by Sarah Fisher | Apr 25, 2019 | getting support, non-violent resistance, Priorities, strategies
Before I became a parent I decided I didn’t want to be a nag. It used to drive me nuts when I mum constantly asked me to do something (sorry mum!). If I’d just got on and done it, she wouldn’t have had to nag but as a child that logic didn’t...
by Sarah Fisher | Apr 3, 2019 | getting support, non-violent resistance, strategies
As a parent I came to NVR when things were tough. At the time I don’t think I used the word crisis, but they were definitely tough times. I was trying to find a way through that would help my son and me, and create a calmer family home. I was introduced to NVR...
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 27, 2019 | getting support, parental presence, self care, strategies
The school holidays are not far away and for many that can be an anxiety inducing time. For the parents, as well as the children! For other families the school holidays are a brilliant time, as the worry of school isn’t there. Personally, whilst I love the...
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 14, 2019 | getting support, strategies
Having people around us who can help us and understand our needs is important. The phrase ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ is still very relevant but so often when I’m talking to parents they don’t feel like they have any support around...
by Sarah Fisher | Feb 7, 2019 | de-escalation, getting support, Mindset, non-violent resistance, parental presence, reconciliation
Photo by Ray Hennessy on Unsplash Can’t I just deal with the meltdowns? I get asked this question a lot and I understand why. When I’m working with parents, whether 121 or in a group, it’s often the meltdowns / rages / escalations that have brought them to...
by Sarah Fisher | Nov 14, 2018 | getting support, parental presence
Calmer Christmas? Christmas is that time of year when everyone goes a little mad in my opinion. Well I say everyone, obviously that’s an over statement, but I do think this need to spend ridiculous amounts on our kids is a little crazy. For many, Christmas is...
