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Adult Sleepovers Are Giving Us What Big Nights Out Can’t We tend to associate sleepovers with teenagers, but young adults are now swapping big nights out with chilled nights in. On TikTok, there are 1.1 million videos with the hashtag #sleepover, featuring friends gathering together and ditching their partners to hang out. There is an emphasis on quality time together. The trend towards more “wholesome” and less expensive activities comes from a desire for safety and nostalgia. Psychotherapist Caroline Plumer states: Being at a sleepover with friends not only gives us the opportunity to have the type of deep and lengthy conversations that often tend to occur in the late hours, it also bonds us closer together and provides us a literal safe space,”. We think there’s an even deeper layer to why young people are forgoing big nights out. As the outside world becomes more chaotic, uncertain and busy – we are increasingly seeking calm, controlled and familiar environments. Are sleepovers an escape from reality or a way to connect with those who matter? Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dxiG_p_c Do you want to read more of our hand picked stories? Subscribe to our newsletter now (not later) to receive them every Friday at 8:30am (GMT) https://lnkd.in/eG5RvXdq

Recently, I introduced an audience to my daughter and her Halloween costume. Yes, that's my 8-year-old ready to go trick-or-treating tonight as ... ... a cockroach with green sunglasses. Naturally, a lot of adults have asked her "why." After all, it's not necessarily what most would think an 8-year-old would choose over a witch or a superhero or a princess or a wizard or a clown. But my daughter? She has never wavered. Instead, she's responded with a tone that simply says: "Well, why not?" In our professional world, we have so many outside influences that tell us we are expected to show up in a certain way. To follow a certain path. To conform to the norm. To buy in to what's advertised to us. No wonder it's hard for so many of us to stand firm in our own authenticity. But we also know that living inauthentically over the long run impacts (among other things) our self-esteem, our mental health, our ability to form meaningful relationships and the way we show up at work. There's no magic button that gets us there. It takes a lot of work and introspection. A lot of trial and error and failing and succeeding. But it's worth the work to find our way to standing firm as our WHOLE selves. So let's start leaning in to a mission to create spaces so safe for people to show up authentically... that when they're asked "why" ... They throw on their green sunglasses and say: “Why not?"

Addiction can have devastating consequences, and for women, the loss of their children can be one of the most heartbreaking. Substance abuse can impair a mother's ability to care for her children, leading to child neglect or abuse. This can result in the removal of children from the home and placement in foster care. The impact of losing children due to addiction is profound. It can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and despair. Mothers may struggle with grief and depression, and may also experience difficulty rebuilding relationships with their children. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and the loss of children, please seek help. There are resources available to support women in recovery and to help them regain custody of their children. Here are some resources that can help Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 1-800-662-HELP (4357) National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) 1-800-NCA-CALL (622-2255) Child Welfare Information Gateway: 1-800-394-3366 https//https://lnkd.in/dsMdKuJN

New Blog Post WHAT IF MY BABY LOOKS UNCOMFORTABLE? I don’t know if I’m biased, but seeing a sleeping baby is the most peaceful, comforting image I can imagine. The sheer peacefulness, the softness of those fluffy pyjamas, the way they hold their arms by their sides, the nearly inaudible sound of their breath, the perfect stillness of it all, looks like the very definition of “rest.” Or at least that’s what it looks like in the pictures. But suppose your little one has started rolling over and learned how to navigate their crib a little. In that case, you may have noticed that they tend to get themselves into some laughably uncomfortable-looking positions. Seriously, babies can get themselves into sleeping positions that would make a contortionist gasp in horror, and they don’t just do it to shock and amaze an audience. They literally sleep like that! Even though it can occasionally be good for a laugh, it can also be pretty concerning from a safety standpoint. Suppose it’s the middle of the night. You’re checking the baby monitor to see that your little one has somehow managed to fall asleep while propped up on their toes and forehead for the third time in under an hour. In that case, it can be really frustrating as well. READ MORE ON THE BLOG link in the comments, or DM me for the direct link. #whywontmybabysleep #momshelpingmoms #babysleeptips #babysleepsweird #gentlesleeptraining #bedtimebattles #drmatthewwalker #sleepthroughthenight #gentlesleepsolutions #gentlesleepcoach #sleepsense #tothemoonandbacksleepblog #bedtimeroutine #babysleephelp #infantsleephelp #toddlersleephelp #preschoolersleephelp #newbornsleephelp #yesgsleepconsultant #sleepcoach #newbornsleepconsultant #babysleepconsultant #betterbedtimes #nightwakings #maternalmentalhealth #infantmentalhealth #womenhelpingwomen #sleepconsultantedmonton #babysleepconsultantedmonton #babysleepconsultantcanada

In a home last week, I observed a mother yelling at her nanny in front of the kids. The elderly nanny felt horrible and was unsure what to do. Correcting someone can be a delicate matter, so I feel that it's important to do it carefully. You can effectively correct people without making them feel bad by following these You can use these 5 helpful tips when it comes to correcting someone. Choose the Right Time and Place Focus on the Issue, Not the Person Offer Alternatives or Solutions Be Open to Being Wrong Use a Gentle and Respectful Tone Keep in mind that the purpose is to clarify information or correct a mistake without damaging the relationship. What has been your approach to giving people corrections? Let me know in the comments below!

Make sure to keep their mind attentive and awake by casually pointing out a thing or two, but let your child really notice as much as he or she can. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AN38p #TeachNatureSimply #StressFree #InformalNatureStudy #NatureWalk #RepeatingPattern

Masking, and no, I am not talking about the masks you wear at Halloween—you’re a bit too early for that. I am talking about the coping mechanism used by Disabled and Neurodivergent people. People mask for a whole variety of reasons: they don’t feel supported, they aren’t in a safe environment, or they want to downplay their struggles or appear a certain way. Masking is a coping mechanism, which for many of us, is a way of surviving environments, people, and situations we are not comfortable with. Masking isn’t about deceiving people. It’s about surviving. It’s a way to blend in, to smile and get through a situation, to pretend everything is fine when, sometimes, it really isn’t, but we just don’t feel safe enough to say anything. Image Description: A Disabled By Society graphic. The title reads, “When I Say I’m Masking, I’m:” Below 12 statements accompanied by clipart. 1. Trying To Fit In – a person with a prosthetic leg walking. 2. Burying My Head – a person who appears anxious and stimming with their hands. 3. Trying To Be Like Everyone Else – a person with Down Syndrome walks with a non-Disabled person. 4. Hiding Parts Of Myself – a person using sign language. 5. Suppressing My Struggles – a person crawled up upset. 6. Pretending I’m Okay – a person sat on a beanbag using a computer. 7. Hoping To Distract – a person spinning in circles. 8. Holding Back – a person writing into their journal as a way to express all they are holding in. 9. Hiding My Emotions – a person dancing. 10. Burning Energy a person crying out of exhaustion. 11. Following Social Scripts – a person reading from a book. 12. Trying To Survive – a person knitting.  #FridayFeeling #DisabledBySociety #DisabilityIncluison #DiversityAndInclusion

This is a great image. It’s really important to raise awareness and create a comfortable environment for all your team so they feel supported and can thrive. #DiversityAndInclusion #CultureIsWhatYouMakeIt #BusinessCulture #Culture

community and social system support is a strong predictor of whether traumatic events will eventually manifest in a pathological form as PTSD. which is a lot of suffering on its own, but no one wants that therapy bill either. #NégligenceSanitaire #NégligenceAlimentaire #ChangementNécessaire #PunitivePsychiatryInCanada

🎥 Dr. Na’imah Sedegah is here with 3 thoughtful tips for managing a child’s anxiety during Halloween, straight from a therapist! 🎃👻 1️⃣ Prepare Early: Talk to your child about Halloween plans in advance to help reduce any surprises or uncertainty. 2️⃣ Offer Choices: Let them choose their costume and decide which activities to participate in. Empowering them can ease anxiety. 3️⃣ Respect Boundaries: If your child is uncomfortable with certain decorations or activities, don’t push them. Let them engage at their own pace. Watch the full video for more insights! #ChildAnxiety #HalloweenTips #ParentingAdvice #DrSedegah #MentalHealthMatters #HalloweenSafety