All relationships require 4 main characteristics. Know what they are? Find out more in this week’s episode. We dive into communication skills, and body language to understand how we express ourselves in our relationships. Most of us listen with one ear while thinking of what to say next. Does that mean you’re listening to understand or to respond? Join me with more conversation openers for you and your kids.

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There will be times when you will have to stretch your pennies further than your mates could ever imagine. Usually, after you’ve paid for your travel, car, phone, gym, and all the other bits and pieces, going out for a meal or picking up fancy food is something you simply might not be able to afford. Or maybe you like experimenting in the kitchen and love to cook.

Here are 5 dishes you could entertain with by adding some extra ingredients and oils, seasonings, and cheaper ingredients to give them a lift and create a depth of flavour.

Never be ashamed of what you have or have not. Do your best to make them tasty and nutritious so you don’t feel disadvantaged. Enjoy whatever you can come up with and have fun making it.

My only rule is that you add colour for your overall health.

Learn my all-time favourites hacks, tips, and tricks for being organised with your First Aid Kit, Protecting Your Valuables, Natural Remedies for anything from injuries to upset tummies, Packing for Delays, and so much more. I’m sure your holiday will benefit from some of these proven hacks.

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Genius hacks everyone should try. Brought to you from experienced travellers. Being organised at least 2 weeks prior to your trip seems to be a hit for a smooth, hassle free trip. I’ve included some of my favourite tips to help you pack, prepare, and feel relaxed. Check out part two for protecting your valuables, natural remedies, packing for delays and so much more

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How do you teach your children about savings? Do they have a piggy bank or a savings account? Learning to save a portion of earned money, or gifts for a bigger projects is an essential life skill. The earlier they learn even with the smallest amount of money the better off they will be when they are adults. What about you, how do you save for bigger ticket items like a car? Join me to learn about investments for everyone not just the rich. What dividends are, and how you can benefit from them, and so much more.

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What are you thankful for today? When is the best time to say ‘thank you?’.

Here’s just a little catchup and reminder that being thankful will spread ripples of joy to everyone you interact with throughout your day, so start being thankful now.

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What is happiness, and how does it really feel? It’s a tough question to ask yourself, ‘Are you happy?’

When was the last time you asked your children if they are happy? Sometimes we know the answer but don’t want to face it. Listen with them and open a conversation with them about happiness.

How do we cultivate happiness? I’ll answer all this and more on this week’s episode.

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Barbara created Life Skills from The Mansion Podcast after writing the (unpublished) book THE BOOK EVERY PARENT SHOULD READ WITH THEIR KIDS.

The book was created to open conversations between parents and children—conversations you might find difficult, conversations you might be out of touch with, but would like to know how your child feels. On Life Skills from The Mansion Podcast, she discusses how to teach kids about confidence, good manners, overcoming setbacks, and life planning.

This week we discuss Mindfulness for Stress and what we can do to alleviate the pressure we feel when stress builds. Donna Campbell from

Float-ology will take us through a short meditation you can do anywhere. Give it a try 👌🏾

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This week we ask, Is failure a thing? Where do you stand on failure v success. Can failure shape you and give you character or is that a lie?

What does success mean to you?

Get some pro tips on singing, dancing, and acting auditions from west end star Ashford Campbell (Dreamgirls, The Drifters Girl, Beautiful, X Factor.) And find out how Monopoly taught him resilience, how to handle money and showed him how to strategise for his job.

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Planning doesn’t have to mean writing a detailed plan for the future, on the contrary. Planning can be much more exciting and fun.

Have you made strides to plan for your children’s future? How does that look?

Join me to listen to my views on planning for the future, towards ‘that thing’ you want to do with your life.

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Teenage skin requires effective products that are gentle, cost effective, and are easy to use. Natural products are not only good for your skin, they also benefit the environment.

Showing your child (girls and boys) a quick routine will help boost their confidence as their skin improves. What is their skin type? What is your skincare routine? Is this a conversation you are ready to have with your kids? Let’s open the door.

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Etiquette! What is that and why should I care?

Etiquette is all about the way we carry ourselves, it’s an essential life skill to present the best version of ourselves. No matter what class, how much money you have , or where you come from. We should all practice etiquette. But do you? What do your kids know?

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Manners are polite and respectful ways to behave around others. Do teens get it right or wrong? How are yous?

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How to get confident for an important event. An essential life skill you can access at any time. Especially when you’re feeling low. Learn what I do and what you can teach your kids about being confident with my 12 Tips to Build or Boost Your Confidence. Listen, follow, share!

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Having a healthy mindset = power and countless possibilities for your future.

One of the most important things we know benefits our lives is to have a positive mindset. This does not come naturally to some; it is something you can work on by yourself at anytime. Having a mindset that is full of hope can lift you from the depths of despair to an unrecognisably brilliant you. Are you working on yours?

Let's talk about it. Head to YouTube or Instagram for a wider connection.

Knowing where your food comes from and why you're eating is essential.Mood food should lift you. Give you energy. Learning thisfrom an early age is probably one of the most important life skills you could teach your child. We put food into our mouths 3 times a day. Make it count!

LIFE SKILLS FROM THE MANSION is a podcast aboutthe many life skills kids need and adults forget to practice. The show aims to open conversations with parents and kidsabout vital life skills they should have and bad habits they shouldn't. By developing their life skills, they are preparing the foundations to ground them for their future success in school, work, and relationships.

Here in the Mansion we'll discuss many topics, includingfun stuff like skincare and car maintenance.We’ll also have tough conversations with your kids about everyday life, such as manners, confidence, understanding grief, sexual health, writing that perfect job application, finances, and so much more.

So grab your kids, a drink, and a snack, and join us on your favourite podcast platform to listen to our weekly show.

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