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Inspired by a curious signboard at New Zealand’s Larnach Castle and an old Irish nursery rhyme, this reflective piece explores the delicate balance between going with the flow and making intentional decisions as a parent, educator, and person. Join me as I share the lessons learned amid the twists and turns of multicultural parenthood. Perhaps there’s no right way - only our way.

As parents, we often focus on caring for others and forget to care for ourselves. During Mental Health Awareness Week, I’m sharing a few simple practices that help me stay calm and grounded — from daily meditation to learning to “let it pass” and making time just for me. Because our wellbeing matters too, and being kind to ourselves is part of raising happier families.