TheBallisticBong: Recent Episodes
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Interesting viewpoints come out during a child's homework assignment on friendship!
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While my child heads back for his in-person classes, I take stock of how life is for him, me and all of us.
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Taking stock of the decluttering journey that started in October.
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We thought long and hard about taking a trip this year. Especially when we hadn't been able to catch up with immediate family. But a trip was on the cards and it felt and feels very soothing.
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After 9 months of pandemic-living, we get ready to look ahead and look back and just kick back and relax. On the cusp of the year end, what are you thankful for and how has your year shaped up?
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Over time somethings become clearer...we all need people around us. Not just a select few to hang out with and raise a toast to. But for those little everyday things like waving hello or saying good night to.
Here's what I think and feel about my community.
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An informative chat with an old friend and family therapist- Neha Dave in a 3-part discussion about children on the cusp of teenage and those who are already adolescents. Neha's based in Melbourne with her family and has over 11 years of experience in the field of therapy. Full disclosure- it's a bit glitchy due to some time lags in our conversation but it's very interesting and very useful for everyone who's ever wondered how they'll survive their child's journey through the teenage years. Reach out to Neha on her website for more inputs about any queries you may have- Www.nehadave.com
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We're back with round two of our discussion with Neha Dave, a family therapist based in Melbourne. Neha sheds some much-needed light on when to intervene, when to step back while parenting, picking your battles wisely and being mindful as a family!
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You may be the " I-told-you-so" kind of parent and maybe you're right most of the times, but giving into your child's whims can be a good learning mechanism for both sides.
We got a pet we didn't want for a kid who wanted it badly...till it came home!
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In conversation with a good friend who balances her business with her home, child and aspirations.
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A look at my things-to-do list reveals a quick bio that was to be shared and it gets me thinking about who I am...
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Our first guest speaker and a rather modest "smart guy" joins us with his inputs on technology, its usage and his take on the tech he often helps create.
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Taking a trip on your own or without your family can be a good thing..here's how..
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Pandemic or no pandemic...kids will be kids and somethings they are too much to handle. What do we do when the small humans start ranting at us?
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Having taken up and discarded activities, hobbies, skills for most of my growing years, I discuss what it means to be a dabbler and why it's not the worst thing in the world.
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Reflections on a Sunday morning about how much stuff we have and if we really need all of it.
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