I don't want to be stressed - Andi Bengis Occupational Therapy

30/03/2026

Dry? Itchy? Need more? Yes! More is more and when it comes to l**e **e is the best… it’s the gold at the end of the rainbow, or the beginning of the or**sm. Because it adheres to my “only good stuff” rules… (apologies)… don’t put things in your va**na that you wouldn’t put in your mouth… interpret that sentence as you wish 😜
Liquid Gold L**e have very kindly offered my followers 15% off your orders from their website.
Use code LGLAndi and thank me later 😉

25/03/2026

Lets carry on talking about…
Sensory Processing & Kink

Question:
“Why would someone enjoy that?”
Wrong question…
A better question:
What sensory need is being met?
Kink can support:
• Deep pressure
• Controlled pain (predictable vs overwhelming)
• Sensory seeking
• Sensory filtering
• Nervous system regulation
For some people, this is the first time their body feels organised.

23/03/2026

Reframing Kink Through an OT Lens

Not all “unusual” sexual preferences are dysfunction.�Some are adaptations.
For many neurodivergent people, kink can offer:�• Predictable structure�• Clear roles�• Reduced social ambiguity�• Controlled sensory input�• A way to access safety through intensity
This isn’t pathology.

13/03/2026

Luck? We create our own luck… by working hard, staying focused, being flexible, getting support. When you take control and have choices, when you have full agency over those choices, you’re no longer waiting for the universe to reward or punish you. You’ve absolutely got this!

12/03/2026

12/03/2026

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/362723-hot-chicks-collaborative-workshop/

The Hot Chicks Collective is a curated workshop experience designed for women over 40 who are navigating change — physically, emotionally, relationally, and sexually.

12/03/2026

Book one spot, get one free

12/03/2026

26/02/2026

Hot Chicks Collective loading… watch this space and please leave your email contacts if you’d like to be added to our email list to keep you informed on events coming up this year

05/02/2026

I’m looking forward to presenting this course later this month. For all OTs who need help finding their voice and other professionals who would like to learn more about how valuable OT is.
Link to register

Mental health is more than symptom reduction. When talking helps but functioning doesn’t improve, Occupational Therapy matters.This talk reframes recovery as the ability to live, work, relate, and participate — not just to cope or gain insight. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding o...

21/01/2026

I had a very Monday kind of Monday this week.�The kind where you briefly wonder if you should’ve chosen a career involving animals. Or books. Or silence.
Once I got going, my mood lifted — and then something unexpectedly lovely happened.�The hospital catering manager was hosting a staff appreciation moment for the cleaning and catering team. Popcorn for everyone.
They called me over.�And gave me popcorn too!�Pulled me into photos like I belonged there all along.
Tiny act. Huge impact.�It completely changed my day.
I didn’t win the Powerball (sadly),�but I did win the gratitude lotto — and honestly, that felt pretty rich.
“The smallest acts of kindness often have the biggest ripple effects.”
“Being seen is sometimes all the motivation we need.”
Here’s your reminder:�Recognition doesn’t have to be loud to be life-giving.
It feels good to be recognised.
And that small act totally kept me motivated and positive for the rest of the day.

27/10/2025

Anxiety makes us afraid. We get so caught up in the uncomfortable symptoms that we forget to listen to its loud whisper that we feel discomfort because it’s time for change.
Maybe it’s time to take that leap and do something that scares you but will no doubt lead to greater things.