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Please Shut Up About Wanting Happiness for Your Kids

Karen Nimmo
Sep 4, 2018 · 3 min read

I just want you to be happy, we tell our kids as they step into the world.

I understand why we say this. We’re usually just coming off the back of the teenage years and all they brought with them: alcohol, drugs, bullying and friendship issues, mental health troubles, gaming, social media, sex and porn. Even if you didn’t knock up against one of these personally you’ll be…

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Karen Nimmo

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Clinical psychologist, writer, still learning how to live. Author of 3 books, including Busy As F*ck: 10 on-the-couch sessions for busy people everywhere.

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