Raising emotionally
aware families
Insights, stories, and practical tools on emotional intelligence, parenting, and building connection — from our founder, Anne.
Welcome to the Little Namu Blog
Why I started writing about emotional intelligence for families — and what you can expect here.
Why Kids Say "I Don't Know" — And What to Do Instead
It's not defiance. It's not laziness. When your child shuts down emotionally, there's usually a very good reason — and a simple fix.
The Science of Naming Feelings (And Why It's Not Just Touchy-Feely)
Neuroscientist Matthew Lieberman calls it 'affect labelling.' The data is clear: naming a feeling literally calms the brain. Here's what that means for your family.
The One Word That Changes Everything: Naming Feelings Out Loud
Research shows that naming a feeling — just saying the word out loud — changes what happens in your brain. Here's how to use that with your kids.
When Parenting Mirrors Your Own Childhood
Most of us are parenting from a script we didn't write. Recognising that script is the first step to changing it.
5 Feeling Card Rituals That Actually Stick
The families who get the most out of Feeling Cards are the ones who build tiny, consistent rituals around them. Here are the five that come up again and again.