Posted: November 7, 2025
Daniel grew up in a house full of care . His immigrant parents worked long hours, provided for him, and encouraged him, making sure he never went without . Yet their own stories: childhoods, struggles, even how they arrived in Australia; these were rarely spoken...
Posted: August 2, 2025
Confucian parenting has long emphasised values such as respect for elders, discipline, and academic success. While these values are deeply rooted in cultural heritage , integrating them with other parenting practices can help support well-rounded development in children. It’s about finding a balance between upholding...
Posted: July 21, 2025
Confucian parenting, with its focus on respect, discipline, and academic success , can significantly shape a child's development. While these values bring many strengths , including tight-knit families , always having a support network and somewhere to turn to, and an ethical and considerate way...
Posted: July 18, 2025
Confucianism has guided cultural norms and family dynamics in Asian societies for over 2000 years, shaping both social behaviours and family dynamics. If you have roots in Chinese, Korean , Japanese, or Vietnamese culture, this could influence how your family operates (whether your family realises...
Posted: September 5, 2024
The process of healing from parentification requires time, self-compassion, and often professional support. Here are some steps to consider: Recognising and engaging with the thought patterns : You may have a lot of thoughts such as: Start by engaging the unhealthy thought patterns and behaviours...
Posted: September 4, 2024
Despite some positive aspects such as a strong sense of responsibility or high levels of independence, parentification can lead to various issues that fly under the radar and run deeply into adulthood later on: Influence on Identity and Relationships : The burden of adult responsibilities...