Bluebird Psychology

Your 'functionality' should not dictate your access to support and compassion.

Your value can not be defined by others.

Sometimes it's hard to find the words to say to our loved ones when they are facing hardship. Here are some ideas that may be helpful.

Take a moment this evening to do a brief check-in with yourself. This can help you to process the day you have had, and set you up for tomorrow with clarity and purpose.

We believe in the power of authentic courage. It's not always about conquering your fears; it's about acknowledging them and moving towards a life you value. It's reaching out for help when you need it, and finding strength in vulnerability.

Each of our circles of control will look different. What's inside your circle? Rather than getting consumed with things that are outside of our control, take hold of what you have influence over in order to move towards a life of meaning and purpose,

Many parents and carers are curious about how to assist their kids to develop awareness of others, feelings of empathy and a desire to help others. Here are a few important things to keep in mind as you support your kids in development of these skills.

Your patterns of self protection may have served a purpose through trauma. If we are no longer in a traumatic environment, we can thank our brain for the way it has protected us in the past, and then learn new helpful responses.

Your social circles are not necessarily your healing circles.

Just because you carry it well doesn't mean you have to do it alone.

Acknowledgement is the best medicine.

Some things you might notice if you have experienced trauma.

You do not have to do this on your own.

You are more than your productivity.

What needs should be prioritise for neurodivergent kids? All of these needs (and many more) may hold importance, however lower branches should not be tended to to the detriment of higher branches.

There are pros and cons to labels, however one major pro can be summarised with this illustration.

Here are a few boundary setting statements that you many be able to test out this week.

Needing connection and support is a fundamental part of being human.

We want to create a safe space for you to connect and create change.

We are all a bit of a mess. We all make mistakes We are all learning We all have room to grow We all need care and compassion. Because we are all in this mess together.