Positive Families Psychology

06/09/2025

Here’s to all the Dads, the foster dads, step dads, not yet dads, solo dads, those without dads and the mums stepping in as dad.

06/09/2025

Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is stop looking for a silver lining and simply say, “I hear you.” ❤

04/09/2025

We are stronger when we lift each other up, because none of us were meant to do this alone. 🙌

04/09/2025

Be unapologetically You 🙌

03/09/2025

You can’t stir up chaos for others and still hope to find peace in your own life.

01/09/2025

It takes courage to admit a choice wasn’t right, but it’s far braver than staying stuck where you don’t belong.

31/08/2025

Tiny Buddha

30/08/2025

30/08/2025

Not all growth is visible—sometimes it’s the quiet work underneath that matters most.✨

30/08/2025

When we stop pretending everything is fine and actually talk about the messy parts—family patterns, grief, worries, coping—life feels less lonely and more real.

27/08/2025

Bending over backwards for people is not selfless behaviour, especially when the motivation is to avoid confrontation or exclusion at the cost of your mental health and well-being. While “good” is a broad term, it’s definitely not about being a doormat or seeing how much you can tolerate. True goodness comes from a place of authenticity, where kindness and self-respect walk hand in hand.

People often distinguish between being nice and being kind. The argument is that niceness can be superficial or even manipulative, while kindness is authentic and without expectation. “Nice” is often associated with people-pleasing, yet it can still be essential depending on the context.

The truth is, not all “nice” people are practicing kindness. A nice person can be polite and welcoming, but often with a self-serving end goal in mind. Kindness, on the other hand, is more genuine as there is no agenda on the cards. Niceness isn’t necessarily negative, as most of us would rather be around nice people than rude ones. It’s the social lubricant that makes daily interactions smoother.

However, the deeper goal should be to cultivate authentic kindness, with actions that come from real care, while still maintaining healthy boundaries. This balance allows us to be considerate of others without abandoning our own well-being.

You’re human, with your own needs, values, and limits. Setting boundaries is like putting up fences to protect your inner garden from being trampled. True goodness isn’t about always saying “yes” or never rocking the boat; it’s about treating others with respect and compassion while also respecting yourself. Offering help when you can is important, but knowing when to step back for your own well-being is just as vital.⁣

By setting healthy limits, you’re not just taking care of yourself, you’re ensuring that when you do extend kindness, it comes from wholeness.

26/08/2025

Real connection grows in the small, imperfect moments—when we show up, repair, and create safety.