Sheree Dines Counselling

31/03/2026

30/03/2026

When children play, they’re not just having fun.
They’re building their brain 🪁🥋🎾🎨🧠

Every imaginative game, game of tag, or backyard cubby building is shaping how they think, solve problems, and relate to others.

Play activates the brain’s most powerful learning state, releasing dopamine and endorphins that support memory, creativity, and emotional wellbeing.

So when you see your child building, running, or pretending, they’re not “just playing”…
They’re developing confidence, resilience, and flexible thinking.

Research continues to show that children who have time for unstructured, playful learning often develop stronger skills in focus, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.

In countries like Finland, where formal academics start later and play is prioritised, children consistently perform well across reading, maths, and science.

Instead of adding more pressure, more drills, or more screen time try offering something different.

Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do for your child’s future… is let them enjoy being a child.

30/03/2026

We can all do with skills in building our resilience 😄

When things are good, they are really good, but when they are bad, they can feel unbearable, often leading to emotional instability or a sense of falling apart.

Resilience is crucial because it allows individuals to adapt to life's misfortunes, rebound from setbacks (such as job loss, illness, or trauma), and maintain good mental health.

My books are open for building resilience 💪🏽please send me a message or an email to schedule.

30/03/2026

🤓 Are YouTube Shorts & TikTok’s giving you BRAIN ROT?

A recent study examined research published on the topic of Brain Rot in adolescents and young adults between the years 2023 and 2024. Exploring the impact of social media, video games and other digital platforms. The findings disclosed that brain rot leads to diminished emotional responsiveness, cognitive overload and negative self-concept. It correlates to negative behaviours, social media addiction, anxiety and depression impairing executive functioning such as memory, planning and decision making.

Some good news, the study found that offering limited screentime, engaging in non-digital activities and curating digital content by selecting healthy, educational content that fosters critical thinking skills.

What you can do, filter through the digital noise to find valuable, credible information and enjoy the outdoors, play sport, visit a friend or go for walk to the beach, device free.

Yousef, A. M. F., Alshamy, A., Tlili, A., & Metwally, A. H. S. (2025). Demystifying the new dilemma of brain rot in the digital era.

*Definition - Brain Rot is a perceived loss of intelligence or critical thinking skills, especially on account of the overconsumption of unchallenging or frivolous content posted online.

29/03/2026

Little hearts feel big things, especially on mornings like this ~ We’re so grateful the cyclone eased and changed course for us, but our hearts are with those in Exmouth and communities north of us who have been deeply impacted. Thinking of you all and hoping you’re safe 🩵🙏🏽

28/03/2026

Tired of repeating yourself every morning?

My Chores ~ Checklist Board

Make daily routines simple, visual, and engaging with the My Chores Checklist Board ~ perfect for children and adults.

✔ Easy to Follow Task List
Includes everyday essentials like brushing teeth, making the bed, completing homework, and feeding pets, helping build structure and independence.

✔ Interactive Slider System
Each task features a simple sliding button to track progress:
🟢 Green tick = done
🔴 Red X = not yet
A satisfying, hands-on way to stay motivated and accountable.

✔ Customisable & Reusable
The checklist insert can be removed and replaced, allowing you to personalise tasks as routines change, ideal for growing kids or evolving schedules.

✨ Perfect for building healthy habits, reducing reminders, and creating a sense of achievement every day.

28/03/2026

So relieved for Geraldton and surrounds. Thoughts are with those north of us 🙏🏽

Communities in the firing line of a tropical cyclone that cut a path down Australia's west coast have started assessing the damage from the massive storm.

27/03/2026

Cooking! So grounding and productive 🥧 we have guests staying with us during tc narelle so I wanted to make sure we had enough homemade goodies. Cant go wrong with sausage rolls 😋👌🏽

27/03/2026

Let’s take a moment to regulate your breathing, calm your nervous system, and lower stress. Focus on inhaling calm, exhaling tension 🩵

27/03/2026

Save to your phone 📲

📞☎️ With Cyclone Narelle moving towards our region, the City would like to share this list of important contact details.

Department of Housing: 9923 9652

To check on flight details - Qantas: 13 13 13, Virgin: 136 789 and Nexus: 6155 4500

Call SES on 132 500 if your roof is leaking or badly damaged, your house is flooded, your house is badly damaged and needs temporary repairs, if your trapped in your house due to storm damage or if a large tree has fallen on your house or driveway. Your call will be logged and you will receive a reference number. SES will attend as soon as they can.

👉 For the most up‑to‑date alerts and cyclone information, visit the Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA Emergency WA website: https://www.emergency.wa.gov.au

27/03/2026

Mental Health Support to your household in times of need 🌀🌿

26/03/2026

In the lead-up to the cyclone, your nervous system can shift into high alert. That doesn’t mean everything else is urgent. Not every message needs an immediate response. You’re allowed to prioritise your safety, your space, and your regulation 🤍 Stay safe, everyone x