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25.01.2022 it’s about ... re-phrasing A very relevant and poignant issue was raised in our workshop this week that we wanted to share. Even though we mean well, we should think carefully about what words and phrases we use. Instead of saying to someone, you look so well, you must be better now! You could try and re-phrase your words. Try, do you feel as well as you look? You may not see the sleepless nights, the fatigue, the lack of appetite, the insomnia, the anxiety, the loss... of confidence, the weight gain, the seizing joints, the hot flushes or the fear and worry. They are there, even though the surgery is over, even though the treatment is completed, even though they are recovering. You don’t realise that make-up has become a new best friend and how much effort and courage it took to get out of the house that day. Just because they might look well, doesn’t always mean that they feel well. Very often they are not!!! #rephrase #think #consideration #thoughts #cancer Headway Health - Clinical and Consulting Psychology Services PanKind, The Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation See more

25.01.2022 it’s about ... messages of support There are some days when you might a little more support than others. So many simple ways to let someone know you care. To help them focus on the positives. To let them know you are there. #littlemessagesoflove #care #kindness #compassion #support Items: toilet roll, wrapping paper, glass bottle, messages, ribbon

24.01.2022 it’s about ... a new initiative Coming soon! #workspace

24.01.2022 it's about... Daffodil day Symbolising the first sign of spring and representing hope for a cancer free future. Every bunch sold, supports those who are impacted by cancer by proving vital cancer research and support services. If you can't buy a physical Daffodil today please consider purchasing a virtual Daffodil online from @cancercouncil #daffodilday #cancerresearch #support Cancer Council NSW Cancer Council Australia Cancer Council Victoria Cancer Council Queensland Cancer Council SA

23.01.2022 it’s about ... kindness. Today is world kindness day, so I thought I’d share my all time favourite quote. Just the smallest act of kindness can make such a difference to someone. It’s free, it’s easy to do and the ripple effect is huge. If everyone just did one thing to show kindness today, the world would be a better place. #kindness #care #love #support

23.01.2022 Happy International Women's Day! This year's theme is 'Choose to Challenge'. Today, we choose to celebrate and thank the dedicated, passionate women who volunteer their time and expertise in our writing as therapy workshops. They are all women business owners, who have taken on the challenge to empower, educate and support those with cancer. As we celebrate all women, I am so honoured and grateful for the opportunity to meet the inspiration women who participate in our wor...kshops and overcome enormous challenges on a daily basis. They continue to teach me so much and make what we do so worthwhile. To the women in my life, my family, friends and those who work on it’s about us, thank you for the unconditional support and endless care as we choose to challenge and bring about change. #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge Headway Health - Clinical and Consulting Psychology Services Cheryl The Sleep Coach Antique Nutrition Dietetics Headway Emotional Health Laing+Simmons

22.01.2022 it’s about ... looking after each other. This message illustrates the special bond between two friends. Taking the time to think about someone and making them feel valued and cared for. The joy of giving and consideration and the overwhelming sense of gratitude. We are so glad you nominated her for a random act of kindness. Special #friends #care #kindness

22.01.2022 it's about... asking the question and checking in. Times are tough and there are so many people struggling to cope at the moment. It may be concerns about health and wellness, social isolation, physical distancing or financial stress. Our emotions have been on a rollercoaster ride this year and it's definitely taken its toll. Today, as always, is a reminder to see how someone is doing. Start a conversation, phone or send a text message, go for a walk, have a chat or a cup of coffee. It could change a life. #areyouokay #mentalhealth #support #friend #friendship

22.01.2022 it’s about ... participating from the comfort of your own home. Not feeling 100%, raining or cold, too far to travel???? Not a problem, our writing as therapy workshops are online. Log in and join us without leaving home. We’ve wrapped up this year but new dates are open for early Feb. See booking link below. Don’t miss out, spaces are limited!! We do have a function to waitlist when bookings are full and we will email you as soon as a new workshop opens up. #booknow #workshop #writing #stayhome Laing+Simmons https://www.trybooking.com/BNKIC

21.01.2022 it’s about ... how you make people feel. Today we are sending out packs for our next workshop. I absolutely love putting these together and hope that our participants feel spoilt and special when they open up their boxes. Next series of online workshops kicks off next Wednesday. Still a few spots left so don’t miss out Booking link https://www.trybooking.com/BKQCH Laing+Simmons Rosehip PLUS Sister & Soul

21.01.2022 It's about conversations. Thank you Pink Hope Community for the wonderful and important for that you do. We appreciate you taking the time to chat to us about what our charity does. We are so grateful that you have helped us reach people affected by cancer and shared how our writing as therapy support tool may be helpful. Our digital tool and guided workshops are free and available across Australia. ... If you are interested in participating in a workshop please sign up via this booking link. https://www.trybooking.com/BPBDM #writing #support #Cancer

21.01.2022 it's about... like minded partners. We are so proud to be able to partner with The Big Hug Box & Cure Cancer and be part of this new initiative. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Cure Cancer, in collaboration with The Big Hug Box, has launched, the Buddy Box. Filled with items to put a smile on the face of a child undergoing cancer treatment in hospitals and centres across Australia. These boxes will also be distributed to children attending 2020 WA Camp Qualit...y camps. All profits will be invested back into cancer research. It's a difficult time for children with cancer as Covid-19 presents a greater risk to their already compromised immune systems. As a result they have very limited access to friends and family. We hope that his pack helps take their minds of treatment and brings a smile to their faces. It full of practical and fun things as well as a very special offer from it’s about us. For as little as $39 you can donate a Buddy Box to a child undergoing cancer treatment. #cancer #kindness #care #support #family #love #smile Laing+Simmons

21.01.2022 it’s about ... influence. A dad is someone who’s love is shown in many ways. Someone who teaches you to lead, to respect others and to stand up for yourself. His title may be short but his influence is enduring and powerful. He is someone who leads by example and never stops believing in you. Father’s Day is always bitter sweet. I lost my Dad to skin cancer 28 years ago. It’s a day is reflection and a day of celebration. I think about what he has taught me and reminisce about the memories we shared. I am also filled with gratitude and thanks that my children have the most incredible father. However you celebrate today, cherish those precious times as they will remain in your heart forever. #dad #father #fathersday #moment #memories #family #familytime #love

21.01.2022 it’s about ... feeling confident. You won’t want to miss out on this very special offer. We just adore these fantastic hats with hair attached from Someone's Sunday. Choose from a fedora, cap or beanie in a number of colors and shades. Look and feel your best in these stylish products. They are amazing and this week there’s 50% off.. don’t miss out!!

20.01.2022 it’s about ... not losing momentum. How do you keep going and finish what you started? Last week was the end of our most recent series of workshops. When we are not catching up every week, getting reminder emails, being inspired by others or sharing our progress, it’s easy to let our writing and projects fall into a heap. Getting started is a huge step, but it does take some planning and goal setting to keep it going. Some tips we recommend include; 1. Set yourself a goal for... when you want to complete your book. 2. Write it down. 3. Place it somewhere where you can see it everyday. 4. Make sure it’s realistic, has a timeframe and can be measured. 5. Allocate the time you are able to commit to your writing on a weekly basis. (Eg 1 hour per week) 6. Break that time down into blocks and allocate days. (Eg 1/2 hour Monday morning and 1/2 hour Thursday night) 7. Write those time allocations down in your phone calendar, diary or planner. 8. Set reminders /alarms for your time slots. 9. Move them around, if and when life happens. 10. Review how you went at the end of each week. 11. Share your achievements 12. Don’t be hard on yourself if things didn’t work out. There’s always next week. #momentum #keepgoing #planner #time See more

20.01.2022 it’s about ... finding rainbows. 2020 has been like navigating a storm. There were dark, cloudy days, scary times when we didn’t not know if this was the middle or just the beginning. Days that merged into weeks and months. Days of not knowing when we would be out in the sunshine again. Yet despite the fear, the worry, the sadness and the unknown, we found hope and kindness. We found friendships and support. We saw strength, courage, leadership and greatness. We saw tenderness and the ability to do what was right, no matter how hard. We stayed home and we reconnected with loved ones. We appreciated how lucky we are and we were grateful. May 2021 shine a light on many more rainbows. #happynewyear #grateful #kindness #family #familytime #love #friends #health

19.01.2022 it’s about ... volunteering. Today is #internationvolunteerday and we’d like to acknowledge and thank all the volunteers that donate their time to its about us. As a not for profit charity, all of team are volunteers who give of their time for free. A special mention must go to our number one volunteer, my mom. So lucky to have you by my side. Thanks for being such a special part of what we do. #volunteer #support #team #family Laing+Simmons

17.01.2022 it's about... Nutrition. Yesterday we heard from Aimee from BodyFusion. She provided information on how to feed and protect our body through nutrition. We loved the practical tips with regard to foods that help with nausea and fatigue as well as how to help manage loss of taste and the metallic taste from treatment. Ginger, in many forms can help with nausea. We love the idea of leaving a ginger biscuit next to your bedside just in case. Sucking on a ginger sweet or lollie, lining the stomach with some ginger beer or a biscuit before we eat can help minimize that queasy feeling. #ginger #nutrition #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #health

17.01.2022 It’s about ... keeping safe. Check out these gorgeous washable face masks, made by one of our workshop participants. Easy to wash and re-use when you have to go out. They are for sale online https://www.etsy.com/shop/goldleafcreationsaus. #facemask #staysafe #covid19

15.01.2022 It’s about ... self care. An important reminder today from Dr Katharine Hodgkinson Headway Health - Clinical and Consulting Psychology Services to look after ourselves. Thanks you for your presentation on the importance of emotional health and balance. #care #support #help #kindness #compassion Laing+Simmons

14.01.2022 it’s about ... feeling confident. You won’t want to miss out on this very special offer. We just adore these fantastic hats with hair attached from Someone's Sunday. Choose from a fedora, cap or beanie in a number of colors and shades. Look and feel your best in these stylish products. They are amazing and this week there’s 50% off.. don’t miss out!!

13.01.2022 it's about ... strength and courage. At various times, we have all had to make hard decisions which are not easy or without consequence. Yet within the human spirit, there is a strength and courage that rises from within. We somehow seem to find the strength and courage to continue, and to move forward with a new perspective. #strength #courage

13.01.2022 It’s about ... practical advice. Thanks Amiee Body Fusion for your informative and practical advice on nutrition. Using plastic or paper utensils can help reduce the metallic taste that is often experienced as a result of treatment. #nutrition #advice #support

12.01.2022 it’s about ... support. Michelle Key and the amazing team from north shore mums smiles2u are putting together some very special pamper packs. These packs are for 9 mums who are attending a camp at Bear Cottage this weekend. These incredible parents care for, comfort and nurture their children who are in palliative care. We wish we could do more to help but are so pleased to be able to contribute just a few things to help make them feel loved, cared for and supported #love #family #familytime #kindness #strong #strength #care Laing+Simmons Bear Cottage Shack Rosehip PLUS North Shore Mums North Shore Mums Smiles2U

11.01.2022 it's about ... support services. We are so excited to be speaking at the PanKind, The Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation webinar on Tuesday 8 December at 6 PM AEDT for their last EmpowerED webinar of 2020. Developed for people living with pancreatic cancer. This free webinar will inform attendees on available services to access practical, financial and emotional support. 2020 has been a challenging time and as the end of the year approaches, so too the potentially emoti...onal and financial toll of the holidays. Clinical Nurse Specialist Chelsey Upston from Cancer Council Australia and myself, will be sharing information about the services that are available to people with cancer and their loved ones. For more information and to register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gtjH8PH #EmpowerED #webinar #pancreaticcancer #charity #help #healthcare #ItsAboutUs Laing+Simmons

10.01.2022 it’s about ... the importance of sleep. Thank you Cheryl The Sleep Coach for sharing the importance and benefits of getting the right amount of quality sleep at this morning's workshop. All our participants receive a copy of Cheryl's sleep meditation and information on how cancer affects sleep, the sleep window, ways to get back to sleep and tips and strategies for a great sleep routine. 8 ways you can change your lifestyle and boost your energy levels naturally; Get More ...Sleep Reduce Stress Move More Avoid Smoking Limit Alcohol Eat a Nutritious Diet Avoid Added Sugar Stay Hydrated #sleep #healthylifestyle #care #support #Cancer Laing+Simmons

08.01.2022 it's about... inclusion. There are still so many things that we CAN do during these difficult and uncertain times. Thanks to technology we are able to support those dealing with cancer in Victoria. We are so pleased that over 50% of our next participants are from Victoria. Our online workshops are fully subscribed for the next session starting on Wednesday. Don't worry if you missed out, just head to our booking site and join the waiting list. Our next series will be starting soon. link to book https://www.trybooking.com/BKQCH #support #writing #online #staysafe Laing+Simmons Cancer Council Victoria CancerAid

08.01.2022 it’s about ... the little things. Some days are harder than others, some days you feel stronger than others, some days are more overwhelming than others. It is important to stop, reflect and acknowledge our emotions, as a way to process what we are feeling. Then unexpectedly, out of the blue, when you need it the most, you receive a show of love and support. A simple, yet genuine message that oozes with love and kindness and it changes your whole mindset. It makes you remember that you are loved and have so much to be grateful for. It makes your day and fills your eyes with happy tears. #family #love #support #kindness #missyou

08.01.2022 it’s about ... making time. We are ready to launch. We are launching a new concept.... The it's about us WORKSPACE A dedicated time every week on line via Zoom where you can log in and work on your writing and books. An hour for yourself to catch up with old friends, share your progress, ask questions or just work on your book. Participants from the last two online sessions as well as the previous face to face workshops can join You can have your camera on or off. You can mute yourself or listen in. We just wanted to create a virtual space. You can come every week or just once. It's new, it's fluid and it's definitely worth a try. #workspace #support #writing #love #Cancer #kindness

07.01.2022 it’s about ... receiving There's nothing like receiving a hand written card. Take some time to write in words how you feel. If may be a birthday card, a thinking of you message or just sending love. We just received our 8 new greeting card designs this morning. Can't wait to send some out! #greetingcards #support #kindness #love #friends

07.01.2022 It's about ... feeling like your old self. Is it so hard to feel normal at the moment especially in these crazy, uncertain times. It is even harder if you are having to deal with an illness like cancer. On the 2nd of Feb, I got a message from a 14 year old in the Philippines. She has rhabdomyosarcoma (stage 4) - a rare type of cancer that forms in soft tissue. She lost her hair as a result of her treatment which includes having 47 session of chemotherapy. She saw a post of 'hats with wigs' that we featured from Someone's Sunday. Today after months of lock down, endless tracking and post office emails she finally received her ‘hair’. It absolutely made my day to see the photo she sent wearing her cap. Her radiant smile and positivity filled my cup. #resiliance #staysafe #care #support

07.01.2022 it’s about ... celebrating. This time of the year can be hard. Hard when we can’t be with the ones we love, hard if we are feeling isolated and alone, hard if someone is going through an illness or treatment. It’s important to try and celebrate in some way. Make connections, even virtual ones, call or FaceTime someone you care about. Practice some self care. Cherish little moments, create and capture memories that matter with those you love. Reflect and reminisce. Sending love and best wishes over the holiday season. #happyholidays #support #care #reflection

06.01.2022 It's about ... feedback "I loved the extra information that was provided on the 5 pillars. And the little welcome box that arrived was such a lovely surprise. It was also good to see what other people had put in their books. The chat function was a good way to record your questions without talking over the top of each other. Most valuable speakers for me were psychologist, dietitian and sleep specialist. Love what you guys are doing. It's super important and valuable and mak...es a difference in our lives" Online Workshop participant - April 2020 Our next workshops are starting in 2 weeks!! Sign up now for our online course. https://www.trybooking.com/BKQCH Laing+Simmons

05.01.2022 it’s about ... looking after our bodies from the inside. Studies have shown that plant based eating in conjunction with a balanced diet can reduce ones risk for cancer and cancer re-occurrence. Aimee from Body Fusion suggested, 75% from plant based food, per meal, as well a portion of meats and dairy. Ideally we want to achieve more than 30 serves of fruit and vegetables a week. Half a cup cooked or one cup fresh, equals one serve. Ideally from a wide variety of colors so that their phytonutrients and antioxidants can reduce inflammation in the body. #nutrition #healthylifestyle #healthyfood

04.01.2022 it’s about ... self care. Today is the first day of the month and the first day of Autumn Do something for yourself without feeling guilty. It can be once a month or even once a season. Book a massage, take a bath, close your door and read a book, watch a movie, make time for exercise, meditation or even take a nap. So often we put others ahead of ourselves. Some health benefits of massage include; reducing anxiety, improved circulation, reduction of stress hormones and relaxation. Remember, it’s so important to make some time for yourself, unplug and disconnect even for 30 minutes. #selfcare #relax #mindfulness

04.01.2022 it’s about ... getting creative Today I’m working on new designs for our greeting card collection. Thinking about messages and graphics that make someone feel special. There’s nothing receiving a hand written card. #care #kindness #support #greetingcards #letters #writing #love #friendship

03.01.2022 it’s about ... hope. We hope that we can go back to a life that resembles normal. We hope that our healthcare workers and elderly will be safe. We hope that in the not too distant future we can hug our loved ones and celebrate with friends. We hope that our children will soon be carefree and living their best lives. We hope that those struggling to navigate their way find help and support. We hope that we are kinder to each other. We hope that everyone will do their bit to protect each other and do what needs to be done despite how difficult it may be. There is always hope #hope #support #kindness #staysafe #itsaboutus Laing+Simmons

01.01.2022 it’s about ... remembering those who have given their lives for our freedom. Today, and everyday we will remember them. #lestweforget #remember #thanks #grateful