Happy Little Futures

31. Men's Mental Health Awareness Week and 'Reasons to Stay Alive' by Matt Haig

It is Men's Mental Health Awareness Week this week. Whilst Men's Mental Health Awareness is becoming more easily spoken about, it doesn't mean that those who are close to men struggling are necessarily aware of what is going on, or even a man themself is aware.
Following on from this I talk about a fantastic book I have recently read "Reasons to Stay Alive" by Matt Haig. This is about his lived experience of depression and anxiety. The impacts on his life, mind and body. The signs he noticed in retrospect of having got to a place where he was struggling with them.
If you are looking to gain a better insight into what someone may be going through when struggling with mental health, I could not recommend this book enough. Even better, as a parent the chapters are short so it is much easier to keep track of where you are in the book!
In addition to this excitement we have our first ever Podcast Sponsor!
Rowan Fox is an organic clothing brand for kids who love animals. Founded by my artist friend Pamela, she created Rowan Fox to provide colourful, nature inspired clothing that is ethically made and sustainable. Your clothes are produced in renewable powered factories and are sent to you in plastic free packaging.
You can explore the beautiful collection of organic hoodies and t-shirts at https://rowanfox.com/  or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids/ 
 
Finally if you want to get extra info, tips and tricks why not join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook, or connect with me on Facebook and Instagram and check out the website https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/

30. Personal Development IS Personal

Personal development is often something we think of in an academic way, in a work progress way, and in a personal challenge that is being actively worked on way. However, in just 8 days I have come to realise I have made progress that I didn't even know I was making. 
 
Having spent years working to live alongside my anxiety, and years also thinking that I had successfully done so in the best way I possibly can I have had 2 major breakthroughs within 8 days.
 
It has led me to realising that personal development and personal growth are just that, personal. In one of these breakthroughs I watched as all 3 of my kids broke through new doors of personal growth, whilst doing so myself. We all had a new found freedom from this and I now know that there may still be more progress to make that I wasn't even aware of! 
 
To get extra tips and tricks to help you on your journey, whatever that is, join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/803453191242495.
 
 

29. My Mental Health, Meditation and Mindfulness.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and I am checking in to let you know how I deal with the day to day. Reassuring you that you are not alone in having good days and bad days and that we are all muddling through. A bit more of a real picture behind the scenes. 
 
In addition I talk about how meditation and mindfulness have helped me to connect to myself, my values, and noticing when actually it is important that I take a step back and recoup.
 
To get more from me, join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook where you will receive extra updates, tips, tricks and get a say in what you see next from me too!
 
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28. My Maternal Mental Health Story

Last week was Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week which, on hearing about, completely inspired me to do something I have considered doing many times, but never taken the leap in to.
Last week on social media I put up a brief history of my Maternal Mental Health experiences. I have also opened the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook for parents, teachers and others who support children to use as a safe space to chat, share experiences and also somewhere for me to share extra tips, tricks and maybe even host the occasional live meditation!
 
This week I am being extremely vulnerable. Opening myself, up more about my experiences since COVID in particular, but also since I was a kid. I talk more about how I came out the other side of one of the darkest times of my life and my Rediscovery (the subject of this years Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week).
 
If you would like to keep up to date with Happy little Futures, head to Facebook or Instagram. To join the Happy Little Futures Hub head to this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/803453191242495
 
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27. A busy few months.

Well, I certainly did not intend on being away for this long, and I have genuinely missed talking to you all!
So to get back into the swing and to update you, I thought I'd kick back off with a bit of a ramble!
 
As always don't forget to head over to facebook and/or instagram to say hello and keep up to date on everything happening with Happy Little Futures, including our new toddler class happening in Barnt Green, Birmingham!

26. Taking a Step Back When A Child is Struggling

As I mentioned last week, the start to this year has not been a particularly smooth one. With upset and frustration from our middle child, which is having a knock on effect throughout the family.
 
This week I talk about how we have taken a step back to find a way to help him work through this time. 
 
If this weeks episode resonates with you, why not check out the Helping Children with Mindfulness Course? Our next one begins in February!

25. New Year, New Aims and Intentions

Happy New Year! 
 
After a much needed break it's time to get going again! Yes, New Year = Resolutions, for so many, however, this week I'm telling you my slightly gentler approach I take rather than going in all or nothing, when I look at what I want the end of the year to look like.
 
I'd love to hear from you as well! So let me know if you have any New Years goals, or resolutions!
 
Finally, if you're aiming to be more mindful or meditate more why not join me, for meditation coaching! Join me this January to begin your journey to Finding Calm, Connection and most importantly, YOURSELF. Learn common misconceptions about meditation, how mindfulness can help you through the everyday, and how you can integrate them seamlessly into your life.Sign up now for an introductory offer of only £37, in which you get: A one hour live coaching session, which is recorded for you to watch back if you can't make it A 10 minute guided meditation to keep and use foreverSign up now on the website https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/.../find-yourself-coaching/ , or message me with any questions!
 
And if you were planning on signing up for Your Weekly Reset this year, head to Patreon where you can now access each weeks meditation in your own time! patreon.com/HappyLittleFutures

24. Being Present this Christmas, and Any Day Beyond

This week we do a quick,3 minute, on the go meditation. Reconnecting ourselves with our breath. Also reconnecting ourselves with ourselves and talking about each moment going forth. 
 
Debunking a bit of the underlying stress and pressure of Christmas, and moving on with how we can begin finding presence and peace in busy and often emotional times.
 
If you feel this resonates and want to further your journey to Finding Calm in the Chaos of Christmas, check out the Christmas Coaching package on the website. https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/product/find-calm-in-the-christmas-chaos-coaching-package/
 
Keep your eyes peeled for our New Years one too!
 
 

23. Advocating For Your Child, the Emotional Turmoil and Ways to Move Through it.

Seeing your child struggle with emotions, feelings and changes is difficult. However, what can be just as difficult is knowing when to advocate for them, how far to push, and whether it is something you need to keep on with.
 
Maybe it's the time of year, maybe it's something else, but our eldest is definitely more anxious than normal. Today I talk about ways in which I'm educating her and advocating for her at school to help her manage her anxiety.
 
Not only that, but also how it is something that I need to work on with regards to my own trust and anxiety.

22. Getting Ready for a Present, Mindful Christmas

Christmas is fast approaching, and what better time to practise being present. Yes that's present as in in the moment!
 
Today, I'm talking about the steps we are taking as a family to making this Christmas a pre mindful, and relaxed one. I talk about a few more things that I am doing to try to be more present myself this Christmas, and also, what we are doing to try to teach the kids to be more present at Christmas.
 
I also share the exciting news about my Finding Calm in the Christmas Chaos Coaching Package, out on the 1st December!
 
So pull up and chill!