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Specialising in family therapy, Reserve Care Counselling works with parents and adolescents to improve communication and connection.

25/01/2026

The sleep sandwich: your routine is the bread, and the benefits are the fillings. Each layer stacks up—better moods, focus, productivity, driving, patience, immune strength—and yes, fewer morning battles.

What helps:

🔹 Anchor a consistent wake time (weekends within ±1 hour).

🔹 Power down screens 60 minutes before bed—blue light messes with melatonin.

🔹 Build a wind-down menu: warm shower, light stretch, book, calm playlist, boring podcast.

🔹 Caffeine cut-off: aim for 8 hours before bedtime (yes, that afternoon latte counts).

🔹 Get morning light (5–10 minutes) to set your body clock.

🔹 Keep bedrooms cool, dark, and quiet. White noise if needed.

🔹 Prep for tomorrow (backpacks, clothes, to-do) to quiet the brain.

Drop your family’s “one change” in the comments. 💬

23/01/2026

We love that our posts can lift your mood, help you pause before an argument, or spark a good chat with your teen. But nothing replaces counselling. A session offers what a feed can’t: real-time connection, a confidential space, and support tailored to you. 💙

If you’re ready to feel truly heard, book a session with Suz at Reserve Care Counselling.

🔗 Tap the link https://reservecarecounselling.com.au/ or send us a message to get started.

20/01/2026

"School’s finished. Go and get a job!"

19/01/2026

Habit stacking is simple: attach a new behaviour to something you already do. Your existing routines become anchors that trigger the next move.

How it works: After/When I [current habit], I will [specific action].

Examples:

✅️ After I brush my teeth 👉️ stretch my calves.

✅️ When I make my coffee 👉️ take my vitamins.

✅️ After I open my laptop 👉️ write my top 3 priorities for the day.

✅️ After lunch 👉️ walk around the block.

✅️ When I plug my phone in at night 👉️ write a sentence in my journal.

Use the same cue, same place, same time. Put what you need where you’ll see it. Miss a day? Restart at the next cue—no drama.

15/01/2026

The only 6-7 joke I understand. Dad jokes for the win! 🥇

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14/01/2026

When your teen (finally! 😩) opens up, skip fix‑it mode and try V–E–I—a simple way to stay connected without piling on advice.

V — Validate: “That sounds tough.” (Name the feeling; no solutions yet.)\
E — Explore: “What part is most stressful?” (Get curious about one piece.)\
I — Invite: “Want ideas or just a hug?” (Let them choose what they need.)

Keep it calm, short, and curious—one sentence at a time, then pause. Nod, breathe, and leave space for silence. If you slip into fixing, reset with: “Sorry, I jumped in. I’m listening.” Works in the car, over dishes, or before bed.

12/01/2026

Affirmations are little pep talks for your brain. Yes, you’re talking to yourself. Yes, it feels awkward at first. But stick with it—what feels cringey now will feel natural later, and positive self-talk can seriously boost your mood, focus, and confidence.

How to do it:

👉️ Say it out loud, whisper it in the mirror, or stick it on a post-it.
👉️ If your brain rolls its eyes, soften it with “I’m learning to…”

Try these to get started:

💙 I can do hard things (even on Mondays).
💙 I deserve kindness, especially from me.
💙 I’m allowed to rest without guilt.

What do you need to hear right now? 💬

09/01/2026

Feeling stuck? Shrink the goal. Pick one 2‑minute habit:

Water bottle refill
3 deep breaths
Kind text to someone

💫 Do it today—momentum starts tiny. Comment your 2‑minute habit below.

07/01/2026

Tonight’s dinner-table spark: “What’s something new you want to try or learn these holidays—game, recipe, trick, or place?”

Keep it low-pressure and fun—everyone picks something (watch a 5‑min tutorial, choose a recipe, map a mini‑adventure, message a friend).

05/01/2026

Try this: Choose one word to guide your tiny choices—no perfection required.

💫 My word: Focus.

I'm aiming for less overwhelm, clearer priorities, and steady progress.

This month it looks like:

30-minutes of an uninterrupted, priority task every single day.
When my mind wanders, I'll notice, breathe, gently return.

How to choose:

✨️ What do I need more of right now?
✨️ What’s draining me?
✨️ How do I want to feel?

Comment your word and how you'll live by it this year. 💬

03/01/2026

💫 Let’s take a moment to reframe the idea of “success.” It’s not about doing everything perfectly—it’s about showing up, trying your best, and taking small steps forward. Each step matters, no matter how small.

Celebrate your wins—big and small. Did you set boundaries? Take a walk to clear your head? Start prioritising rest? That’s progress! 🙌

Drop a 🙌 or 💙 below if you’re with us in celebrating progress over perfection this year! What’s one small win you’re proud of so far? 💬

01/01/2026

✨ Ready to set small, meaningful goals for your mental health in 2024? Here are a few ideas:
🌱 Take 5 minutes each morning for mindfulness or meditation.
🌱 Journal one thing you’re grateful for each day.
🌱 Commit to showing yourself compassion—especially on tough days.

The key is to start small—you’re planting seeds for the future.

💬 What’s one habit you want to bring into 2026? Share your goal with us—we’d love to cheer you on!

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5/30 McAdam Square
Croydon, VIC
3136

Telephone

+61410616896

Website

https://reservecarecounselling.com.au/

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