Ten Reasons Why We Fail
Here are ten reflections on falling short of a desired outcome. More precisely, why we fail despite ourselves or our best intentions.
Perfectly Imperfect Marriages
Despite the promises of Hollywood and fairytales, the perfect marriage is the one that helps us grow the most. And that’s not likely to be a marriage without hardship or trouble.
Lynching of Men is Our National Sport
If Australia’s male suicide rate could be reduced to that of the rest of the world, 10 men per week would be saved from an early death.
Should Teachers Give Out Parenting Advice?
Common sense parenting isn’t so common sense, and the support networks once available to new parents are no longer there. But is it our schools’ responsibility to train parents?
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Not all heroes wear capes. Mostly, they’re just everyday people. As we approach International Men’s Day on November 19, take some time to think about the heroes and positive male role models in your life.
The Innate Difference Between a Mother and a Father
What Angie and I are learning during this season is just how differently the two of us are wired. Motherly instinct is an incredibly powerful force, and this holds just as true for an adoptive mother as for a biological one.
Softly Spoken Wins the Heart
Having a difficult conversation is sometimes necessary. All couples need to be able to maturely address issues ranging from selfishness, neglect, or simple differences of opinion.
Become a Morning Person and Do Life Better
Fast forward to parenthood, and things have changed somewhat. I’ve become a reluctant morning person, but it’s had some surprising benefits.
Children Won’t Tell You, But They Need Time With Dad
According to the social sciences, 70% of prisoners are fatherless in one way or another. That is the reason prisons are known as homes for fatherless men.
2500 Empty Shoes: Male Suicide Visual Presentation for International Men’s Day
2500 Empty Shoes is a visual presentation on male suicide, held this year on 16 and 19 November on the lawns of Parliament House, Canberra. Day 2 coincides with International Men’s Day.
