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25.01.2022 Kristy is passionate about people, their uniqueness and the journey that they are on. She comes from an eclectic approach that is client centred. Providing a safe space to explore, discover, learn and grow through the difficulties that life brings. Creating an environment to do so through her warmth, compassionate, and genuine interest in who you are. She is passionate about working with families, in particular couples, parents, children, adolescents and young adults and holds a special interest in grief counselling, relationship counselling, challenges around change, impact of faith and reaching your unique potential to live life to the fullest. Qualifications: Registered Psychologist with postgraduate qualifications in Grief & Palliative Care Counselling; Counselling Bereaved Children; along with modules in Art & Expressive Therapy.

25.01.2022 Join Emma and Lyn on Saturday10th October for morning tea and hear about the importance of our life story. It is normal to have symptoms when your untold story has elements of abuse, neglect, loss, trauma etc. Visit our website to find out more and to book tickets. www.connectionscounselling.com.au/

25.01.2022 Janine is warm, genuine and open, with a passionate and committed approach to facilitating hope and restoration in individual lives. Has an integrative approach, according to individual needs, while working collaboratively, navigating through lifes difficulties across diverse cultural backgrounds. She works in a range of areas including trauma, abuse, addiction, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, identity and relationships. Janine is available for appointments at or Norand...a office. Qualifications: Bachelor Family Therapy, Master Counselling. Expressive Therapies in Sandplay and Symbol Work

24.01.2022 Envy comes in different forms but leaves the same devastating results in its wake: low self-esteem, aggression towards other kids and even bullying. As parents, our main goal must be to acknowledge our kids feelings and equip them with the tools they need to overcome these feelings of jealousy. If our kids are envious of the things their friends have, the most important thing you can do is to help them really see and value what they DO have. The best way to do this is by t...eaching them to be thankful for what they have. Encourage them to make a habit of listing the things they are thankful for every day. This will help them to focus on and appreciate the things they do have. Build a morning or evening routine of gratefulness or thankfulness. On the drive to school or at the dinner table, take turns to say three things that you are grateful or thankful for. Sometimes, one of your children may not want to participate, don't force them to. Sometimes even hearing gratefulness is enough to get them either participating or at least thinking about what they have, and how much they have to be grateful for. Spend some time every now and then to talk about the people that are less fortunate than you and how you can help your community and the people in your lives.

23.01.2022 Love is not proud. Indeed, there is no room for pride in a heart of love. Pride is an anchor to love that restrains its rich offering. It prolongs the inability to love by short-circuiting the effect of agape love. Love listens; pride talks. Love forgives; pride resents. Love gives; pride takes. Love apologises; pride blames. Love understands; pride assumes. Love accepts; pride rejects. Love trusts; pride doubts. Love asks; pride tells. Love leads; pride drives. Love frees up; pride binds up. Love builds up; pride tears down. Love encourages; pride discourages. Love confronts; pride is passive-aggressive. Love is peaceful; pride is fearful. Love clarifies with truth; pride confuses with lies. Love and pride are mutually exclusive. Love dies with pride but comes alive with humility.

21.01.2022 If we fail or deny to recognise or acknowledge that we are feeling envious or jealous it is very difficult grow and change. Denial: "I'm not jealous," "I'm never envious." Projection: We will project our envy and experience on to people around us, them are envy not me.... We will rationalise our jealousy by moving in a contrary direction to avoid revealing our feelings. Withheld emotions build up an illusory lifelong deception that makes it impossible to address the underlying problem to the symptom.

18.01.2022 Coins always make sounds... but paper money is always silent. So when your value increases keep yourself silent and humble.

17.01.2022 In an interview, John Gottman was once asked what to do about insatiable jealousy in relationships. His response hit on something really profound for me. I believe that every person has areas of enduring vulnerability. For a marriage to succeed, these vulnerabilities need to be understood and honoured.... This flips jealousy on its head. Instead of something to avoid in relationships, jealousy becomes an opportunity to connect. In her book Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead, Brene Brown writes, Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. When we understand why we get jealous, we can manage it in a way that is compassionate and constructive. Recognising and embracing your partners enduring vulnerabilities, as well as your own, will strengthen your relationship. To read more about this article from Gottman Institute go to: https://www.gottman.com//why-do-we-get-jealous-in-relatio/

17.01.2022 "Envy is a symptom of lack of appreciation of our own uniqueness and self worth, each of has something to give that no one else has." Elizabeth O'Connor When jealousy or envy knock on your door, its a signal that new opportunities are at reach for you. It's a condition that provides you with further information about yourself so that you know what to change to become whole, happy, and free.... Keep your eyes on Christ.

16.01.2022 GUEST SPEAKER: Emma Wilkinson Emma has been married for 20 years, has four children, loves walking, family camping and is passionate about God's word. She has also been in Pastoral Ministry over the last few years. Emma has extensive experience and training in working with people who have experienced complex trauma, with a particular interest in bringing resolution and healing for people who have experienced childhood abuse and neglect. ... Emma has a Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Counselling, Master of Counselling Practice, Certificate of Attainment in Professional Supervision.

16.01.2022 SPEAKER: Lyn Varty Lyn has been married for over 40 years, 2 children and has 3 grandchildren. She loves walking, jigsaw puzzles, hanging out with friends, family and playing with her grandchildren. Lyn is a well sought-after Therapist, Managing Director/Owner of Connections Counselling Perth. Lyn has studied extensively and is best known for her work in neglect, abuse and all forms of pregnancy loss including abortion. ... She is very compassionate, genuine, insightful and is committed to helping people through lifes difficulties. She manages and coordinates Hope Alive Australia and New Zealand. Lyn strives to conduct herself in a professional and ethical way.

15.01.2022 Habits of happy people: 1. Don't show off 2. Talk less 3. Learn daily... 4. Help less fortunate 5. Laugh more 6. Ignore nonsense 7. No entitlement See more

15.01.2022 Questions for Reflection 1. What are you envious about in others? 2. When do successful and happy people make you feel uncomfortable?... 3. How would you describe your designed identity? 4. What are you afraid that others would find out about you?

15.01.2022 Women's Morning Tea DATE: Saturday 10th October TIME: 9:00am - 12:30pm... VENUE: 2 Lawler St, South Perth SPEAKERS: Emma Wilkinson & Lyn Varty COST: $35.00 BOOKINGS: www.connectionscounselling.com.au

14.01.2022 5 Key Character Traits for Father's to Model to Their Children 1. Righteousness 2. Face Crisis with dignity 3. Listen to God... 4. Obey God 5. Teach your children The bible shows us some characteristics about Joseph that dads may find helpful. 1. Joseph was a righteous man. This desire to do what was right is clearly seen in the way he handled Marys pregnancy, Jesus birth, and the challenge of being a father to the Savior of the world. His moral behavior too was exemplary as seen in Matthew 1:25. 2. He handled crisis with dignity- Joseph faced the worst possible crisis a man could face before his wedding, as he learned of Marys pregnancy (Matthew 1:18). Yet, he handled it with a beautiful sense of dignity. Without reacting with bitterness or harshness, we find that Joseph made every effort to protect the love of his life. He did not want to expose Mary to public shame (Matthew 1:19). 3. Joseph heard from God God spoke to Joseph many times 4. He obeyed Gods voice On every relocation he had to go through, Joseph obeyed the Lords voice without hesitation or delay. 5. He taught his Son well. The best investment fathers can leave for our children is not a big bank balance, not the latest toys and gadgets, and not even a solid education. It is to implant the Word of God in their hearts and model these and other Godly traits. See more

12.01.2022 Womens Morning Tea Generational patterns maybe impacting your mental health, well-being and relationships. How does God's greater story give hope? Our generational histories have a profound impact on our present well-being, mental health and relationships. Looking at generational patterns from a biblical and psychological perspective gives understanding of our stories and the unhealthy recurring patterns in our life.... Our time together will be informative and practical to help identify our triggers, re-enactments, and mental health symptoms connected to our family histories. Through awareness and insight, we have hope to re-story our lives and in turn change the course of future generational cycles. Gods greater story brings forgiveness, restoration, reconciliation and healing.

12.01.2022 If you find yourself boasting, don't be discouraged use it as an opportunity to grow and change. Be a better you! Reflect on why you are feeling insecure? Run to God, get a bigger picture of God and who he is and what he and Jesus have done for us. God is good, lovely and beautiful full of grace, love and mercy.... A great book to read is "Inside Out" by Larry Crabb.

12.01.2022 Whatever your situation is today, I hope you will be find a glimmer of hope, encouragement, comfort and peace. It is in our most difficult times we have the opportunity to grow and heal. This is my prayer for you today. Dear Heavenly Father, (Abba, daddy) In the arms of his love may you pour out your anxious thoughts to him. I pray you will be able to give him the things you cannot face, your struggles, trails and fears. May you allow your tears to fall, knowing your Heaven...ly Father will catch every tear drop and he will never let you go. May God touch you with his healing hand and give you comfort and strength you need to get through. I pray for everyone who hurts from losing a loved one and the emotional pain you feel. May God comfort and encourage you and ease the feeling of loss or loneliness by sending people into your life to be near. I pray that God' will be done in your life. May our Heavenly Father make a way for you where there seems to be no way. Amen He heals the heartbroken and bandages their wounds. He counts the stars and assigns each a name. Our Lord is great, with limitless strength; well never comprehend what he knows and does. God puts the fallen on their feet again and pushes the wicked into the ditch. Psalm 147: 2-6 (Message)

11.01.2022 Today's challenge: 1. Take a mental note when talking with people to see how much the conversation is about you. 2. Try and be other focused and make it about them.

10.01.2022 At the Foot of the Cross Lyrics Verse 1 At the foot of the cross... Where grace and suff'ring meet You have shown me Your love Through the judgment You received And You've won my heart And You've won my heart Chorus 1 (Now I can) trade these ashes for beauty And wear forgiveness like a crown Coming to kiss the feet of Mercy I lay ev'ry burden down (At the foot of the cross) Verse 2 At the foot of the cross Where I am made complete You have given me life Through the death You bore for me And You've won my heart And You've won my heart Interlude And You've won my heart And You've won my heart Ending I lay ev'ry burden down I lay ev'ry burden down At the foot of the cross At the foot of the cross At the foot of the cross At the foot of the cross

10.01.2022 Connections Counselling is celebrating 8 years of providing a professional, Christ centred, affordable counselling service across Perth. I have been very blest to be involved with Connections Counselling since its inception in 2012. Many men and women over the years have contributed to make this such an amazing organisation and service. Many lives have been touched, transformed and healed over the years. Please take the time to join me in giving thanks and praise for what th...e Lord has done, what he is doing and for what he is going to do, may he be glorified. Kind regards Lyn Varty

10.01.2022 Really again! Do you find yourself facing the same old problem and wondering why does this continually happening in my life? Join Emma and Lyn to understand why Generational patterns keep impacting our lives today.

07.01.2022 If you find yourself "going around the mulberry bush" (now I am really showing my age with that saying) Same problem, different day, time, person, situation etc.. Most people re-enactment unresolved childhood events in an attempt to learn what happened and why they were neglected or hurt the first time. In order to re-create the tragedy, they must find the right players. This selection is usually done at a subliminal level. When the right person is selected, they can say to themselves, This person so neatly fits other figures in my tragedies. Or, It feels so good because it is so right for the wrong reasons. It is important to know and understand our story to avoid re-enacting our past in present day. Join Emma and me to learn more about the impact of generational patterns and how God's greater story gives hope.

07.01.2022 Life is not being rich, being popular, being highly educated or being perfect. It is about being real, being humble and being kind.

07.01.2022 Denise has extensive experience counselling children, individuals, couples and working with families. As a woman of faith, Denise, with God, joins clients on their healing journey to assist them to discover, accept and or find solutions to resolve what is impacting them or their families. Denise is a genuine, resilient lady with a love and passion for working with children and families. Qualifications: Bachelor Social Science, Graduate Diploma Human Service and M.A. Human Service Counselling.

06.01.2022 To purchase a ticket please visit our website. www.connectionscounselling.com.au

04.01.2022 Come and join Emma and me and listen to what God is saying to your regarding your story. Learn how your past maybe impacting you today. Lean on God as he gives hope through his word.

04.01.2022 To find out more about our Women's morning tea visit our website. www.connectionscounselling.com.au/

03.01.2022 Father, I pray that with your help I would have calm and undisturbed mind and heart. Please help me remove thoughts of envy, jealousy, and wrath from within me. I understand that these things will ruin my life and are like cancer to my bones. Father, please take me to the place where these thoughts and actions come from. May I see the sinfulness of them, so I may confess, repent and be cleansed. ... Fill me with your peace so my body may have life and health in Jesus Name. Amen