The Reset Lounge Collective

17/12/2025

Reset In 5 Moment!

Time for a 5 Minute Reset.

Take a moment, notice 1 thing you can see.
Allow yourself to fully focus on that 1 thing.
What are you noticing about it? Perhaps it's the size & shape? Is it textured or smooth? Does it look heavy or light?

What else are you aware of?

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Mindfulness moments needn't take a long time 🙂

16/12/2025

Reset In 5 Moment - Sight

Time for a 5 Minute Reset.

Take a moment, notice 1 thing you can see or sense. It may even be something you are holding right now, like a cup or book.

Allow yourself to fully focus on that 1 thing.

What are you noticing about it? Perhaps it's the colour, size & shape? Do you sense shade or light? Is it textured or smooth? Does it look heavy or light?

What else are you aware of?

Comment below, with 👇

Mindfulness moments needn't take a long time 🙂

15/12/2025

This is a visual story for explaining what happened in Bondi, that has been created especially for younger neurodivergent kids.

For parents who may be struggling with their own thoughts, feelings, and emotions, who may be unable to explain what happened in simple age appropriate terms, you may find this useful.

It has no sound, uses simple, emotionally neutral, factual information.

Thank you to Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association - ANPA and Regional Autistic Engagement Network for providing

15/12/2025

If the tragic incident in Bondi is having an impact on you or someone you know, there are services available to help and support.

Talk to your doctor or mental health professional about what you are experiencing or talk to the following support services:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
Griefline: 1300 845 745
Beyondblue: 1300 22 4636
Partners in Wellbeing: 1300 375 330
Yarning Safe ‘N’ Strong: 1800 959 563

It is normal to have strong reactions following a distressing or frightening event, but there are things you can do to cope with and recover from trauma.

For more information, visit:
https://go.vic.gov.au/4q2YEE2

15/12/2025

If you are finding the tragic event that occurred in Bondi difficult to process, or if a child or family member needs support, please, reach out and talk to someone.

Even if you would like help to find the right words to help your child to process this, it’s ok to call for advice.

They are there to listen.

Your neurodivergent child may not show or articulate they are not coping with the news and some kids do need more time to process. That does not necessarily mean that they are ok.

When you are ready, do talk to them about it. All the reactions are valid.

You can start to gently explain what occurred in age appropriate language, try and avoid showing them the news or any media coverage if you can too. And please try and avoid exposing them (and yourself) to conversations about this event, as emotions, opinions and rumours are equally damaging to young minds.

If you can, keep the language as factual as possible.

Our hearts are with the residents of Bondi and the Australian Jewish community right now.

If you are finding this hard to process, please know your reactions—whether strong emotions or numbness—are valid responses.

There has been a long-standing and harmful myth about Autistic people and empathy. But Autistic people do not lack empathy. In fact many Autistic people experience empathy deeply and intensely, sometimes to the point of overwhelm. When tragedy strikes, that emotional impact can be profound.

Be gentle with yourself. Limit news and social media if you need to. Seek comfort, routine, or trusted connection. And reach out for support if things feel too heavy to carry alone.

A list of supports from NSW Health can be found here:
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/Pages/services.aspx

A list of supports for across Australia can be found here:
https://reframingautism.org.au/mental-health-crisis-support-services-australia/

Look after yourself and each other.

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14/12/2025

What has happened in Bondi today is an absolute tragedy.

Heartfelt sympathies to those affected and the Jewish community. 💔

Please avoid sharing any vision of these distressing events.

If you need support, please call
Beyond Blue
13 Yarn
Kids Helpline Official
Lifeline

They are there to listen

The events at Bondi Beach are deeply distressing.
Beyond Blue is available with free 24/7 support by phone on 1300 22 4636 or webchat at https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

13/12/2025

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12/12/2025

Reset In 5

Digital Detox time!

Time to turn off your phone, device, or watch or switch them to silent mode and put on "do not disturb".

Take a moment to simply "Be", and begin by noticing all the objects around you.

What are they? Trees or plants outside, pets, or objects on your desk? Perhaps a view in the distance?

Notice their shape, colours, & textures. What else are you aware of?

Turning your attention to your feet (yes).

What do they feel like? What are they on or connected to? What other sensations are you aware of? The sensation of them being in shoes, on carpet or the floor? It's Ok if you can not sense anything, simply be aware of that.

Place, gently your hand on your belly, noticing any rise and fall or internal sounds and movements.

When you're ready, allow yourself to come back to the here and now, go for a walk or get up and stretch before going back to whatever it was that you were doing.

Love & Light
Lu

10/12/2025

Reset In 5 Moment - Taste

Time for a 5 Minute Reset.

Take a moment, notice 1 thing you can taste or sense in or around your mouth.

Allow yourself to fully focus on that 1 thing.

What are you noticing about it? Perhaps it's the lingering flavour of something you may have eaten or drunk? Is it pleasant or unpleasant? Is it a "light", delicate taste or a strong taste?

Or maybe there is nothing at all. Perhaps it's simply the sensation of saliva or the texture of your teeth against your tongue, inside of your cheeks. Whatever it may be, simply notice.

What else are you aware of? Comment below, with

Mindfulness moments needn't take a long time 🙂

05/12/2025

Reset In 5 Moment - Smell

Yes, it's time for a 5 Minute Reset.

Sometimes, we forget to notice this particular sense, and every so often, it's a lovely way to ground ourselves.

So, take a moment, notice what you may be able to smell in the air around you.

What are you noticing? Perhaps there is no smell at all, or a variety of smells?

Perhaps it's on the clothing that you are wearing? Perfume? Is it soft or strong? Does feel nice or unpleasant?

What else are you aware of? Take a moment to notice one thing about that smell, simply notice.

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Mindfulness moments needn't take a long time 🙂

03/12/2025

This is such a fantastic initiative by Reframing Autism and the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre.

It's so important to build understanding, create a sense of acceptance and inclusion within the school environment.

My son, now finished secondary school, was constantly bullied and excluded. The was such a lack of understanding, mainly from other students, and some staff.

He had a great support team that helped us get through, despite this, and we are forever grateful. But it could have been a whole lot easier if there had been more education about his differences.

Education about what it is to be autistic, neurodivergent, is incredibly important. Look out for the LEANS Australia program!

Thanks to Reframing Autism ❤️👏🏼