Safety Mate’s Post

Do these words sound familiar? “Will you just go and lie down!” Does your fur-baby rarely settle, barking at random noises and following your every move? We are so used to seeing this kind of behaviour that we think it’s ‘normal’, but it’s not!! Now whilst it’s true that some breeds need more stimulation than others, you might be surprised to hear that a contented dog, will do nothing more than sleep and relax for most of their waking day! And this so called ‘normal’ behaviour, is due to our dogs being on ‘High Alert’, which is a stressful state for any living being to maintain, and not one that is conducive to your dog’s wellbeing. Image being in a constant state of high alert; you would be exhausted, and over time, your health would suffer. When we bring a dog into our home, we need to be clear on the rules and boundaries, otherwise the dog will presume it knows best, and will attempt to take over. This is when our dog starts to display those unwanted behaviours that we find annoying, but believe me when I say, your dog is not giving you a hard time, your dog is having a hard time. The good news is that you can turn things around in a very short space of time, allowing you and your dog to relax. https://lnkd.in/d_WcjUv

What do you feed your dog? Did you know that gut health directly impacts your dog's overall health and wellbeing, so it's beneficial to give them the good stuff. If you'd like some advice, drop me a message. #dogs #dogsoflinkedin #holistic

Certain things get under our skin, but acknowledging and releasing pet peeves can improve your well-being. It reduces stress, creating a more relaxed and positive environment for everyone involved. What is a pet peeve you would like to let go of? #Wellbeing #Stress #PetPeeves https://lnkd.in/ee7FiHHv

Ooh what are yours? Mine are: Fluffy clouds The sound of rain The smell of rain Chocolate! People often come to me and talk about their triggers, what is difficult, how it affects them. All of these are super important and definitely something that I try hard to help people with. But it's easy to get caught in the trap of focussing on what's not good, so it's such a lovely feeling to highlight these wellbeing moments that help a person to feel calm and safe. Identifying what helps a person to feel calm and safe, can be useful in putting a plan together to aid restoration of energy/ equilibrium after a triggering event.

Dear Mom, You shower us with all of your selfless love, always prioritizing our wellbeing. But in the midst of caring for us, don't forget to prioritize your own well-being too. Let's highlight that your well-being matters too. #mentalawarenessmonth #mothersday #celebratemom #herwellnessmatterstoo #MomDeservesSelfCare #WellbeingForAll

Meeting Basic Needs: How Wellness Shapes Our Potential In this video, we explore the crucial connection between meeting basic physiological needs and enhancing overall wellness. Discover how access to air, water, food, and shelter influences our potential and responsibilities in caring for others, illustrated through a heartwarming story of a puppy rescue. #WellnessJourney #PhysiologicalNeeds #HealthAndWellness #PuppyLove #Responsibility #BasicNeedsMatter #SurvivalInstincts #LifeLessons #MentalHealthMatters #CompassionInAction

Did you know that today is #TakeYourDogToWorkDay? We all know that the proximity of animals help us with our mental and emotional wellbeing, don't we? And did you know that having your dog at your workplace can help alleviate #stress too? The Kennel Club conducted a survey which revealed that "70% of people think dogs reduce stress within a working environment". I also said that you can reduce your blood pressure just by stroking a dog... 😃 I am so lucky to have my little Peky with me in the office every day. She doesn't only help me to feel good, but also helps my clients. She is fabulous at putting a smile on my clients' faces, even through the screen! And my in-person clients just LOVE having her around. She is not officially a 'therapy dog' as such. But she has a unique sense of when you need some stress or tention released. This is when she jumps up on the sofa, sitting next to you. And as soon as that tension subsides, she is off, as her job is done... Even just stroking her soft furry calms you right down... 😊🐶 Have you ever taken your dog with you to work? How was it for you? 🥰🌻 ________ #NLPwithVanda #TakeYourDogToWork #dogsatwork #animaltherapy #mentalhealth #emotionalwellbeing #emotionalhealth #emotionalwellness #stressrelief

Prioritizing family health and wellness is crucial for overall well-being. Encouraging physical activity and healthy habits within the family not only enhances individual health but also strengthens family bonds. Let’s make wellness a family affair and support each other in staying active and healthy! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ #HealthyLiving #FamilyWellness #CommunityFitness

Prioritizing family health and wellness is crucial for overall well-being. Encouraging physical activity and healthy habits within the family not only enhances individual health but also strengthens family bonds. Let’s make wellness a family affair and support each other in staying active and healthy! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ #HealthyLiving #FamilyWellness #CommunityFitness

Prioritizing family health and wellness is crucial for overall well-being. Encouraging physical activity and healthy habits within the family not only enhances individual health but also strengthens family bonds. Let’s make wellness a family affair and support each other in staying active and healthy! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ #HealthyLiving #FamilyWellness #CommunityFitness