Space to Breathe Therapy

Space to Breathe Therapy Proud therapist with ADHD & autism,turning quirks into superpowers! 🌟 Spreading giggles, growth, and good vibes. Let’s celebrate our strengths! 💫😄

25/11/2025

Attachment to the moment: For many people with ADHD, working memory isn’t just about juggling numbers or dates, it’s about keeping intentions active in the mind long enough to act on them. When you notice something that needs doing, your brain flags it as important, but the moment you shift attention to something else, that flag fades. The result is a constant loop: you see a task, you form a fleeting plan to remember it, and you walk away with nothing updated in your external world. The note lives only as a fragile mental echo, unanchored by external cues.

The “revolving door” pattern: This creates a frustrating cycle. The initial spark I.e recognising a task, generates motivation, yet poor working memory prevents that motivation from becoming action. Without reliable external supports (lists, reminders, visible sticky notes, or structured routines), the intention dissolves as soon as you move through a doorway or shift focus. The experience can feel like you’re constantly promising yourself, then breaking the promise, which can erode self-trust and increase stress. Building strategies that externalise cues like clear checklists, consistent routines, and timely reminders, helps transform fleeting intentions into tangible outcomes, reducing the cognitive load that ADHD can impose on everyday tasks.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

Have you checked out the blog section on our website? We upload two blogs per month on all things mental health related,...
24/11/2025

Have you checked out the blog section on our website? We upload two blogs per month on all things mental health related, including a mix of related physical health challenges too. Our most recent blog includes a free printable download at the bottom of the page. Click the link in bio to get yours!

With Love, Maggie 🌹

21/11/2025

Finding joy in the small moments can be a powerful practice for mental health. When we slow down to notice the little things like the way a first snowflake drifts softly to the ground, the scent of rain on pavement, a warm cup of tea after a long day, or a friendly nod from a neighbour, we give our minds a rest from constant worry and rumination.

This kind of mindfulness doesn’t require grand, dramatic experiences; it thrives on everyday signals that life is still present and solvable, and it helps create a counterbalance to stress.

Making a habit of appreciating small pleasures, especially during moments that are out of the ordinary for your environment like snow in a place that rarely sees it, can have a cumulative, mood-boosting effect. Each tiny pause to notice beauty acts like a small anchor, grounding you and freeing cognitive space for gratitude and resilience.

Over time, this practice can improve overall well-being by increasing positive mood, reducing perceived stress, and strengthening your connection to the world around you. So when the snow falls or a simple scent wafts by, take a breath, name the moment, and let gratitude linger for just a moment longer.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

18/11/2025

Quote of the day ⏸️

This quote reframes setbacks as part of a larger path rather than absolute stoppages. A dead end implies finality and termination, whereas a detour suggests a temporary deviation that still leads somewhere meaningful.

By viewing obstacles as detours, the quote encourages flexibility, resilience, and curiosity: even when plans falter or a goal seems blocked, you’re not halted, you’re redirected to explore new routes, gather different experiences, and discover opportunities you might not have noticed on the original path.

It emphasises movement and growth over stagnation, reminding us that progress often comes through altered directions rather than straight lines.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

18/11/2025

Micro stressors are small, everyday events that demand our attention, drain a little of our mental energy, and nudge our stress responses without the intensity of major life events. They accumulate over time, often quietly, and can elevate baseline arousal, make attention and mood more fragile, and reduce our capacity for working memory and decision making.

Unlike big stressors, micro stressors are frequent and predictable, things like a persistent background noise, a brief technical hiccup, or a momentary hiccup in a workflow, that chip away at resilience when they happen repeatedly.

Because they’re so common, our bodies can start to react to them as a low-level pattern of threat, which can contribute to fatigue, irritability, and decreased performance even if we don’t consciously label the moment as stressful.

Noting when micro stressors occur is a practical and protective habit. Awareness creates an opportunity to interrupt the cycle by adjusting the environment, re-framing the moment, or choosing coping strategies that reset arousal more quickly.

For example, consider the sound of “recording in progress” that plays loudly during this video. Even though it’s a brief cue, the unexpected, jarring noise can trigger a quick spike in stress hormones and a surge of startle response.

If we’re not mindful, repeated instances like this can become a telltale pattern of micro stress, subtly increasing tension and reducing calm. By labelling the moment (“That sound startles me: I’m experiencing a micro stress”), we can pause, take a breath, and either preempt the disruption (e.g., lowering the volume, using noise-dampening measures) or reframe it (viewing it as a routine part of production).

In short, tracking micro stressors helps us protect mental bandwidth, maintain composure, and bounce back more quickly from small but meaningful irritants.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

It’s okay to not be in control of everything. Life is inherently messy and unpredictable, and trying to micromanage ever...
14/11/2025

It’s okay to not be in control of everything. Life is inherently messy and unpredictable, and trying to micromanage every outcome can drain our energy and steal the joy from what we do have influence over. Embracing a degree of uncertainty invites curiosity, resilience, and growth. When we accept that some things are beyond our reach, we can focus on our responses, choose kinder self-talk, and cultivate habits that support peace and clarity.

Remember, control is often a spectrum, not a switch; releasing the need to dictate every detail can open space for creativity, trust, and connection with others.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

13/11/2025

Quote of the day ➡️

This quote distills a simple but powerful idea: progress begins with a decisive shift in mindset. It’s not about having all the answers or possessing perfect planning; it’s about consent to move. By choosing not to remain in the comfort zone or the familiar status quo, you signal to yourself that change is worth pursuing.

That decision creates a momentum, an inner commitment that makes taking the next, even small, step possible. In other words, staying stuck is a choice that you can override with a deliberate commitment to move forward.

Once you decide to move, you start seeking possibilities, resources, and actions that align with the destination you have in mind, gradually turning aim into achievement.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

12/11/2025

People often fall into a harsh daily standard: if they haven’t checked every item off their to‑do list, they feel like a failure and should call it a day early.

It’s easy to fall into a cycle of self‑criticism, especially when social media and productivity culture glorify constant momentum. Yet the most compassionate and effective approach is to recognise that progress isn’t always linear and that rest is a powerful part of making meaningful strides.

Rather than doubling down on stress, it can help to accept where you are, acknowledge small wins, and reload with rest.

Tomorrow is a fresh start, with the advantage of new energy, clearer focus, and a different perspective. Giving yourself permission to pause today doesn’t erase yesterday’s effort; it can actually improve tomorrow’s outcomes.

By reframing “not finished” as a natural part of the process, you reduce burnout and create sustainable momentum. In short, do what you can today, rest when you need to, and greet tomorrow with a renewed sense of possibility.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

09/11/2025

Negative self-talk often feeds a cycle of doubt and stress, but acknowledging it as a normal human experience is the first step toward change. By consciously naming the critic and stepping back from automatic judgements, you can create space to reframe thoughts, even in small, practical ways.

Simple actions such as jotting down one kind thing you did today, replacing a harsh statement with a neutral observation, or taking a brief pause to breathe, help rewire the brain toward steadier self-talk.

Celebrating tiny wins, setting realistic goals, and seeking supportive cues from trusted friends or journaling can compound these small shifts into a more compassionate inner voice over time.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

Notes to Self: The Power of Positive Self-TalkTiny habits can create big waves. One simple tool is the habit of speaking...
07/11/2025

Notes to Self: The Power of Positive Self-Talk

Tiny habits can create big waves. One simple tool is the habit of speaking kindly to yourself, especially with phrases like “you’re doing great.”

💡Why it works -
- Rewires mood: Positive self-talk can shift your brain from threat detection to steady focus.
- Builds momentum: Small affirmations create belief, which fuels consistent action.
- Aids resilience: Encouraging words act as a cushion during setbacks, helping you bounce back faster.

Quick examples to try -
1) “You’re doing great; one step at a time.”
2) “I’ve got this, and I’ll learn from today.”
3) “Progress, not perfection, and I’m making progress.”
4) “It’s okay to struggle, I can still move forward.”

How to make it stick -
- Consistency over intensity: Short daily affirmations beat long, rare bursts.
- Be specific: Tailor phrases to your goals. For example, “You’re handling this meeting well” or “You’re sticking to your plan.”
- Own your voice: Use words you genuinely feel; authenticity matters more than perfection.
- Write it down: Post-it notes or a journal entry can reinforce the message.
- Pair with action: Let your self-talk guide concrete next steps (e.g., “I’ll take one deep breath and outline the first point.”)

A tiny, practical exercise -
1) In the morning, pick one positive phrase you want to embody. Write it on a card.
2) When you notice self-doubt, pause, read the card, and repeat the phrase aloud.
3) Take one small action that aligns with the phrase.

Quick reminder -
Positive self-talk isn’t about ignoring reality or glossing over mistakes. It’s about meeting yourself with curiosity, support, and a belief that you can keep moving forward. You’re doing great.

With Love, Maggie 🌹

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