Lorna Williamson 7th March 1971 - 21st September 2024

Our amygdala is our brain's smoke alarm. When our amygdala activates, much like a smoke alarm, it is all we can hear.

Abuse is always an abuse of power. Trigger Warning. This is likely to be a challenging read.

I am tremendously grateful to my body. It rarely lets me down. It mostly does the stuff I want it to do. Why then, do I not treat it better?

When our teenagers know EVERYTHING, it might push our buttons but it is in fact a completely normal and healthy phase of development.

What is Psychotherapy? Does it look like Stutz? *Spoiler* This is not a definitive answer. But definitely see the film.

Paul Herman 02.07.1953 - 14.06.2022

This blog talks about suicidality. Please do not read it if it is likely to cause you distress.

Who's That Trip Trapping Over My Bridge - A Tale About Trolls, Triggers and Reaching Out for Support.

The Pornification of Mainstream Culture or 'Conversations You Don't Expect to Have With Your 12 Year Old on a Tuesday Morning'.

Last week was confusing. Celebrate women. But don't believe their experiences. Be sad about murdered women, But not like that.

I've cobbled together a little checklist of things to ask in meetings about your kids - IEP reviews, medical reviews, statement or EHCP, etc

What if...A jolly read about 'mum stuff'. Grab a mince pie for a festive pity party. Or keep scrolling. It's Christmas, do what you like. xx

Question: When is a specialist disability insurance provider not a specialist disability insurance provider? Answer: When they outsource...

An update for the Baldy fanclub. He is beyond grateful for your support and kind wishes. xxx

Here is another gripping instalment of the life and times of Baldy aka ‘the kids’ dad’. Apologies if you actually feel like you live with us

If you are a member of a family that doesn’t look like a family on TV but your family works for you. Great job. Well done.

For anyone who would like to commiserate about how being home for 14 weeks is working out. You're welcome. xx

What do I know about racism? The short answer is, 'Bugger all'. Alternatively, make yourself comfy for the longer answer.

This experience is solely that of my family. I share/over share our experiences in case they are of use to others.