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24.01.2022 Love this! Are there other habits that you now see you could adopt that would enhance the quality of your life moving forward? <3

22.01.2022 After months of keeping most of my thoughts and writing to myself, ever aware of their limitations, I am pleased to be sharing my 3:00 am musings from Friday. O...ffered with love and recognition of NAIDOC week too. <3 Words Escape Me Words escape me! They come to me in the dead of night and slip past my fingers before I can capture them. I plead with God to visit me in some more respectable hour when sleep has had its fill. And yet, now approaches the witching hour when the world is still, and inspiration flows, uninterrupted by life's mundane demands. Words escape me to describe how I feel that life as we know it has been thrown to the winds; careers, livelihoods, dreams and lives hijacked. For what purpose do we live in fear of one another, of an invisible demon that threatens our former existence? For what purpose has it come to dominate and manipulate our freedoms and trust, and rob us of our futures? Silenced by fear, confusion, fury we are left scurrying to opposite corners, few prepared to admit that answers escape them too. When will this end? When will mothers and fathers be free once more to face their children and answer their prayers with confidence? "How did we get here?", is the question we need answer most, and yet that we already know. How many will it take to depart this world before we see what unites us beyond race and colour and status? Beyond our identity or religion or belief, beyond the divide of privilege and poverty, ability and disability? And all that makes us human? Perhaps that is in God's plan! Even as we are torn between wanting to know the truth and clutching to beliefs which soothe our fragile minds, will the last laugh be on us? Will God - or some divine influence - be patiently watching, waiting for us to wake up, to let go of the illusion that this world belongs to us and to surrender to the responsibility we have to it? When we can return to the Respect for Country and Life that all Indigenous peoples have lived by, then we will be free. Then we can be trusted with the gift of the life that breathes through every particle of this Earth and every living thing that inhabits it. When we can respect not only the seen but unseen forces that coexist, then once more, will we be entrusted with its stewardship. Diane Viola 10 July 2020 https://positiverelating.com/words-escape-me/

19.01.2022 These words, which first came to me in 2011, have helped me define what I see as the essential message of my work and the way to live most fully and freely in life. For the full article 'A Positive Change of Heart', which is one of my favourites, please follow the link below. Have a great day! <3

19.01.2022 A Meditation & Updates to help you at this time from Diane Viola - https://mailchi.mp/dianeviola/phsjaqizzq-3391733

17.01.2022 One of the most important articles I've written about fathers illustrating many of the concepts that become apparent through our understanding of the Orders of Love in Systemic Family Constellations & especially relevant now! 'Whilst the landscape has changed in how we perceive fathers and their role, there are still times in which we, as a society, continue to underestimate and undermine even if in subtle or subliminal ways the importance and value of fathers in the liv...es of our children. Speak to enough men who have been estranged from their kids not because of a lack of love for the children themselves, but through a breakdown in relationship, a lack of belief in their capacity to parent, or (rightfully) because their own behaviour puts their childs safety at risk and its clear we have work to do in getting this right. In this Fathers Day article Id like to focus on the majority of men who are doing their best to parent their sons and daughters in a positive way and to consider how it is that some men have lost their place in the family and as fathers, where that is the case.' https://positiverelating.com/a-place-for-dad/

17.01.2022 On this Anzac Day remember not only our soldiers, past and present, but also those you know who may be feeling the loss of connection and reach out and let them know you are there for and with them. <3

17.01.2022 Thank you for the reminder wise Pooh!

16.01.2022 Okay so if you're a parent facing a future with your children at home for the first time for schooling, you may find this advice from Brene Brown helpful. I so appreciate the acknowledgement of teachers too, many of whom are going to be really challenged by the job ahead of them. As a former Primary & Special Education Teacher myself, one of the most important keys to my students' success was the partnership between myself and their parents. This is a great time to restore our respect for both parents and teachers and to reinforce that in our children. This is how we can 'take our place' as the 'big ones' and provide for our children the safety and comfort of knowing we are there for them at this time and always. <3

16.01.2022 So many of the issues that are of concern to us - particularly as parents - will be open to being addressed through these mini online Constellations Workshops. Looking forward to sharing them with you! <3

15.01.2022 Remember when Mother's Day Gifts were made by hand with love and didn't cost the Earth? Let me help you out this Mothers Day with your online shopping by sending a copy of Travels with Buster - A Journey of Unconditional Love to your mother on your behalf with a beautiful eCard and link to download her eBook for just $12.95. eCards available for a regular mum or a dog mum! You choose! :-) Follow the link for full details and to place your order or call Diane on +61 417 683... 006 with questions. https://dianeviola.com//travels-with-buster-a-journey-of-/ Signed paperback copies also available though delivery will now be after Mother's Day. It will be my pleasure to include an eCard as part of the purchase to let her know it's on its way. Offer extends throughout May, 2020. Looking forward to helping make Mother's Day a special one for you and your mum.

14.01.2022 At this time we are, fortunately, very aware of how many people are in need of help of one kind or another. It may also be a time when we can learn more about the strategies we use to ask for help and the importance of that. Just added a new article 'What's Your Help-Seeking Strategy?' to my site with love! <3 https://positiverelating.com/whats-your-help-seeking-strat/

13.01.2022 To help people to read more during this time, I've just reduced the price of my eBook to $9.95 AUD available directly from me and downloadable in 3 different formats. Enjoy and thank you for sharing. <3

13.01.2022 Fertility Coach Jennifer Robertson sharing her journey to motherhood to mark National Infertility Awareness Week and offer hope to those on the path. There are also some really helpful reminders for mothers-to-be during these restrictive COVID-19 times and how to make the best of it. <3

12.01.2022 For years now those working in healthcare have been overworked and undervalued, often leading to burnout, mental dis-ease and at times, suicide. It's heartening to see that we are finally recognising not only the contribution they make but also the toll this work takes on them and the need for them to be cared for too. <3

11.01.2022 For all our young people having the opportunity to express their creativity is so important to all aspects of their wellbeing. So good to see this being available during this time online. <3

10.01.2022 So delighted to be able to share this from a colleague. Perfect timing no doubt on RU OK? Day! Enjoy! <3 And here's Joanna Malinowska's message... Done! I published the Hypnotic Mindfulness Series on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/playlist This is my free gift to everybody to relax, calm your mind and wipe away stress and anxiety. Not that boring as mindfulness meditation and much more effective. So please enjoy. But beware! You will become mindful and peaceful. There are also very pleasant side effects. You will be sleeping like a baby at night, and you will be smiling much more. Here is the link to the playlist on YouTube. There are five audio records. They need to be listened in order, step by step, as each part builds on the skills and experiences from the previous one.

10.01.2022 Perhaps one of the biggest mistakes we make is that we leave OURSELVES off the list of people to whom we grant compassion. In this inspiring talk from Kristin Neff in 2018 - whose presentation at this week's Happiness & Its Causes Conference touched me deeply - is a wonderful reminder for both adults and young people. In such a difficult time we all need to learn how to treat ourselves as we would our dearest friends. Enjoy! <3

10.01.2022 Just love this! Look at that joy! <3

10.01.2022 Just love these Journals and how they facilitate sharing, understanding and connection between children and parents. <3

08.01.2022 Feeling discombobulated? Finding it hard to focus or stay grounded? In the wake of the Coronavirus, it's no wonder! In this video, designed to support you through this time, I touch on what we need to do to be able to navigate our way through the demands of Coronavirus and the changes 'imposed' upon our way of life. I share my article 'Hang on to Your Hat' which has resonated so much with me recently which you can read here https://positiverelating.com/hang-on-to-your-hat/. ...If you prefer to skip it, go to the 5:30 minute mark of the video. Stay tuned for other videos where I will address some of the practical things to do as well as help to sustain and enhance our relationship and family lives moving forward. Please reach out to me if I can be of service to you. You can find me at https://positiverelating.com or https://dianeviola.com or on +61 417 683 006 Take care of you and your world. With Loving Kindness, Diane Viola

07.01.2022 A great collaboration to make this book available for our young children to help them understand and engage in helpful conversation at this time. You can download the PDF to read to the little ones in your life here <3 https://interagencystandingcommittee.org//My%20Hero%20is%2

06.01.2022 Thank you Marguerite Picard & MELCA for continuing to be a source of reliable and compassionate information for families during such a difficult time.

05.01.2022 In this extract from Chapter 24 of 'Travels with Buster', 'The Things We Do For Love', I reflect on just how precious is our role as parents, sharing some of th...e journey I travelled with Buster over the course of his life, including the most difficult moments... 'I think that, like self-discipline, it is the willingness to do the things we really don't want to do but know are the right things to do, that allows us to surprise ourselves and others when we are called upon to step outside our comfort zones. There are so many things we do for love and rarely do we consider them a burden or sacrifice. In this way, as we give to others, we grow and become more of the men and women we were meant to be. The sheer satisfaction of getting my job done as a mother to Buster, seeing this little creature be so happy and healthy, made every action worth whatever it took. This is the privilege of being a parent, and when we stretch ourselves to fill those shoes we are left with a sense of wholeness that nothing and no one can take away from us.' <3 https://dianeviola.com/ See more

04.01.2022 Such a great opportunity for our little ones - we need to give them an outlet for their thoughts and feelings at this very difficult time. <3

04.01.2022 It's not difficult to understand why this would be the case! This study from the US relates to their workplace conditions, however this statement encapsulates findings that would apply across the board... In summary, the authors note, taking time off work following the birth of a child may enable fathers to become more engaged parents, contributing to reduced role conflicts, a more equitable division of household labor, and stronger relationships with mothers. When we cons...ider the increased understanding and empathy that comes from both the mother and father being engaged in parenting and the subsequent respect that follows, this strengthens the couple relationship and assists them to maintain a partnership of equals, which then supports the family unit as a whole. In Family Constellations this is referred to as 'The Orders of Love' being in place. <3 See more

04.01.2022 I think this is especially important for parents to remember as they deal with all the added concerns and challenges of this time. It is also a very empowering way of reframing this for our children. <3

04.01.2022 I love this quote from Desmond Tutu which I included In Chapter 3 of Travels with Buster, 'We Are Family'... So pertinent for our times and the International Da...y of Families. Children learn about the nature of the world from their family. They learn about power and about justice, about peace and about compassion within the family. Whether we oppress or liberate our children in our relationships with them will determine whether they grow up to oppress and be oppressed or to liberate and be liberated. Desmond Tutu <3 See more

03.01.2022 'Our job is to be the raft that leads to the far shore, to shine the light for another to remind them they are not alone, that we will get through this together... one day at a time, and to be enlightened ourselves by the inspiration that all human beings are capable of when they refuse to let their spirits be broken.' Diane Viola from my April 2011 article 'Reaching Out With Compassion' here https://positiverelating.com/reaching-out-with-compassion/ <3 See more

03.01.2022 Be inspired by who we are and what is available to us! <3

03.01.2022 Thought this could be good for your children. This link will also take them to some wonderful footage about our own Taronga & Dubbo Plains Zoos. Enjoy! <3 https://taronga.org.au/get-in/behind-the-scenes-documentary

02.01.2022 Details of the upcoming Social Issues Constellations Workshop Series - Phoenix Rising - Igniting the Spirit of Re-Generation beginning Saturday 15 August 2020. Please see https://www.facebook.com/events/230036214797538/

01.01.2022 Sharing my Easter Inner Sense News with love and blessings to you and your family. Please follow this link to read more. https://mailchi.mp/dianeviola/phsjaqizzq-3392881