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After-school activities: When is it too much?

Is your kid too busy? Or is what they are doing after school just right? Find out below. Just weeks ago, my 6-year-old daughter asked me if she could have a playdate after school with one of…

Karen Santos February 7, 2025

Blog Moms Inspiring Moms relationships

Look good. Feel good. Do good.

**Have you ever encountered this saying? “You have to look good to feel good, and to do good.”** I was reminded of this recently when I had a routine visit with my gynecologist. As we wrapped up…

Karen Santos January 24, 2025

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What makes your life rich?

What makes a person's life rich? Listening to this podcast has profoundly impacted me, prompting me to reflect on how I live. It’s inspired me to reevaluate my choices and the direction I’m heading in.

Karen Santos January 16, 2025

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Blog Moms Inspiring Moms Parenting

How to Handle a Tantrum Calmly

Tantrums can be tough, but staying calm is key. Keep your face, voice, and body relaxed. Don’t try to explain during the outburst—just show you care, empathize, and listen. This simple approach helps de-escalate the situation and fosters understanding between you and the child.

Karen Santos January 13, 2025

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How Full is Your Bucket? For Kids

One Saturday morning, Tala came up to me and asked me, “Nay, do you have an invisible bucket, too?” I had no idea what she was talking about, and when I asked her about what an invisible…

Karen Santos August 27, 2024

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Gabby’s Dollhouse Playlist

Have you heard about the show Gabby’s Dollhouse? This is a story about a little girl named Gabby who has a pair of special cat ears that helps her to shrink and fit into her cat-themed dollhouse. …

Karen Santos August 15, 2024

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7 Habits of Happy Kids by Sean Covey: Summary and Application

A year ago, I came across an online bookstore that sells children’s books. Among the numerous books that it sells, what caught my attention is the book 7 Habits of Happy Kids by Sean Covey. As a…

Karen Santos August 14, 2024

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Five Questions I Ask Myself Before I Start My Day

Have you heard about the book The 5 AM Club? If you haven’t, then let me tell you about it. This book, popularized by author Robin Sharma, states that there is a profound positive effect on your…

Karen Santos August 12, 2024

Blog Team Tala Travels United Kingdom

London Eye River Cruise

Welcome back to Team Tala Travels! In this article, we will talk to you about our London Eye River Cruise last summer. We did this activity right after walking on the Tower Bridge and appreciating its majestic…

Karen Santos August 9, 2024

Blog Hong Kong Team Tala Travels

Mong Kok vs Disneyland? Where to go in Hong Kong

So, if you would be going to Hong Kong for just one day, would you rather go to Disneyland or Mong Kok? =)

Karen Santos March 22, 2024