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23.01.2022 works with friends too

20.01.2022 Our brains want to go crazy right now - and that’s okay. That's normal when things are uncomfortable and uncertain. ... Even in the midst of it all it’s important that we take a breath, a step back and remind ourselves of these truths so we can get our feet back on the ground and keep living the best we can right now. How are you doing it all this? Sending you so much love

20.01.2022 "Go ahead and cry. I'm here to be with you."

20.01.2022 A love revolution just in time for Valentine's Day ...

19.01.2022 We found a Kathy Buckley gem from 20 years ago with a life lesson that stands the test of time! In this video, the Deaf Comedian, shares her incredible story of setback after setback, until one day she decided to take control.

15.01.2022 Let's look for the positive in a difficult time.

15.01.2022 Are you feeling wired, hyper-vigilant and awake? Panicky, fluttery in the belly, a bit shaky? Or exhausted, flat and drained? It’s so very likely that right now... many of us are in Survival Mode: our flight/fight response is ON, adrenaline is surging and we are unconsciously and consciously primed to perceive danger. This is so understandable right now. We’ve never been through this before. Being in this state is a biological, physical and psychological response, but it takes its toll when we find we are in Survival Mode ALL THE TIME. The Window of Tolerance is a tool designed to remind us to be aware and NOTICE when we are outside our Window of Tolerance, without judgement. Being inside the window means we are connected to our logic brain. We can learn new information, make clear decisions, we can feel compassion for others and listen, we can think creatively and we can also care for ourselves. It’s so important to find space in our window right now for caring for ourselves. This helps us to be able to do care for others like our children, elderly, and friends and family. Being hyper aroused can look and feel like: Anxiety, insomnia, sense of dread and danger, hyper aware of noise, hyper vigilance, being ‘wired’ and a bit manic, pounding chest, twitching eyes, shaking hands, irritability, anger, not being able to stop, sit down, having too many things happening in your head at once and feeling a bit out of control. Hypo-arousal can look and feel like: Complete and utter exhaustion, feeling numb, flat, no motivation, immobilised, depressed, sad, unable to get out of bed. Noticing some of these experiences is important to also help figure out what HELPS US. In these strange, kinda scary days, we invite you to take a bit of notice: are you outside your Window of Tolerance? Most of us will probably answer yes, for each of the past days this week at least. Try not to judge yourself. Instead, try some of these practices even just for 5 minutes, when you notice some of these experiences of hyper or hypo arousal: Moving your body is one of the best ways to bring us back into our WoT. Dance in the lounge room, do star jumps, run on the spot, stretch or do some yoga, high kicks, boxing - whatever floats your boat! Music can shift experiences in our body. Put on your favourite song and sing! Loudly. Write whatever is in your head, for 3 pages. Could be a menu, a to do or a journal entry. A story, a poem or just a dumping of thoughts. This exercise is known as Morning Pages from Julia Cameron’s The Artists Way. Writing can be a release, and calm our busy brains. Draw. Draw ANYTHING for 5 minutes. Pen to paper, it doesn’t matter if it’s good, if it makes sense and if you’ll keep it later. Drawing has been proven to reduce stress hormones and do similar things as exercise to our brains and emotions. Get some nature. The smell, sounds, perspective and full body experience of being near trees, ocean, mountains has a powerful affect on our psychological state. Do a sensory, repetitive activity: knit, stitch, get some clay, some Lego! See, chop veggies, weave! All of these things are a kind of meditation that also regulate our emotional state with the sensory touch and using our hands. Get into the garden. Reflecting on the cycle of growth, of tending to plants, pulling out weeds and watering interacts with our brain chemistry too. And it feels good too. Headspace app has some free meditations and visualisations called ‘Weathering the Storm This is by no means a full list! You have to find what works for you, and it might be a whole bunch of things. Build your toolbox of strategies to bring you back into your Window of Tolerance, when you notice those experiences of distress and overwhelm. It’s not a magic trick. It’s like noticing you are hungry, and planning what food your body needs, but also making its delicious too. Cos pleasure is part of being connected and calm too. Take care friends. These graphics are by Kiara Mucci and Lindsay Braman. The Window of Tolerance is a concept developed by Dan Siegel. If you are in a state of extreme distress or feel in urgent need of support please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36

14.01.2022 Three good friends went for a swim. The one who was fat wished she was thin. The one who was curvy wished she was clever. The one who was clever wished she swam... better. The really great swimmer wished she was witty. The one who was witty wished she was pretty. All three friends thought the other two were just fine. If only they could let their own bright light shine. So throw on your swimsuit if you're fat or you're thin. Enjoy fun and friendship .... love the skin that you're in! By Rachel Toll https://www.facebook.com/watercoloursbyrachel/

12.01.2022 Take a moment to lift your spirit...

11.01.2022 A timely reminder for anyone today?

11.01.2022 Eight Psychological facts that will blow your mind .

07.01.2022 Even though it is based in America, I have found this service to be so helpful. Please consider supporting. Or, if you need support, check out their online forum for a deeper understanding as to what this journey of complicated and traumatic grief can really looks like.

06.01.2022 Can following your conscience be the beginning of building a better life, relationship, marriage and community? What do you think?

05.01.2022 Before he died, a father said to his son; Here is a watch that your grandfather gave me. It is almost 200 years old. Before I give it to you, go to the jewelry... store downtown. Tell them that I want to sell it, and see how much they offer you." The son went to the jewelry story, came back to his father, and said; "They offered $150.00 because it's so old." The father said; Go to the pawn shop." The son went to the pawn shop, came back to his father, and said; "The pawn shop offered $10.00 because it looks so worn." The father asked his son to go to the museum and show them the watch. He went to the museum, came back, and said to his father; The curator offered $500,000.00 for this very rare piece to be included in their precious antique collections." The father said; I wanted to let you know that the right place values you in the right way. Don't find yourself in the wrong place and get angry if you are not valued. Those that know your value are those who appreciate you, don't stay in a place where nobody sees your value." Know your worth.

04.01.2022 Worth considering.

03.01.2022 How to process your feelings in a healthy way...

01.01.2022 "Grief is as individual as love: every life, every path, is unique. There is no predictable pattern, and no linear progression." So far, this is the best article I've read. It explains, in real terms, what the journey of can look like after losing someone you love. Quote taken from author.