised by mothers like you and me. This isn’t about blame—it’s about responsibility. If we want to change the narrative, we have to raise boys who can handle rejection without rage. Who grow into men, not monsters. One child, one home, one conversation at a time.
Yehoshua was due for his shots. My memory of him was that of a baby who waltzed through the appointment without much of a hueRead More
Before kids, travel was pack your bag and leave. You could get tickets on the way or choose a destination based on availability of tickets. Read More
First thing first. Labels and tags are perfect for books and things. They catch your eye, get you curious, help you click on a link, open aRead More
I like collecting pretty things: jewellery, sarees, books, stationery, anything that catches my attention.During our separation, my ex-husband used it to chide me—I was replacingRead More
Let’s face it, I am a shitty parent. A shitty parent, who has successfully managed to to raise a boy who stands apart from theRead More
My son came home with two numbers written in his notebook. “There is a South City Super League happening. Could you please find out more?”Read More
Author: Ann Thomas People tend to fall in love with Yehoshua. He breaks every social norm. He disarms you with his smile before he makesRead More