"Bring Calm and Happiness to Your Home with 'Hunt, Gather, Parent': An Ode to Overworked Parents"

Dear Exhausted Parent,

Do you feel like you're constantly torn between the demands of work and the responsibilities of parenting? Do you find yourself struggling to strike a balance between the two and feeling like you're failing at both? If so, you're not alone. Many of us face the same challenges, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. But there is hope, and it comes from the lessons from a book that can transform your life and your children's lives.

"Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans" was recommended to me by my children's GP when we were discussing the rollercoaster of parenting. I am so glad I picked it up. It is a book that offers a fresh perspective on parenting. It draws on the wisdom of ancient cultures and the lessons they have to teach us about raising happy, healthy, and well-adjusted children. From the importance of outdoor play to the benefits of chores and responsibilities, this book provides practical and actionable advice you can implement in your life.

One of the key lessons from the book is the importance of connection and community. In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves isolated from each other, but ancient cultures emphasized the importance of community in raising children. By building strong connections with your children and your community, you can create a supportive network to help you navigate parenting challenges. As new ex-pats in the neighbourhood, we started an online book club in our community as a first step towards that. It's fun and engaging and provides a platform of acceptable content - not a world of Tiktok and Instagram - that can be shared offline and online with my children's friends.

Another important lesson is the role of nature in teaching children about resilience and adaptability. Spending time in nature can help children develop a sense of independence and build the 21st-century skills they need to navigate the world. From playing outside to exploring the great outdoors with one another, nature provides a wealth of opportunities for creative and critical thinking, negotiation, cooperation, communication, growth and development.

So if you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted, take heart. "Hunt, Gather, Parent" can help you transition from a house of chaos and frustration to one of calm and happiness. By incorporating the lessons from this book into your life, you can create a more harmonious and purposeful household where your children thrive, and you feel fulfilled.

"The first step towards getting "somewhere" is to decide that you are not going to stay where you are".

My family and I have just started on this journey. Who knows where it leads? But just like entrepreneurship, sometimes in life, it's just about finding that next "first step."

So what are you waiting for? Take the first step towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Tune into "Hunt, Gather, Parent" today, and start the journey to a happier, healthier, and more peaceful family.

Yes, You have got this!

Make 2023 your year to be a loving, present and heard parent!

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With love and support,

Another parent making it up as she goes along -

Leesa

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