Go Long’s Post

When I was a mom of young kids and running my daycare and looking after my dogs, I did not have a great handle on life. I had clutter and piles everywhere of half finished projects or tasks or I'll get to it later items. I was late a lot -enough that people would notice and comment on it. Always leaving things to the last minute as I do not have a great concept of time. So by rushing I would forget things and then have to do them later or not do them at all. My disordered and anxious mind led to creating clutter and yes it made a mess. Even though I could easily contain messes in totes it wasn't really organized or tidied up. So yes, the mess led to stress. Fast forward 14 yrs+ and my home is no longer cluttered and my mind, although still anxious at times is not disordered (lack of focus sometimes but not cluttered). Things I have changed: 1. Kids grew up and their messes are gone 2. Dogs passed on and as much as I loved them, they were a stress. 3. Starting guided meditations every night to go to sleep so my mind would stop racing. 4. Practice joyful movement more often. 5. Living with someone now who helps keep our home clean and makes me want to as well as it always makes us feel better when the house is clean and organized. #hamont #professionalorganizersincanada #clutterrelief #livingwithless

Daily Win: Navigating Toddler Bedtime Without Naps We recently decided to cut naps for our oldest (he is 4), and the results have been remarkable. What used to be a 2-hour struggle now takes 20 minutes, with far less fussing. I dreaded the idea of no naps, expecting chaos, but it’s been a smoother transition than I ever imagined. Any other parents out there who have gone through this change? Share your strategies for managing bedtime routines! #ParentingWins #FamilyBalance #TimeManagement #ParentingJourney #DadLife #WorkLifeBalance #DailyWin

A few days ago, around 10:30 p.m., marked the one-year anniversary of what I consider a life-changing incident. For those who remember, I accidentally dropped a heavy glass on the floor at our home in Kelowna. Instinctively, I jumped up from the couch to grab a cloth, but in doing so, I stepped directly onto a sharp piece of the glass. That split second resulted in me severing my FHL muscle and losing a lot of blood. That night, Jess rushed me to the emergency room where I got stitches, completely unaware that I was about to face one of the most challenging and emotionally draining periods of my life. For those who know me, I'm always on the move, busy with a project or something active. But with this injury, I was suddenly immobilized, and I remember telling Jess while getting stitches, “How am I going to take Adri trick-or-treating if I can’t walk?” What followed were months of physical therapy, mental struggles, and leaning heavily on family support just to regain my ability to walk. The atrophy from not walking was shocking, and even though a year has passed, I’m still in the process of healing and strengthening my foot & ankle, as well as learning to walk without feeling in part of my foot. It was a tough journey, but I’m incredibly grateful that it wasn’t worse. I could have easily lost my toes or even part of my foot by just stepping slightly different that night. Despite the difficulties, I’m thankful every day for the progress I’ve made. - #InjuryRecovery #HealingJourney #PhysicalTherapy #ComebackStronger #StrongerEveryDay #OneStepAtATime #OvercomingInjury #KeepPushing #StayStrong #Resilience #NeverGiveUp #FindYourStrength #ProgressNotPerfection #RiseAbove #family

Feeling guilty for needing a breather? 🛑 You can’t pour from an empty cup! Let’s prioritize YOU. 💛 #ParentEnhancement #SelfCareForParents #MomGuiltBeGone #ParentCoachTips #FamilyBalance #ParentingSupport #GentleParentingTips #EmpoweredParenting

A lot of sad things have been happening around the world and here in Australia. You may have heard of these sad things * from people you know * on the news. If you are having a hard time that is ok. One thing you can do to help yourself is try the Anchor exercise. This is an exercise to help you feel calm. It has been made with and for people with intellectual disability. In the exercise * You picture in your mind a boat in a storm. * Then you picture an anchor being thrown out of the boat. The anchor stops the boat from rocking and makes it safe. * You then picture the storm clouds moving away and the sea being calm. So if life feels stormy, you can picture throwing your anchor out so you feel safe, then the storm clouds going away so you feel calm. Try it and see if it helps you. Once you have practised the exercise a few times you can get the anchor exercise for your phone so you can listen any time. Go to www.cid.org.au/anchor Our members and staff with intellectual disability love this exercise. We hope you do too. If you need to talk to someone you can call * Lifeline Australia – 13 11 14 * Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 #Meditation #GuidedMeditation #MentalHealth

5 Steps to Positive Thinking

We all need a gentle reminder. 💜💚💗💛🧡💙♥️ #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #wedorecover #recoveryispossible #recoveryjourney #selfcarematters #holidaytips

Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) presents its unique challenges, but it's not a barrier to living a fulfilling life. Staying motivated to thrive despite the hurdles often involves a combination of factors. For me, it's been crucial to focus on the things that bring joy and purpose to my life, whether it's spending time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies, or contributing to my community. At the Muscle & Joint Clinic, we understand the importance of holistic care in managing EDS and HSD. Our approach encompasses releasing tension, remobilizing joints, and restoring function to help you live your best life. By addressing physical discomfort and limitations, we aim to empower you to stay connected to your passions and hobbies. Whether it's gardening, painting, playing music, or engaging in sports, we're here to support you every step of the way. #EDS #HSD #chronicpain #mobility #holistichealth #wellnessjourney #painmanagement #communitysupport #nevergiveup #liveyourbestlife

We are all on a human journey, and being human can be rough at times. But we are allowed to feel all the motions and all the feels. We are never alone in this. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpractitioner #mentalhealthhealing #whatismentalhealth #mentalhealthtreatment #mentalhealthawareness

Tell us your questions in the comments below! ✨ #May #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthForAll #LiveLoveLaugh #embracingvulnerability