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Anna Mathur's 'The Little Book of Calm for New Mums' offers a collection of grounding words and supportive advice for navigating the emotional challenges of early motherhood. Designed as a comforting resource, it provides mantras, tips, and compassionate words tailored to the highs, lows, and in-between moments of new motherhood. The book aims to bring comfort and clarity to new mothers. It encourages self-compassion and emotional well-being during a transformative period. Ultimately, the book serves as a practical and supportive guide for new mums seeking calm and reassurance.

Anna Mathur's 'Mind Over Mother' addresses the emotional and mental challenges faced by mothers. The book provides practical guidance and support for managing stress, anxiety, and the overwhelming demands of motherhood. It encourages self-care and self-compassion, helping mothers prioritize their well-being. The book offers tools to navigate the complexities of modern motherhood. Ultimately, 'Mind Over Mother' aims to empower mothers to find balance and joy in their lives, while nurturing their own mental and emotional health alongside their children's.

Written in the 5th century BCE, 'Antigone' by Sophocles is a tragedy set in the ancient Greek city of Thebes. The play revolves around Antigone, the daughter of Oedipus and Jocasta, who defies King Creon's law by burying her brother Polyneices, who was declared a traitor. This act of civil disobedience sparks a profound exploration of themes such as the tension between personal morality and state law, the nature of justice, the role of fate, and the dangers of excessive pride. The play highlights Antigone's unwavering commitment to her familial duty and the gods, contrasting with Creon's rigid adherence to the law. The tragic consequences of their inflexible moral standpoints lead to a devastating outcome, questioning the absolute authority of human law versus divine law.