Life Mediation and Coaching

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While I love Christmas, I am very aware that not everyone enjoys this day due to the dynamics in their family. Have a listen to my interview with Glenn Johns on 4KZ Radio - The Breakfast Experience where we chatted about how you can deal with family conflict before and on Christmas Day and learn practical strategies that you can start implementing right away! Let me know what you think about the episode in the comments below! #HolidayConflictResolution #FamilyDisputeResolution #ChristmasWithFamily #HolidayNegotiations #FamilyDynamics

Christmas is a time we spend time with our extended family, which can come with its fair share of tricky moments. I recently joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons  to talk about handling conflict during Christmas gatherings. I shared tips and ideas on how to approach challenging conversations, set boundaries, and keep things calm during the festive season. If you’re wondering how to make the holidays a little smoother this year, have a listen to our chat. Click here to listen to our full interview: https://lnkd.in/gbAiRZNb #FamilyDisputeResolution #HolidayConflictResolution AustralianMediators #StressFreeHolidays #HolidayNegotiations

The reflection posts about 2024 are now starting to appear on social media which I love. I am just not there yet as I cannot even remember what I did last weekend!! Anyone else or am I the only one? 😂 #2024Reflections #EndOfYearThoughts #FamilyMediation #FamilyDisputeResolution #AustralianMediators

Connecting as a family can be hard as everyone is so busy (including the kids) there is so much going on. Especially at this time of the year. Family time doesn’t always have to look perfect though—it’s about creating moments to connect in ways that work for you. For my family, sitting down for dinner together is one of those important times. Even when it is a short dinner and someone has to go to an activity after or before. We don’t do it every night, but we make it a priority as much as possible as I know the difference it makes to us and that it does not work for us if we don't. Having dinner together is a chance for us to talk about our day, share stories, laugh, and even negotiate when needed. This simple routine keeps us grounded and connected, and it’s something I grew up valuing in my own family. Whether it’s a weekly movie night, a regular walk in the park with the dogs, a shared meal or having a great chat in the car on the way to training, make sure you work in time to connect with your family in whatever way works for you all. When you are connected and know what is going on for everyone, you will find that communication improves and conflict is resolved and is prevented or resolved easily. I love to hear what you do with your family to connect. #FamilyConnection #FamilyTimeMatters #ParentingGoals #FamilyMoments

I have recorded a quick episode for you to give you some tips on how to get through the next couple of weeks without losing your sanity. I also cover how to negotiate with your family in the lead up and on Christmas Day so you can have a great holiday break without family conflict and fill your cup. Please share it with anyone who needs a little extra support right now. Search “Conversations To Cut The Conflict” in your favorite platform and listen to Episode 45 or listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ew3yrAWh #FamilyMediation #HolidayConflictResolution #FamilyDisputeResolution #AustralianMediators #PodcastEpisode

The Life Mediation team will have their Christmas break from December 20th to January the 5th. We will be back on Monday, 6th of January. It has been a big year. We have seen a lot of people and I am so proud of my team. They have all worked hard and provided our clients with an amazing service. We are ready for a break, it's time to recharge. Thank you for all your support this year and we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! #FamilyMediation #AustralianMediators #FamilyDisputeResolution #FamilyLawProfessionals #ChristmasBreak #HolidaySeason2024

A skilled mediator is attuned to body language, pauses, and gestures and is not just focusing on what people are saying. Sometimes a client might say yes I would like to do this but you can see that they are very uncomfortable and the answer they want to give you might be actually no. Being able to read these nonverbal cues is key in supporting clients as they go through difficult conversations. When you see this happen, you can ask a client and say: You are telling me that you agree but you look very uncomfortable, am I right in saying that? This opens up a conversation so you can talk to your client about what is going on and if they want to make this agreement or are not sure, for example. Make sure that you do not make assumptions when you think you can read someone. Check in with the client to make sure you are right. If you want to learn more mediation skills, check out our Mediation Success Blueprint—a resource designed to help you refine your mediation skills and build your practice. Visit https://lnkd.in/gRHY55HM  to learn more. And for a limited time, I’m offering 30% off on this program! Purchase by 21st December to grab your exclusive discount. Give yourself this program as your Christmas gift or a way to start 2025 strong. You have access to this program until the end of March so you will have plenty of time to do the work. Use code SUCCESS30 at checkout to save 30%. #FamilyMediation #MediationSkills #ConflictResolution #FamilyDisputeResolution #AustralianMediators

Are you and your co-parent stuck on opposite sides? Conflict can make it feel that way, but it’s worth remembering that you both have a shared goal: your children’s wellbeing. Do not forget that you are on the same team and keep reminding yourself of that when you find yourself in difficult conversations. If you need support in creating clear agreements to make sure that you and your co-parent are on the same page, reach out and we are here to help. Contact us to discuss your co-parenting needs:  📧 admin@lifemediation.com.au 📞 0862 193 679 We still have a few slots left before we go on Christmas break! #FamilyMediation #ConflictResolution #FamilyDisputeResolution #CoParentingAustralia #AustralianMediators #FamilyLaw

Christmas can be a special time, but it often brings extra layers of complexity when extended family is involved. For co-parents, balancing your family’s traditions, the other parent’s traditions, and what’s best for the kids is no easy task. Talking about it, managing expectations and making agreements as early as possible early can reduce or eliminate conflict so you can all enjoy the festive season and not dread it. Don't forget, your kids will remember the joy and the experience not the date that they did it on necessarily. Ask your extended family to be flexible and work with you if they can as it can be impossible and stressful to do everything on Christmas Day. We're still open to welcome new clients for mediation before the Christmas break! To schedule your session, reach out to us at: 📧 admin@lifemediation.com.au 📞 0862 193 679 #FamilyMediation #ConflictResolution #FamilyLaw #MediationMatters #FamilyDisputeResolution #AustralianMediators