Family

Have you ever sparked conflict with a young person? They're quite easy to start. But what many people don't realize, is the small things you can do to help build a better relationship with a young person.

Over the past few weeks with the Rugby World Cup, I must say it's been quite a record for how many times I've been breath tested!

It's a sad thought that our dear country has this kind of history that keeps repeating itself, but there are definitely some sound ways parents and relatives can make the growing up years a little easier.

Help Cure Kids in November - Walk on the Wild Side

Recently on my travel adventures, I came across a very low-decile community. I got the opportunity to tour around the high school in the town, but it was heart breaking to see and hear the young people's perception of what the future involved.

Now more than ever, more and more people are either getting divorced or not getting married in the first place for a variety of reasons.

At one point or another, as a parent or even relative, you're likely to stumble across the inevitable question, issue, or perhaps joy of teenage parties.

The inevitable happened at the end of July. I turned into an adult. Oh gosh.

Grandchildren learn all manner of things from their grandparents, from hobbies to sports, and an enterprising grandparent can ensure that they pass on knowledge that will help the child in the future.

The term Generation SMART is one I've coined over the past couple of years and it covers the 15 to 25 year olds of the world.