I studied for 6 hours for my neuroscience class - it was a struggle to understand the concepts at first but I kept at it and once I got the hang of it I felt very proud :D  ... View more

1. I learnt a lot at Uni today and challenged myself which was rewarding  2. Tried some new tea and it tasted nice  3. When I was stressed I talked myself through it and felt better  ... View more

This viral pic is from years ago but this is a bearded dragon named Pringle and I have always thought that I would wanna be this cool   ... View more

Really love your list @Lost_Space_Explorer5 ! May I ask what signalling openness is? I haven't heard of that before and it seems like something I would love to try    ... View more

Emotional tool - CBT Workbooks  - Talk to my mum  - Mediation (hot chocolate mediation)    Physical tool - Yoga  - Pilates      Mental tool - Learning Japanese  - Reading (currently reading The Spy and the Traitor by Ben MacIntyre)      ... View more

Hi @Tiny_leaf I really understand that feeling your going through - please know that we are here to listen when you feel ready    ... View more

@Anzelmo thank you! All of these look super awesome - have been meaning to watch New Girls too  ... View more

Depends, how would you define main focus?  ... View more

@Lost_Space_Explorer5 said PURPLE  My favourite season is ...  .--. .-. .. -. --. Next Q: What is your favourite food?   ... View more

My self care kit  - Creating playlists  - Creating mood boards  - Curling up in bed with a good book  - Drinking a warm cup of tea  - Working through a CBT Workbook  - Practicing calligraphy  - Venting to my mum  - Being alone to recharge  - Yoga or Pilates  - Dancing in my room to music  - Meditation  - Journalling  - Sleep  Writing out this list has made me realise now that there are so many ways I can support and look after myself if I have had a hard day or something goes wrong - thank you for this!  ... View more

@hunginc I like the look of The Wire  will give it a try - thanks!  ... View more

I love reading!!   here are some of my recommendations: Self Help - Pyscho Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz - Atomic Habits by James Clear  - Six Pillars of Self Esteem by Nathaniel Branden  Psychology - Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman  - Delusions of Gender by Carole Field  Fiction   - Wolf by Wolf by Ryan Gaudin  - Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton   - If On A Winters Night a Traveller by Italio Calvino  - Vicious by VE Shwab  - Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy  ... View more

hey @mspaceK just tagging you in this in case you are interested!  ... View more

@Justwhatever I am so proud of you for moving to another group who value your time, this is amazing! Thank you for sharing and encouraging others to have courage too  I have been in a similar situation and I agree that moving groups was the best choice for me too - I became so much happier  ... View more

what is a dream trip that you'd like to go on in the future? My plan is to solo travel around Japan! I want to go to Kyoto, Tokyo, Osaka etc!    What are some of the reasons you'd like to visit those destinations? I have alwaaaysss been fascinated with Japan, the culture is so beautiful and something that I have loved learning about as it’s so different to my own. The gorgeous landscapes and nature just looks so amazing too!  Going solo travelling is very important for me to tick of - I want to get out of my comfort zone, be comfortable with myself, trust myself, be more grateful, do things on my own terms, be free and independent - the list goes on!  ... View more

Today I am going to have a Superb Sunday by reading a book, making tons of playlists and maybe going for a walk later  I have had a really busy past few weeks so this weekend I am just relaxing and looking after myself  ... View more

Hey @mspaceK I’m sorry to hear this  it seems like these services are really important to you and have given you a lot of support over the years. I can understand why you feel a sense of grief and loss. Since posting this have you looked into any other services for support?    I have found a thread about ageing out of services that you might be interested in here  (I hope the link works) and that there is an upcoming “Ask Me Almost Anything” session with a guest who will talk about this and you can ask questions that you may have?    I also heard last hear that a Headspace for adults is in the works - I haven’t heard too much about it but it could be something to keep an eye on!  ... View more

Awesome! Amazing stuff guys  ... View more

This is great! I need to practice living in the moment too   Even though I am replying on Tuesday - yesterday I went and sat out on my balcony and actually looked around at the people walking below. I never usually go out there just to sit and be present but yesterday I decided to. It was so interesting to observe all the different types of people and families that walked by  ... View more

Hey @FunTurtle I’m sorry to hear that your going through this and that this has been happening for a long time. It sounds like this has been really tough but I hear you and I understand. You are deserving of having friends who value you and your time!  When they come over now is it possible to invite a friend over or go out and have a really fun time away from them? And just slowly start the process of distancing, or is that really uncomfortable as it might lead to confrontation?   I’m sorry to hear that you are stuck with them for now  but it’s amazing that you shared your story to encourage others to do so and share advice!  ... View more

1. I saw the sun setting over the water  2. The smoothie guy remembered my order  3. I got home 10 minutes earlier than usual!  ... View more

This is so wholesome I love it!  here is a list of the things I love  1. When people are excited to share a cool fact they know  2. Seeing kids patting animals gently  3. That moment when I finish a book and I feel so much closure and content  4. When people do small dances or jigs when listening to music  5. When the sun passes through leaves  6. Seeing random couples being shy  7. Seeing people wearing decorative socks  8. When someone makes a reference from a TV show or movie you get  9. That people wear perfume so that they have a special scent  10. Being in awe of nature and seeing others in awe too  ... View more

I saw this post a few days ago and here is what I did!  Day 1: I did Pilates (be active)  Day 2: On the train I decided to watch the scenery instead of listening to music or reading a book (take notice)  Day 3: I met up with a friend that I was worried about and we had a talk about how she was (connect)    ... View more

This is the best post I have ever seen! I am obsessed with tea cups and mugs + B is my favourite    ... View more

Hey there   I have seen your username around here before and was wondering what kind of music are you a fan of?   Would love to know! I pretty much like every genre of music if there’s a song that I think is great. Right now I can’t stop listening to Blondie and Kaleo   Also I’m sorry to hear about your experiences with mental health workers/ GPs - that’s not okay and your thoughts and feelings are super valid. I’m glad that your seeing a psychiatrist that’s working for you ... View more

@WheresMySquishy I’m so sad to hear about your grandma  that must have been a lot to deal with, how are you doing?  and I’m glad you have a day off - what are you planning to do?  ... View more

Hi @Lilly_87 im really proud of you for recognising how alcohol was affecting you early on and stepping back from it - that takes a lot of self awareness and strength and that’s super amazing! How has it been for you giving up alcohol recently? Have you noticed a difference for the better?    ... View more

@musicfan_xo thank you so much for sharing! I love what you said - "self care isn't selfish in any way."    I have loved reading everyone's responses to this question - its so interesting to hear peoples perspectives on what self kindness means to them    1. What does being kind to ourselves mean? For me its about self nurturing, making yourself a priority, taking the time to heal and grow, taking the time to do the things you love, saying kind things to yourself.    2. Why is it important? When we are kinder to ourselves we learn to be loving and accepting which I believe builds a lot of emotional resilience from negativity. It opens up opportunities to learn about ourselves and take the time heal from the negative things we can say about ourselves.    3. Can you think of an example when you've been kind to yourself? One of my favourite meditations to do lately is Loving-Kindness (or 'Metta') Meditations. At first I was a bit uncomfortable because I wasn't used to saying these kind affirmations to myself, but as I have practiced I have cultivated a lot more kindness towards myself. This meditation here is one I like if anyone wants to check it out. Also check out Kristin Neff - her meditations are truly amazing!   4. Does how we talk to ourselves impact on our approach to different aspects of our lives? (e.g. work/study, relationships, sleep, eating, etc?) From personal experience - yes. I have always put an intense amount of pressure on myself to be 'perfect' and I would always put myself down. For about 2-3 years I really spiralled and it drastically affected my sleeping, eating, stress, study, relationships with family and friends. But now I am slowly healing and being kinder to myself - it has been a bit up and down sometimes and it has taken a lot of work but I'm getting there and I'm proud of my small progress   ... View more

@scared01  I love your answers to the questions - especially the one ‘what does being kind to ourselves mean?’ I really needed that reminder that not everything has to be perfect and that it’s important to learn and move forward  thanks so much!  ... View more