Mindful Psychologist

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26/12/2025

👋 Hey everyone! Have you ever wondered if anger is a friend or foe? Well, it all depends on how you handle it! Anger can be a valuable emotion for setting boundaries and advocating for yourself, but it can also be destructive if not managed properly. 🌟

Anger As Ally: Harnessing the Power of Your Emotions by Michelle McClintock | Mar 17, 2023 | Emotions | 0 commentsAnger is often seen as a negative emotion that needs to be suppressed or avoided at all costs. But what if I told you that anger can actually be a powerful ally in your life? That anger....

24/12/2025

As Christmas arrives, I’m really aware that this season can land very differently for different people.

For some, it’s joyful and full.
For others, it’s quiet, heavy, complicated — or just exhausting.

If you’re feeling connected and content, I hope you soak it up.

If you’re grieving, overwhelmed, estranged, burnt out, or just relieved the year is nearly over — you’re not broken, and you’re not alone.

You don’t need to be grateful, cheerful, productive, or “making the most of it.”
Sometimes getting through the day gently is more than enough.

Wherever you are today, I’m sending warmth, steadiness, and compassion your way and the botz are sending cuddles.

And if Christmas isn’t your thing — that’s allowed too. 😉

Take care of yourselves,
Michelle 🤍

23/12/2025

Keeping your outside world in order can help keep your mind in order. If you are feeling overwhelmed by thoughts and emotions - trying cleaning a small space in your house - try organising a draw. It's amazing how such a simple act can make you feel better.

19/12/2025

Put Yourself First For Once

Put Yourself First For Once by Michelle McClintock | Apr 8, 2023 | Self-Care | 0 comments“‘The Importance of Self-CareAs the saying goes, “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” Yet, so many of us find ourselves constantly putting the needs of others before our own, neglecting our own self-car...

18/12/2025

Just for giggles... ;-)

16/12/2025

Are you caught up in the Circle of Anxiety. Most people don't understand that this is how anxiety takes over - and that it's actually possible to reverse this cycle with some simple strategies. I'd love helping people turn their anxiety around...

12/12/2025

Befriend Your Stress

Befriend Your Stress by Michelle McClintock | Apr 8, 2023 | Resilience, Stress | 0 commentsMost Stress Is OptionalIt’s hard to admit this, and you may not believe it, but for most of my life I have allowed stress to get to me. I blame my Scottish ancestry! And my perfectionism didn’t help matter...

11/12/2025

I am always saying to people: mindfulness is simple, it's not rocket science, but the biggest challenge is just practicing regularly enough to get the benefits.

09/12/2025

A beautiful quote for today x