As we have discussed in other blogs we can teach children how to be mindful using Glitter Jars. In this video Clinical Psychologist Krystle Pavalache shows you how to make a glitter jar with your child and how to use it to teach the important skill of...
Mindfulness is not just a skill for adults – childhood is a wonderful time to introduce it. Your child can use this skill throughout their life in areas such as emotion regulation, self-control, and decision making. Here I discuss how to explain mindfulness, why...
The basic principle behind mindfulness is that often a lot of things we do we do without being fully present or without being aware of your own thoughts and feelings. Mindfulness teaches us how to be present moment rather than lost in our own minds. Listed below are 5...
Neuroplasticity is a concept that describes the evidence that shows that our brain changes with experiences. Doidge describes it as the brain changing its structure with each activity it performs. Which means in today’s busy and stressful world, our brain undergoes...
Improving client well being is the ultimate goal of any psychologist. When working with clients we are always striving to assist clients to improve their mental and physical health, achieve goals and live meaningful and satisfying lives. This week is Psychology Week...
Mindfulness is a concept that is moving from the world of psychology and into the mainstream. The popularity of mindful colouring books is testament to that. But what exactly is mindfulness and why should you be bothered to do it? Mindfulness, in its simplest form is...
