Christmas: Celebrate the Light; Recognise the Difficult
This Christmas, we pause to reflect on a year that has held both immense beauty and sorrow. In both, we have seen families come together, communities support one another, and children reminding us of love in the simplest of ways. Christmas is a season that embraces this balance — celebrating the
A Heartwarming Milestone: A Decade of Gordon Parenting
It was a joy to gather with graduates from 2015 to 2025 — reconnecting, sharing memories, and reflecting on the lasting impact P.E.T. has had on our families and hearts. The day was filled with meaningful moments: A thoughtful session by Casey McGrath on nurturing emotional balance—for ourselves and our children.
International Men’s Day: “Supporting Men and Boys”
This year’s International Men’s Day theme, “Supporting Men and Boys,” calls us to act—not just to recognize a challenge, but to be part of the solution. Men’s mental and emotional health is facing a crisis, rooted in long-standing social messages like “man up” and “don’t show weakness.” These messages start early,
Tolerance Begins At Home
While International Day for Tolerance calls on us to think globally, its most powerful practice begins within the walls of our own home. As parents, the appreciation and respect we model within our families directly shapes the next generation. The 'Line of Acceptance,' a concept from Parent Effectiveness Training for understanding
Let’s Radiate Kindness Today and Always
On World Kindness Day, let's remember that kindness is a practice – a practice not just for today but in our day-to-day, both with our children and with fellow parents. With Our Children: When you lead with and engage with your heart, you create a safe space for connection. Be mindful
Less About Perfection; More About Presence
This time of year, many parents feel caught between the joy and pressure of the season. Halloween, once a simple childhood joy, now often comes with the weight of ‘chaotic,’ ‘overwhelming,’ and ‘expensive’ expectations. But what if we reclaimed it? What if Halloween became less about perfection and more about presence?
Students’ Mental Health Matters
This World Mental Health Awareness Month, our focus is on the well-being of students in Hong Kong. We’re seeing that over 40% of our young people are showing signs of depression and anxiety, often feeling they have no one to turn to. As a parent, you are your child’s most powerful
Supporting Mom Through Menopause
When Mom is navigating the exhausting waves of perimenopause—be it fatigue, brain fog, or hot flushes — young children may feel the shift in household energy but not be able to articulate it. As a dad and partner, the most powerful thing you can do is Become the "Go-To" for decompression. Don’t
Back-To-School Tips
As the school year approaches and those to-do lists grow longer, let’s pause and remember what matters most—whether your child is starting kindergarten or navigating high school hallways: Connection comes first No matter their age, kids thrive on feeling seen and heard. For younger ones, it might be a bedtime story or
Friendships Shape How We Parent
Behind every effective parent, there’s usually a friend or three who calmed us through the chaos, loved us deeply when life got messy, and cheered us on with “You’ve got this!”. Now in today’s fast-paced, globally connected world, the importance of meaningful friendships is more profound than ever. In fact, recent
