I recently completed a Mental Health First Aid course. I expected to learn practical things like what to say, what to do, and who to call. I certainly learned those. The biggest lesson was one I was not expecting at all. I came out seeing the judgments I had been carrying around without noticing them….
Walk down the cleaning aisle of any supermarket, and you will see products promising the scent of a “mountain breeze” or “zesty lemon.” For many people, these strong fragrances signal that a room is clean and ready to use. But if you have sensory processing sensitivities, that “fresh” smell might not feel comforting at all….
Waiting on hold. Waiting for a plan review. Finding out that a favourite support worker is moving on. If you’re an NDIS participant or a family carer, you already know there can be a lot of waiting and a lot of uncertainty. It’s completely understandable to feel frustrated sometimes. One simple tool can help you…
At Journey In Action Support, we often talk about finding a comfortable balance in our daily routines. While technology is wonderful, spending too much time looking at screens can sometimes leave us feeling drained or foggy, which can impact our overall wellbeing. Recognizing that your brain has “too many tabs open” is a fantastic first…