Little People
Big Wisdom
I took my 6 year old son Lewis to the shopping
centre a couple of weeks ago, on a day that was
ridiculously busy and loud.
Shopping centres challenge me at the best of
times, let alone when you have a 6 year old little
man in tow and crowds upon crowds of people
who seem to be out with the
sole purpose of testing your
patience.
After our exhausting adventure
through the shops with
repeated comments of “not
today Lewis”, “next time Lewis”,
“come on please Lewis, quickly”
we found ourselves back in the
car. As I was trying to regain my
composure and recapture just a
slight whisp of patience I caught
a glimpse of Lewis in the rear
view mirror sitting quietly in his
seat, a gentle smile on his face,
simply content with the world
around him.
“So Little Man” I said, “I get a
bit frazzled when we go into
shopping centres don’t I?”
So we breathed deeply, in and out.
2. “Then you need to kick a tree”.
“Pardon?” I asked, checking I had heard this one
right.
“Well not the tree, but the leaves. Find a tree that
has lots of leaves on the ground
and kick them”
3. “Just forget about things”.
“Ok, you’ll need to explain this
one a little more Lewis”
“You worry too much when we
go shopping. Just forget about
those things”
4. “Have fun”
What beautiful, simple wisdom
Lewis offered me that day.
He remembers too, gently
reminding me in times when I
feel challenged, “remember our
breathing Mummy?...”
Pure, simple wisdom that can
be applied immediately in any
challen ging situation:
1. Breathe
“Yes” came the short reply with
a look that only an innocent little 6 year old could
get away with giving his mother.
2. Express your frustration in
a playful way – like kicking some leaves on the
ground
“OK, so help me out. In your wonderful world
of wisdom, what advice do you have for
Mummy when we go in the shopping centre
to help me stay patient and calm? What are 4
things I can do?”
3. Let Go. There is no point dwelling in the past,
no point worrying about the future, just let go
and be in the moment.
Lewis considered this for a moment and then
responded with some very sage advice…
1. “First Mummy, you have to breathe. Big deep
breaths in and out. Do it with me now”
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4. Have fun. Yes, we are here to play, explore and
enjoy this earthly experience.
I feel very blessed to have such a wise little soul,
and teacher, in my life.
Ask an Expert
Kara Belgrove
N.D, Dip Rem Mass, Dip B.M, ATMS
NATUROPATHY, HERBAL MEDICINE
Kara has been practicing at the Lotus Health & Wellbeing Centre for the past 12
years. She has a passion for living a natural life full of vitality.
Q. If I see a naturopath do I have to give up coffee, and wine?
A. Not necessarily, although naturopaths do like moderation in your diet.
Certain conditions may need you to give up some favourites for a while but this
will be explained to you and is usually for a short time only.
Q. I take medication regularly, can I still see a naturopath?
A. Yes. Please bring along a list of any medications you take and your
naturopath will make sure your treatment plan takes these into account.
Q. I saw a naturopath once before and found I hated the taste of the herbs.
Should I try again?
A. Yes. Your naturopath will make a decision with you, as to whether you need
liquid herbs or tablets.
Q. Can I claim seeing a naturopath with my private health fund?
A. Yes, if your health fund covers it. Our naturopaths at Lotus are registered
with Hi-caps so you can claim your private health fund enefit at the reception
counter.
Q. Why is the first appointment with a naturopath an hour long?
A. Your naturopath would like to take a thorough case history and look at your
health issues in relation to how your body is working as a whole. An hour
allows enough time for this to be thorough.
Think about those moments where you feel
challenged, frustrated or impatient and see if any
of these suggestions can come to your aid.
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