We’re going to talk about the Hot Chocolate Breathing technique. If you have our interactive parent-child journal "The Story Of Us", you can turn to page 64.
Once you’ve learned this technique, try practicing it with your child from time to time.
That way, when they really need to calm down, you can gently remind them:
“How about we pretend to take out a cup of hot chocolate and try to cool down together?”
Did an hour run, then went to a cha chaan teng for lunch and cake at night
Have you heard of these 3 songs about mom?
I’m unboxing and setting up my stand-up desk for the treadmill. It’s time to put those steps in while getting things done, no more excuses!
Siu-ding is back to celebrate my birthday! Should we invite her back more often? Let’s vote — yay or nay?
our 5-minute podcast about The Story of Us — our parent-child interactive journal 📔
Timestamps:
1:12 — The most precious thing about this journal
1:53 — How often do I use this journal
2:13 — Which topic should we choose?
2:26 — Page 86
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Update about the garage sale and my early bday celebration
We are having a sale now! Guess what the best-selling thing is? I was totally surprised!
In today’s 2-min episode, I’m reviewing a beautifully translated set of two books originally from Korea, designed to support young girls through puberty. One book focuses on understanding the body, while the other explores the emotional and psychological side of growing up.
Original Author: 孫京伊 (Sohn Kyeong-i)
Translator: 申昊鑫
Language: Traditional Chinese
Publisher: 三采文化
Chinese Title: 《9歲小女生的性教育寶典【全2冊】》
Includes:
What's in my grocery bag this week
My half marathon (no English subtitles)
How was your weekend? Mine was a good busy: Catching up with friends I haven't met for over a year, picking up my race kit, and dealing with a little car problem.
Most bullying happens when peers are around — nearly 90% of the time. But here’s the powerful truth: if a peer steps in to support the person being bullied, the bullying usually stops within 10 seconds.
That means the people who see bullying happen have the power to stop it. Staying silent gives more power to the bully. But speaking up or stepping in helps take that power away.
If the kids witness bullying, they can say something like:
“Stop! You’re hurting them!”
Or they can simply go over, stand beside the person being bullied, and walk away together.
This can feel really hard to do alone, so try to stick with a friend or two who will support them. Being brave together makes a big difference.
Got new microphone for the podcast
In today’s episode, be talking about 3 simple but powerful games you can play with your kids to build courage
In today’s episode, we’ll use real-life examples and positive parenting phrases to walk through three gentle, practical steps that parents can use to help their children build courage over time:
In today's episode, we'll talk about how a child speaking up in class, even when they’re afraid of being judged, is actually a powerful act of bravery.
Tired of eating the same old breakfast every day? Me too. That’s why I asked my dietitian friend to help me switch things up.
Note: Subtitles are auto-generated and lightly reviewed, less polished than my usual work. Thanks!
A quick video on buzzwords people use to describe older generations online. ***Heads up: This episode may include some rude or inappropriate words. Just a reminder in case you’re listening with your kids.
Self reflection: parenting.
Audio version at www.Cantonese4Parents.com
Note: Subtitles are auto-generated and lightly reviewed, less polished than my usual work. 🙇🏻♀️ Thanks!