Mindful Pathways

25/04/2026

On Anzac Day, we are holding deep respect and gratitude for the veterans and families we have the honour of working with through Open Arms.

Today is about remembrance - but it’s also about understanding the ongoing experiences of service, sacrifice and loss that many live with every day.

Being invited into these stories is a privilege we at Mindful Pathways never take lightly. We are continually inspired by the strength, honesty and humanity of the people we meet in this work.

If this day brings up hard memories or emotions, support is available day and night. ❤️



Open Arms: 1800 011 046
Safe Zone (anonymous): 1800 142 072

Today is Anzac Day, a day where we stand together as Australians to remember the service and sacrifice of those who have served, and continue to serve, our nation.

It is an opportunity for ordinary Australians to join current serving personnel, veterans and the families of veterans, to honour the past, understand the present and wish for a peaceful future for us all.



We know that it can be a difficult day for some and bring up painful memories.

For free, military-aware mental health support for veterans and their immediate family, contact us day or night.

☎️ 1800 011 046 — Open Arms

☎️ 1800 142 072 — Safe Zone (anonymous)

22/04/2026

World Earth Day 🌱
A gentle reminder that caring for our minds and caring for our planet go hand in hand.
Pause.
Breathe.
Step outside.
Even small moments in nature can help calm our nervous system and bring us back to ourselves ❤️
How are you connecting with the earth today?

06/04/2026

Love this idea - and the psychology behind it 👏

This article from Mamamia highlights the rising trend of “life admin parties” - where people get together to tackle those nagging tasks like emails, forms, bookings, and paperwork…together.

And while it might sound like a cute social trend, there’s actually a really solid psychological concept underpinning it: Body doubling.

As the article explains, body doubling - working alongside someone else - is a well-known strategy, particularly helpful for people with ADHD and other neurodivergent profiles.
It’s something I use often in my own life — whether it’s cleaning the house alongside my husband or showing up to a weekly writing group. There’s something powerful about shared presence that makes it easier to begin…and to keep going.

We’re now seeing this idea move from informal coping strategy into mainstream awareness, and that’s exciting.

Because research and theory suggest that having at least one other person present can:
✨ Reduce procrastination and task avoidance
✨ Increase focus and follow-through
✨ Provide gentle accountability
✨ Lower the emotional barrier to getting started

In fact, this taps into a broader psychological principle called social facilitation - where the presence of others can enhance performance on everyday tasks.

What I love most about this trend is that it:
✔ Normalises how hard “simple” tasks can feel
✔ Reduces shame and isolation
✔ Builds connection and productivity at the same time

For many neurodivergent people, the challenge isn’t knowing what to do -
it’s initiating and sustaining the task.

And sometimes, the difference isn’t more discipline…it’s simply not doing it alone.

Such a great example of how community-based, low-pressure supports can make a meaningful difference ❤️

https://www.mamamia.com.au/life-admin-party-trend/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARAdHhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe2eJjh8Bn_vWqelfZpBRLy3meZlw12SNM4E4-kf2HfMl0pxXAGG0sigABXSs_aem_9xhe0eTVanWvlr-GxmhzkA

'Turning drudgery into something communal, and surprisingly fun.'

02/04/2026

We’re all ears this Easter 🐰
Wishing our beautiful community a joyful, restful long weekend filled with chocolate, connection, and moments that matter. From the Mindful Pathways team ❤️

28/03/2026

Thursday was Social Prescribing Day.

There’s a myth that psychologists can’t prescribe - but the truth is, we prescribe a lot… just not medication.

Social prescribing reminds us that wellbeing isn’t created in isolation - and that loneliness, stress, and emotional overwhelm often need community‑based, human responses, not just clinical ones.

Every recommendation has a purpose:
✨ a therapeutic goal
✨ a “dose”
✨ a rhythm that fits a real life

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can offer is support that helps someone reconnect - with themselves, with others, and with what matters. ❤️

18/03/2026

Huge congratulations to Ella on the wonderful news this week that she has successfully passed the National Psychology Examination. This examination is one of the key regulatory measures used by the Psychology Board of Australia to ensure that applicants for psychologist registration meet the required standard of applied professional knowledge. It plays an important role in protecting the public by ensuring that only practitioners who are appropriately trained, qualified, and committed to ethical and competent practice are registered. We are so incredibly proud of Ella and deeply grateful to have her as part of our team ❤️

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day ❤️

Today at Mindful Pathways, we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible women who make up our team.

The women of Mindful Pathways show up every day with empathy, professionalism, and deep care for the people they support. They live our core values of curiosity, compassion, and courage - in the way they sit alongside clients through hard moments, notice and celebrate progress, and support one another as colleagues.

This is work that requires skill, emotional presence, and quiet strength. Through listening deeply, holding space, and collaborating thoughtfully, our team helps create an environment where people feel heard, understood, and supported - often at times when it matters most.

International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise the many ways women contribute to our workplaces, professions, and communities. Today, we are especially grateful for the warmth, dedication, and expertise the women in our team bring to Mindful Pathways and to everyone who walks through our doors ❤️

04/03/2026

Tonight I had the privilege of speaking with a fabulous group of middle leaders from schools across South Australia, gathered on the beautiful grounds of Scotch College.

As the sun set and the campus settled into that quiet, reflective stillness that only old school grounds seem to hold, I felt a deep sense of gratitude - not just for the invitation, but for the people in the room.

Wise, thoughtful, deeply caring educators.
Leaders who hold so much - for their teams, their students, and their communities - often without much space to reflect on what they themselves need.

We spoke about care, clarity, communication, boundaries, and sustainability.

But what stayed with me most was the generosity in the room - the way people listened to one another, laughed together, and spoke honestly about the realities of leading from the middle.

Middle leadership is not small leadership.
It is leadership at the centre of influence - and tonight was a powerful reminder of just how much quiet, steady impact sits in that space.

Thank you to the Middle Leaders Network, Sarah Shoobridge and to Scotch College Adelaide for hosting such a thoughtful evening, and thank you to every leader who showed up with openness, kindness, and courage. ~ Amber ❤️

02/03/2026

25/02/2026

Middle leadership is not about being in the middle of hierarchy - it’s about being at the centre of influence.

I’m really looking forward to joining the Middle Leaders Network Event at Scotch College Adelaide next week.

Middle leaders sit at the heart of school life - leading teams, holding complexity, and shaping the day‑to‑day experiences of both staff and students. Their work is deeply relational, often unseen, and absolutely critical.

I’m excited to spend time with leaders reflecting on how we can lead with care, clarity, and impact, and create school environments where both students and educators can genuinely thrive.

Thank you Sarah Shoobridge and the team at Scotch College Adelaide for the invitation - I’m really looking forward to the conversation. ❤️

Excited to be joining the Middle Leaders Network event at Scotch College Adelaide to explore what it truly means to lead with care, clarity, and impact.

Middle leadership is where so much meaningful change begins, and I’m looking forward to sharing practical, evidence‑based strategies to support wellbeing and effective leadership.

Looking forward to connecting with educators who are passionate about making a difference. ❤️

~ Amber

25/02/2026

“I’ll start living when I finally feel calm.”

A client once told me they’d wait till they felt less anxious, then they’d start to date, travel, and change to a better job. The trouble was, anxiety kept putting new conditions on their life. Together, we explored a different experiment: What if anxiety was allowed to come along for the ride? If you didn’t have to get rid of it first, what small step toward a meaningful life could you take this week?

Over time, their life didn’t become anxiety-free, it became value-full: imperfect dates, shaky-handed job interviews, trips where they felt nervous and alive.

The Ancient Stoics would call this focusing on what’s in our control, following a compass, taking committed action.

In practice, it looks like living now, not later. It means being the best version of yourself in this moment, not when you finally feel ready. ❤️

25/02/2026

As a Clinical Psychologist, I spend a lot of time talking with kids and adults about “big feelings” – the ones that can feel overwhelming or confusing.
One of the books I absolutely loved authoring was Learn with Peppa: Peppa’s Big Feelings for Ladybird Books. It’s a playful, gentle way to help little ones notice and name their emotions, with lots of opportunities for parents to join the conversation.

If you have a Peppa fan at home who’s navigating big feelings, you might find it a helpful starting point. ~ Amber❤️