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I love this from Donna AshworthI hope the months ahead are very kind to you all 🌸
01/07/2025

I love this from Donna Ashworth

I hope the months ahead are very kind to you all 🌸

11/05/2025

Work on your connection with nature. Intentionally take time to be in it as often as possible. Feel the wind and the silent wisdom. Nature will get you back into your body and out of your head quicker than anything else. It’s the ultimate co-regulator for your nervous system. Your ancestors knew it was therapy. Studies prove its benefits— but you don’t need them. Just pay attention to how you feel afterwards. Let the sun, the trees, and the earth remind you who you actually are

This rainbow appeared on top of my staircase yesterday morning. I had placed a glass of water on the window ledge as I w...
11/05/2025

This rainbow appeared on top of my staircase yesterday morning.
I had placed a glass of water on the window ledge as I was trying to carry too much downstairs and suddenly there it was in all its beauty.
Remember sometimes when you are least looking for joy and wonder, it surprises you and comes along to hug you, comfort you and gives you that smile so hold on for those moments at they do happen 🌸🌈🌸

I saw this beautiful dandelion on my walk yesterday. Sometimes something so simple can be so magical. I hope you find a ...
10/05/2025

I saw this beautiful dandelion on my walk yesterday.
Sometimes something so simple can be so magical.
I hope you find a little bit of magic somewhere this weekend 🌸

I went to Portland Bill lighthouse recently and what a beautiful place it is. I’m not great with staircases that have no...
23/04/2025

I went to Portland Bill lighthouse recently and what a beautiful place it is.

I’m not great with staircases that have nothing under them or heights but I decided I was going to try to see how far I could get.

I made it to the first level and then realised that was far enough for me and turned back.

When you climb to the top you get a badge that says, ‘I made it to the top’

On arrival back down I was given this badge which made me laugh and smile a lot.

The reason for this story is to remind you to always try to look at what you have done and not what you haven’t.

Also we compare ourselves a lot as humans so try to shift that to positive comparisons, for example a few years ago I wouldn’t have even tried to climb it but this year I got to the first level.

Try today to look at what you do and not what you don’t do 🌸

14/04/2025

Monday again!
We hope everyone has a good start to the week - thinking of those not feeling so great at the moment.

This week we have :
Renters Support, impartial advice on renting issues (not home finding but we can post on this page for you) just email details of your enquiry. We are very busy, but we always get back to you.

One to one Support: Wednesday appointments are now open from 11am -12.30 we introduced the booking system to make it fair to all. You can message or email us with a contact number - we will only text you rather than call to keep things discreet and only if we need to. If you email us check your spam/ junk box as sometimes replies disappear there. We always reply as soon as we can. Wednesday sessions are held at The Bay Coffee Company Brixham.

There is no session this Friday in Paignton as it's Good Friday.

Healthy Minds is in the process of making some positive changes so that we can deliver more to the community.
We will have news of new social events and workshops soon.

I hope you are all doing ok and this week is being kind to you. There is so much going on in the news all the time, it c...
05/03/2025

I hope you are all doing ok and this week is being kind to you.
There is so much going on in the news all the time, it can be overwhelming.
Try to limit if you can how much you read and how many stories you click on.
I was lucky to have an unexpected half hour extra for lunch today so my beautiful girl and I went for an extended walk.
Just trying to get out and change your focus can be so helpful.
If you feel unable to leave home then try to give your mind respite in any way you know that might be helpful to you.
Remember you are important too and you do matter 🌸

This beautiful image is from lucyclaireillustration book called, The Book Of Gifts. On the back of the book she writes t...
31/12/2024

This beautiful image is from lucyclaireillustration book called, The Book Of Gifts. On the back of the book she writes this, ‘if you need courage, comfort, hope or love, you’ll find it here’ It’s the most gorgeous book with the most breathtaking illustrations and I can’t recommend it enough.

I would like to wish you a lovely evening tonight whatever you end up doing and a year ahead that is kind to you all.

I know so many of you will be sharing plans for resolutions and I think that gives hope and hope is one of the most precious things.

One thing I think is important to remember is to not give yourself high expectations as that leads to pressure and can overwhelm you and result in you putting yourself down.
Try to keep your expectations lower that way when you achieve something you will hopefully really praise yourself.

I know this year might have brought you sadness and terrible things but please try to take time to reflect on the good from this year also, find in your mind the pockets of lovely moments, crazy moments, fun moments, look through photographs to help you remember. I hope you find some that help you smile and give you a warm comforting feeling.

I have always loved these words by Donna Ashworth

‘ I say, the end of the year, should be filled with congratulation, for all we survived. And I say a new year should start with promises to be kinder to ourselves’

Always remember you are important and you do matter.

New Year kindness to you all ✨🌟✨

I love this poem by Donna Ashworth as it’s so true, as the more you acknowledge the anxious feelings you are having the ...
18/12/2024

I love this poem by Donna Ashworth as it’s so true, as the more you acknowledge the anxious feelings you are having the more you can think what it is you need to look after yourself. Anxiety is horrible but it is much happier when it is listened to and comforted as it is just trying to be a friend to you 🌸

19/11/2024

We all need a little help sometimes, and there’s no shame in asking for it.

On , help us share some of the places men can turn to, in moments when things get too much.

Comment below with your recommendations. 💭

A little reminder that alongside my individual client counselling I also offer couples counselling and I am Relate train...
19/11/2024

A little reminder that alongside my individual client counselling I also offer couples counselling and I am Relate trained.

Like my individual clients this can be face to face or online.

I charge £60 for an hours session, this is a more affordable than other relationship counselling options as like my individual cost, I am very passionate about trying to help this to be affordable to everyone that might need it

The trick to looking after yourself is to treat yourself with things that help you feel a little happier, or calmer or l...
31/10/2024

The trick to looking after yourself is to treat yourself with things that help you feel a little happier, or calmer or like the day just gave you a hug.

I made this trifle at the weekend, this wasn’t my treat as I am not a fan of desserts really.

My treat was who I made it for, as to have them come around and see them, gave me that hug.

Treats can be anything, it can be to do something as simple as buy a different shampoo, having a longer shower or bath than normal, or if you can to compliment yourself, or to give yourself some time to yourself even if it is just five minutes - that five minutes will still help.

A treat never has to be something big, it can be as small and beautiful as you want it to be.

Try to think what you could treat yourself to today or if not then soon 🌸

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