Anna minds Therapy in Townsville, Queensland | Mental health service

Anna minds Therapy

Locality: Townsville, Queensland

Phone: +61 1800 519 739

Address: 130 Charles Street 4814 Townsville, QLD, Australia

Website: https://betterminds.com.au

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25.01.2022 No matter what your lifestyle or parenting or career choices are, there will always always be someone with a negative opinion about it. For whatever reason, even by well meaning loved ones, they will find a way to project their insecurities, and their fears and their negativities onto you and your life. And it’s hard not to take it on, it seeps into your belief of yourself and your abilities and that little voice creeps in ‘Am I doing the right thing?’ ... Or ‘they are right, I’m no good’ I’m not going to say - don’t listen to it because as humans we naturally have the desire to be validated or acknowledged - some need it more than others. But until we learn that it’s only ourselves that we need the validation from - the voice of others will always, always hurt or strike a cord within us. Criticism and negativity from difficult people is like a wall. And if you focus on it, then you’ll run right into it and what is on the other side of it will be blocked from your view all together. You’ll get blocked by negative emotions, anger, and self-doubt. Your mind will go where your attention is focused. Criticism and negativity don’t prevent you from reaching the finish line, but they can certainly distract you or delay you from it. So focus on your outcome, sit with your choice and decide, does this make sense for me at THIS time and does this align with my intention and my outcome? Sometimes just sitting in silence with those questions will bring about the clarity or assurance you desire.

22.01.2022 And sometimes the hardest person to admit them to is actually ourselves...

21.01.2022 Monday morning! Describe your morning in a gif...Monday morning! Describe your morning in a gif...

20.01.2022 It was another stand off, I had triggered the ex-husband and he wasn’t dealing well with his emotions. He moved towards me and a little voice in between us said ‘don’t hurt my mummy’. Those soft words smacked me in the face and for the first time I saw my relationship was what it really was. ... I was done. Emotionally, mentally and physically done. I asked him to leave. I was devastated my marriage was over, terrified of being by myself for the first time in 11 years and embarrassed to tell my family and friends I had failed. I hated him for leaving me to deal with everything in our lives at the time including the financial burdens. I hated him for leaving my son, I hated him for his betrayal and secret second life, I hated myself for pretending everything was ok. I didn’t know who I was, I didn’t know what the future held for me or how I would survive. I didn’t know myself anymore let alone love myself. For the first time, I didn’t have his issues to distract myself with. My son only had me and I had to finally look at myself in the mirror and begin to build a relationship with the strange blurry reflection staring back. Not broken but no longer recognisable. Even though that was a hugely difficult and challenging time in my life, he gave me a huge blessing in disguise because without it, I wouldn’t be so truly committed to seeing others through their challenges. I refuse to allow others to sit in their suffering any longer than they have to. The only difference between your challenge right now and being on the other side is time. Time gives you perspective and even though you can’t see it now, even though you don’t believe it and feel like you cannot go any lower, in time, you will see this as part of your journey and this will be something you too can emerge and grow from. Question is... how long will you choose to drag your self suffering out. The other side may be scary, growth is scary, but no one has ever regretted letting go of suffering and pain, no one has ever regretted healing or being the best version of themselves. This is not couch therapy, Permanent and lasting change can happen in a little as 5 sessions. PM me to see if your challenge is a good fit for my methods. #clinicalhypnotherapy #mentalhealth

20.01.2022 A child is literally like a sponge soaking up all the info in their environment between the ages of 0-6. So it’s inevitable they pick up programming from other family, daycare, school, friends, media, etc. When our son began the ‘I cant’ program, we overrode it with the following. ... It’s now ingrained in him so much so that I hear him saying it to his 3 year old sister and now we have shared it with her teacher at daycare for her friends. It’s an empowering ripple effect. What are your children’s disempowering beliefs they have picked up and what can you override them with? #mentalhealth #itstartswithin #raisingresilientchildren #clinicalhypnosis #mindsetcoaching

17.01.2022 Who wouldn’t like to maximise their brain potential and increase their memory?? Do yourself a favour and follow Jim Kwik who was once labelled by teachers as ‘the boy with the broken brain’. And as the article explains - a smile does more than just make you look better! ... Better than chocolate or eating or other addictive behaviour, - a smile releases dopamine, serotonin and endorphins which can reduce stress, anxiety and cortisol levels And if you feel like you don’t even have the energy to smile, watch a funny movie - the laughter will release crazy amounts of pleasurable hormones and get you smiling in no time

13.01.2022 Remember how naturally tuned in children are to you, to others and the world around them. It’s easing up a little but the globe collectively is still feeling stressed, panicked and anxious They feel it too... ... Just a reminder that their tantrums, crying, behaviour or just being out of sorts are all just symptoms of their needs not being met or being overwhelmed with emotion. They don’t know how to deal with big emotions, they need to feel supported and sometimes just a cuddle and your presence is enough to help them feel safe. Especially at the moment, it’s tough mumma but just remember you are doing an amazing job #itstartswithin #mentalhealth #anxiety

12.01.2022 Just like food - the things you are watching, reading or listening to are feeding your mind. And let’s be real, the media tends to exaggerate or distorts negative news. And it’s predominantly full of negativity, scarcity and fear based stories of crime and war and hate and abuse and oppression. So those stories then become entangled and integrated into our own thoughts and we begin to wonder why we live in a state of fear, anxiety or negativity. ... It’s estimated we have between 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts per day!!!! There’s no conscious way of knowing all of those thoughts so a lot play in the background without our awareness. Tune into your thoughts - what are they predominantly? This is especially critical to understand for our children - they have no filter - good bad positive or evil - they soak up EVERYTHING like a sponge. So if we are shaped by our thoughts and we become what we think..... What is it you are becoming? #annasheedcoaching #clinicalhypnosis #mindsetcoaching #itstartswithin

12.01.2022 Mental Health Check-In I'm doing great I'm okay, things are looking up... I'm meh, could use some positivity I’m struggling, things are tough I’m exhausted but getting through it I'm having a hard time, wouldn't mind if someone reached out I'm in a really dark place, I need help During this time of uncertainty around the world, let’s check up on one another and be a shoulder to those who need one! How can I help you?

12.01.2022 With all the events, parties, visitors and crazy happening at Christmas, it’s easy to get caught up in the beautiful chaos of it all. Quickly ask yourself - what is it actually about to you? It’s different for everyone. Is it being with the ones you love, the ones you may or may not be blood with but call family?... Is it seeing the joy, excitement or disbelief of your children’s faces when they open Santa’s gifts? Is it sharing food and making memories and laughs around the table together. Whatever it is, take a moment to reflect, ask yourself your intention for tonight or Christmas Day and don’t forget to be present and take it all in Enjoy your beautiful Christmas celebrations making cherished memories

12.01.2022 Ever had that insistent little voice or ‘gut feeling’ that you should do something or perhaps not do something? Have you ever thought ‘I’m going crazy’ and went against your inner judgement anyway only to later say in regret, ‘I should have gone with my gut’! It doesn’t matter what you call it; infinite intelligence, divine mind, intuition, higher consciousness, higher self, God, Presence, it’s all the same, and it is within each and every one of us, waiting for our recogni...tion and more so embracing it fully When we are connected to source, to the infinite wisdom within, there’s inner peace and a feeling of safety that no beliefs in material or success or outside powers of crystals or validation from others can ever, ever, ever give you. You can tune into the guidance by stillness and meditation, journaling or even with hypnosis. I can guide you on that journey of self discovery but ultimately no matter what I say, No matter what your mother, father, partner, best friend, instagram meme or even those motivational gurus on stage, no matter what we all say, Only YOU can realise your true potential, your greatness and your true self at your core. Reflect for a moment, have you lost connection with that inner voice, your higher self or presence within? Are you leading your day to day life constantly in your head and not leading with your heart or have a feeling or sense of disconnect? It starts within

10.01.2022 I just saw a news report about the stresses & strains of self isolation. It reported that people are going crazy from being in lock down! It was strange, actually, because I had just been talking about this with the microwave & the toaster & all of us agreed that things are getting bad. I didn't mention anything to the washing machine as she always has to put a different spin on everything, and certainly not to the fridge as he is acting cold and distant.... In the end the iron calmed me down. She said everything will be fine, which surprised me because she’s usually the first one to apply unnecessary pressure & get steamed up over nothing!!! Share for a little laugh, anything helps right now

10.01.2022 CHANGE Are you actually willing to do the work? Even though we think we know what to do logically, the reptilian brain likes familiarity, even if it’s negative and painful and shit. It keeps us safe, it’s a beneficial protective mechanism in times of danger. But........ If you are not totally and committed to do whatever it takes to make the change you want in your life - YOU WILL NOT CHANGE! FEAR will always, always, always stop you. Until you are more committed to working through the fear than listening to it, you will not change. Fear will be your excuse, it will hide under other excuses and this is what keeps the majority of us STUCK. Just be very honest with yourself, you are either totally committed or you are not but if you choose to live in the pain and the stories of your suffering or your past or your symptoms, then you are CHOOSING to be there. So you stay stuck. Sometimes we are forced to make change, sometimes life punches us in the face and we are forced to make the change. It might be a health scare, a medical diagnosis or losing someone you love. And in that moment you have total commitment because the pain of staying is sooooo much bigger than confronting the fear, walking through it and getting to the other side. Now that’s uncomfortable thinking about that, that’s raw and may even bring a tear to you eye. But just think about that - is that what it would take for you to decide you must make the change now?? So get honest - I’m curious to know with no judgement, what fears have you pushed down or avoided that you need to face in order to move forward?? Feel free to share with someone you know has been choosing to stay stuck #clinicalhypnotherapy #mentalhealth

08.01.2022 Anxiety comes in various depths from very mild every now and then to frozen in fear and can’t even do life. It can seem uncontrollable, excessive and irrational on a logical level but it’s definitely real to the person in the thick of it. Did you know that even OCD is a form of anxiety - yes even the obsession with having a clean home. ... It can be managed or medicated but what if it could actually be reduced significantly or easily removed all together? How detrimental is it to you? How is it interfering in your day to day life? What are you missing out on because of it? Kids lives or grandkids perhaps? So how well are you doing anxiety?? First step is to have the courage to reach out for help. #clinicalhypnosis #mentalhealth

07.01.2022 This is also true for judgement and nasty comments, even by well meaning loved ones. What if I said that their comments and reactions were simply projections of their own fears, insecurities and own beliefs? What are your thoughts around this understanding??

05.01.2022 Hey Everyone, BIG UPDATES COMING.... You might be seeing some annoying notifications coming from my business page with new business info updates. I do understand if these notifications are annoying for you and I do apologise... AND... I want you to know I appreciate you for your ongoing support and sticking with me in my business transformation... BECAUSE...I have some exciting news....... With the help of my amazing marketing husband, Leon Sheed from Townsville Digital Marketing and a new strategic marketing plan for 2020, I am rebranding my business into Betterminds and moving away from my personal brand, Anna Sheed Coaching. This rebrand is to make way for new client demands, expand my therapy services with my methodologies and will enable my business to grow in a strategic approach. Once again, I appreciate you all and I am here if you ever may need me to help you create a better version of yourself with all this craziness happening in our world today. Anna, XOXOX

05.01.2022 I've been contemplating all week if I should add fuel to the fire by posting on this. But, I just want to remind you that what we focus on expands And this is not about burying our heads in the sand.... The fear is thick at present, and rightfully so. We want certainty, and there are no real answers, as this is not a road we have travelled before. We cannot control what is happening around us and what is going to happen, but we have control over the following... We can control our certainty within and the way we respond to outside events or comments We can control our judgement of others who are acting out of fear and scarcity in survival mode We can control our attitude and behaviour towards medical staff, supermarket staff and essential services staff, as they are keeping everything afloat as best as they can We can control our actions and what the consequences of those actions are and who they may directly affect We can control our hygiene practises and common sense and how we can help protect our elderly and the most vulnerable people in our community You have that control Because did you know that.... Elevated stress = elevated cortisol = a lowered immune system We will not benefit anyone including our loved ones and those at high risk in the state of panic fear and meltdown. YOU can CONTROL what meaning you make out of things, YOU can CONTROL how you choose to respond and approach this, as this shows who YOU truly are. So ask yourself - how can I CHOOSE to put - my focus - my actions & - my energy Into a more directed and empowered way to help myself, my family or others? We are all in this unknown together Share for those who need a reminder #annasheedcoaching #clinicalhypnosis #mentalhealth #itstartswithin #mindfulness #anxiety

01.01.2022 Happiness does not come in pill form Or in food form Or in success or achievements or awards Or in the form of another human being ... Once we release the old emotions that no longer serve us, the regrets, the shames, the guilts and the conditioning, we free up the space to allow for love, fulfilment and happiness. It’s only done within It’s only your responsibility You have the control #annasheedcoaching #itstartswithin #clinicalhypnosis #mindsetcoaching

01.01.2022 There is a light at the end of the tunnel even though it may not be obvious right now Just focus on today One day at a time #itstartswithin... #annasheedcoaching #mentalhealth #anxiety See more