Counselling Wellbeing and Connection

29/10/2025

💝YOUR WORTH ISN’T MEASURED IN DOLLARS 💛

To everyone living with disability, chronic illness, or raising little humans full-time — please hear this: your contribution matters.

Love, care, energy, laughter, patience, and presence — these are all powerful forms of giving. You’re helping your home and your people flourish in ways money can’t buy.

You are doing enough. You are enough. 🌿





Counselling Wellbeing and Connection
Self-Love Rainbow

27/10/2025

🌼 NAME IT TO TAME IT 🌼

When we take a moment to name what we’re truly feeling, we give our emotions a voice — and our brain a chance to breathe. 🧠💛 I highly recommend using an ‘Emotion/Feeling Wheel’ to clients - They help with giving feelings and emotions their ‘proper’ names 😎

It’s not just “touchy-feely” stuff — science shows that naming emotions can:
💪 Support better physical and emotional health
💬 Strengthen communication and relationships
🎯 Improve decision-making
🧩 Boost learning and problem-solving
💫 Reduce emotional overwhelm
💖 Increase emotional self-awareness

By naming our emotions, we move from reacting to responding — from feeling ‘lost’ in emotion…. to ‘understanding’ it 🤩

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24/10/2025

✨ Healing isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes, it’s in the quiet moments — when you pause before reacting, breathe through discomfort, or reach out instead of retreating. These subtle shifts are powerful signs that therapy (and your hard work) are making a difference. 💛 Keep going — you’re growing in ways you might not even see yet.

23/10/2025

Some practical suggestions……

Counselling Wellbeing and Connection

22/10/2025

WHEN “LOVE” MEANS LOSING YOURSELF
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Does this sound like you???

Enmeshment trauma often begins in families where boundaries were blurred or never allowed to exist.

You may have been expected to meet a parent’s emotional needs, keep the peace, or play the role of “the responsible one.” Over time, it can make it hard to know where you end and others begin.

Self healing starts by recognising the patterns — and realising it’s not selfish to have boundaries, privacy, or independence. It’s healthy. It’s necessary. And it’s your birthright.

Not expecting or needing your partner to do the hard work for you. Recognising that the OLD FAMILY dynamics will keep playing out - until you decide to change them.

Healthy relationships (partnerships, friendships, colleagues and family) involve two seperate people that respect each other’s needs and find ways to communicate and connect in a dynamic that is supportive and respectful of the boundaries that are laid out by the individual….. and they are coming from a deep sense of self love (not obligation or childhood training).

If you’re untangling from old family dynamics and trying to rediscover who you truly are, please know you’re not alone. Healing is possible — gently, one boundary at a time. 🌿

22/10/2025

**THIS SATURDAY**

Register Here: https://events.humanitix.com/advanced-care-directive-workshop

This is a 2-part workshop taking place on Saturday the 25th of October and Saturday the 6th of December.

Why do I need an Advanced Care Directive (ACD)?
- To ensure your voice is heard if you can't make health decisions for yourself
- It gives you peace of mind knowing your wishes are recorded
- It reduces stress and confusion for loved ones when it matters most
- It helps health professionals delivery the care you actually want and what you DON'T WANT

Part 1: Learning Session - Understanding what goes into completing an ACD
Saturday 25th of October 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes a cuppa break)

- Learn about advance care planning and what an ACCD covers
- Explore medical, personal and spiritual choices you may wish to record
- Hear from Experts in heath, palliative care and end-of-life planning
- Ask questions in a safe, supportive environment

Part 2: Finalising your Plan - Support to finalise your own ACD
Saturday 6th of December 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes cuppa break)

- Step-by-step help to complete your Advanced Care Directive
- Guidance on getting it signed and legally recognised
- Access to expert advice on medical , spiritual and end-of-life questions
- Take-home resources on palliative care and end-of-life options
- You make a booking with the Digital Ready for Daily Life Team at GeCo to get help uploading to MYGOV

Questions about the event? Talk to Caroline Farquhar from Counselling Wellbeing Connection on 0422 055 226

Your workshop Leaders:

Bec Lyons, President of the Australian Home Funeral Alliance and Owner of Solace End of life Solutions.

Caroline Farquhar, Owner of Counselling Wellbeing Connection

Plus:

Palliative & Hospice Care, Local Medical Professionals and Spiritual Care Advisors available on both days - along with valuable take home resources.

Completing an Advanced Care Directive at any stage of your life allows you to have control. We can help you go from Paperwork to peace of Mind.

22/10/2025

Get in Quick !!! You only have a few days to register for this workshop happening this Saturday in Geeveston. If you are strapped for cash - get in touch with me on: 0422 055 227

**THIS SATURDAY**

Register Here: https://events.humanitix.com/advanced-care-directive-workshop

This is a 2-part workshop taking place on Saturday the 25th of October and Saturday the 6th of December.

Why do I need an Advanced Care Directive (ACD)?
- To ensure your voice is heard if you can't make health decisions for yourself
- It gives you peace of mind knowing your wishes are recorded
- It reduces stress and confusion for loved ones when it matters most
- It helps health professionals delivery the care you actually want and what you DON'T WANT

Part 1: Learning Session - Understanding what goes into completing an ACD
Saturday 25th of October 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes a cuppa break)

- Learn about advance care planning and what an ACCD covers
- Explore medical, personal and spiritual choices you may wish to record
- Hear from Experts in heath, palliative care and end-of-life planning
- Ask questions in a safe, supportive environment

Part 2: Finalising your Plan - Support to finalise your own ACD
Saturday 6th of December 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes cuppa break)

- Step-by-step help to complete your Advanced Care Directive
- Guidance on getting it signed and legally recognised
- Access to expert advice on medical , spiritual and end-of-life questions
- Take-home resources on palliative care and end-of-life options
- You make a booking with the Digital Ready for Daily Life Team at GeCo to get help uploading to MYGOV

Questions about the event? Talk to Caroline Farquhar from Counselling Wellbeing Connection on 0422 055 226

Your workshop Leaders:

Bec Lyons, President of the Australian Home Funeral Alliance and Owner of Solace End of life Solutions.

Caroline Farquhar, Owner of Counselling Wellbeing Connection

Plus:

Palliative & Hospice Care, Local Medical Professionals and Spiritual Care Advisors available on both days - along with valuable take home resources.

Completing an Advanced Care Directive at any stage of your life allows you to have control. We can help you go from Paperwork to peace of Mind.

21/10/2025

Are you caring for someone with a PALLIATIVE DIAGNOSIS ?

Caring for a loved one with a palliative diagnosis can be incredibly challenging. Discover helpful advice and support resources to navigate this emotional time. Explore more at https://wix.to/t6N2yXM
Or connect with Carerhelp https://www.carerhelp.com.au/ a government funded website with helpful resources including online learning.

16/10/2025

A shift in perspective is sometimes all you need…..

13/10/2025

TRUE STRENGTH ISN’T SILENCE 🌿

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is reach out.
Asking for support isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. It shows you know your limits and value your wellbeing enough to seek connection.

When we let others in, life’s burdens become lighter, and healing happens faster. You don’t have to carry it all alone. 💚

13/10/2025

GRIEVING PARENTS DESERVE BETTER SUPPORT AT WORK 💔

Grief doesn’t clock off when we return to work. For parents navigating the unimaginable loss of a child, compassionate workplace policies aren’t just helpful — they’re essential.

Embedding bereavement legislation within Australian workplaces isn’t only about doing what’s right for grieving employees… it’s about creating healthier, more understanding workplaces for everyone.

Let’s encourage organisations to partner with incredible services like Griefline, helping HR teams implement education, empathy, and genuine support. Because when workplaces lead with compassion, everyone benefits. 🌿

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Baby Priya’s Bill introduced to Parliament to provide certainty for grieving parents

12/10/2025

🌿 PLAN AHEAD, LIVE FULLY 🌿

Creating Your Advanced Care Directive – Two-Part Community Event

What a privilege it is to be part of this deeply meaningful collaboration bringing together a wonderful team of professionals and community organisations — all passionate about empowering you to plan for the future with confidence, compassion, and clarity.

✨ Hosted by:
• Bec Lyons, President of the Australian Home Funeral Alliance & Owner of Solace End of Life Services, who will lead this insightful event.
• Rachel Foster, representing Hospice Volunteers South & PalHelp, bringing years of compassionate community experience.
• Palliative Care Tasmania, offering expert guidance on end-of-life choices and support options.
• Our local dedicated nurses, who will share their wisdom and answer questions about care at home, in residential settings, and in hospital.
• Trish Tinkler, from Digital Ready Tasmania (and much-loved GeCo team member!), who can book you an appointment for hands-on help uploading your completed forms to your MyGov account.
• And me — Caroline Farquhar, from Counselling Wellbeing and Connection. I’ll be there to chat with you about your wishes and preferences — whether spiritual, practical, or deeply personal — and how to include these in your Advanced Care Directive so your voice and values are clearly honoured.

🫖 Afternoon tea will be provided, and there’ll be time to mingle, connect, and ask questions in a relaxed, friendly setting.

💛 All funds raised go directly to the Geeveston Community Centre, supporting their incredible ongoing work for our Huon Valley community.

⚠️ Seats are limited — please book early (no procrastinating this one!).
Your ticket covers both sessions, designed to give you the knowledge, confidence, and support to complete your Advanced Care Directive properly — ensuring it’s legally binding and securely uploaded to the right places.

Questions? 0422055226

Register Here: https://events.humanitix.com/advanced-care-directive-workshop

This is a 2-part workshop taking place on Saturday the 25th of October and Saturday the 6th of December.

Why do I need an Advanced Care Directive (ACD)?
- To ensure your voice is heard if you can't make health decisions for yourself
- It gives you peace of mind knowing your wishes are recorded
- It reduces stress and confusion for loved ones when it matters most
- It helps health professionals delivery the care you actually want and what you DON'T WANT

Part 1: Learning Session - Understanding what goes into completing an ACD
Saturday 25th of October 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes a cuppa break)

- Learn about advance care planning and what an ACCD covers
- Explore medical, personal and spiritual choices you may wish to record
- Hear from Experts in heath, palliative care and end-of-life planning
- Ask questions in a safe, supportive environment

Part 2: Finalising your Plan - Support to finalise your own ACD
Saturday 6th of October 2025 - 2pm - 4:45pm (includes cuppa break)

- Step-by-step help to complete your Advanced Care Directive
- Guidance on getting it signed and legally recognised
- Access to expert advice on medical , spiritual and end-of-life questions
- Take-home resources on palliative care and end-of-life options
- You make a booking with the Digital Ready for Daily Life Team at GeCo to get help uploading to MYGOV

Questions about the event? Talk to Caroline Farquhar from Counselling Wellbeing Connection on 0422 055 226

Your workshop Leaders:

Bec Lyons, President of the Australian Home Funeral Alliance and Owner of Solace End of life Solutions.

Caroline Farquhar, Owner of Counselling Wellbeing Connection

Plus:

Palliative & Hospice Care, Local Medical Professionals and Spiritual Care Advisors available on both days - along with valuable take home resources.

Completing an Advanced Care Directive at any stage of your life allows you to have control. We can help you go from Paperwork to peace of Mind.