When I was young and someone called me a name, I remember yelling out that phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me“.  Although I remember saying that phrase, I don’t think I ever really meant it. When you are young and you have someone calling you a name that makes you feel bad, sometimes the only way to protect yourself is to act like whatever the person said doesn’t bother you.

During my school years I remember that I always wanted to fit in. I didn’t necessarily want to be the popular crowd, but I didn’t ever want to give kids a reason to pick on me. In school you tend to get judged by what you wear, so  even though my mom wasn’t rich, she always tried to buy me some name brand clothes and shoes for school so I felt good going to school. My mom spent a lot of time rummaging through the sales and clearance racks trying to find me deals that wouldn’t break her pocket that would put a smile on my face. I never made fun of the kids that were less fortunate, but I can’t say that I didn’t see it happen.

Childhood bullying can have a lifelong impact, leading to depression, anxiety, substance abuse and even suicide. But we have the power to prevent it, if we take action.

Now that I am a mom, I have a tendency to worry about my children and the bullies that they might come across at school. When my kid’s come home and tell me about rude or cruel things that other kids have said, it makes me sad and even mad. I teach my kids to be nice to others and treat others how they would like to be treated and am hoping that more and more parents will encourage their children to praise other kids instead of put them down.

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With spring in the air, you might be looking for fun, yet affordable things to do at the weekends. There are plenty of activities you can do during your two-day break from work, so here are four money-saving ideas for frugal families.

• Arrange a trip away

Believe it or not, you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy a trip away! There are many offers and deals available these days, so have a look around and see what you can find. Make the most of kids go free offers and book outside of half-terms or other holidays as prices will be lower. If you pay electronically, however, use a UK credit card with minimal charges and try to clear your outgoings before leaving home.

• Visit friends or relatives

If you’ve got a weekend to spare, why not invite your friends or relatives to stay? You won’t have to travel anywhere and will keep costs down by relaxing at home. Of course, you’ll probably have to provide some kind of food, but supermarkets are packed with low cost snacks and value meal deals. Making things from scratch could also save you a fortune, but always compare prices between shops before stocking up on ingredients.

• Make the most of outdoors

Being cooped up all day is far from fun, so grab your thermals and make the most of the great outdoors. Sure, it’s still a little cold but when you’re walking through a park or cycling through the woods, you’ll be warm before you know it! The flowers start to bloom at this time of the year and baby animals are hopping around the fields, so take the time to be at one with nature.

• Enjoy arts and crafts

If the weather takes a turn for the worse and you’re stuck indoors, it could be time to unleash your creative side. Arts and crafts are great fun for the whole family, so buy some paint, paper, pens and other basic supplies and let your imagination roam free. Stickers, transfers, glitter glue and coloured card can also come in useful and are available at most arty stores at a decent price!

As a parent, you’re probably always on the lookout for low rate credit cards and other affordable deals, but don’t forget to have fun at the same time!

Ever since I was a child I wanted to have my own business. I remember instead of playing house with my cousins, we would play office and pretend that were business women. It was fun and as soon as I had my first computer and the internet, I wanted to find as many ways to make money from home that I could.

I have watched so many different infomercials throughout the years. What I have learned through the last decade is that not every opportunity is meant for everyone.  This week I have been watching the FREE videos series from the Big Idea Mastermind. Although I haven’t got rich overnight just yet, I haven’t spent anything out of pocket either.

Here is the concept behind the Big Idea Mastermind…

To be successful, you truly have to find something that you have a passion for. Not only have I watched different entrepreneurial and internet marketing videos, I have read a ton of information online, I have read a ton books, ebooks and reports. I will still continue to watch and read as it can sometimes be great source of motivation. Or maybe a way to spark an idea you haven’t thought of.

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Have you been successful with any of these online income opportunities?