Your Mind Redesigned

21/11/2025

Social Media Ban for Under 16's - Parents, do you feel prepared? Comment INFO for more details.

18/11/2025

Are you concerned about the upcoming social media ban and how it will affect your teen?

Local workshops aim to help families navigate social media changes
By Behaviour and Mental Health Practitioner, Marisa Netherwood

With the upcoming under-16 social media delay taking effect on 10 December, many hinterland families are preparing for a transition that feels both necessary and challenging. While it isn’t technically a ban, the reality is that many young people will still be caught in the cross-waters as the change rolls out. Some won’t feel much loss at all – but for others, the shift will remove something that has played a big role in their daily lives.

As a parent to a 14-year-old, I wanted to understand what role social media actually played for young people: connection, identity cues, entertainment, dopamine reward, creativity, sensory regulation and more. When you remove something that meets multiple psychological needs, kids don’t just lose a pastime – they lose a structure. And structure needs replacing, not ignoring.

With that in mind, we’ve created a one-hour parent and caregiver information session to help families understand the delay, anticipate emotional and behavioural ripple-effects, and support their children with clarity and empathy rather than confusion and conflict. Central to the session is the Bridge Matrix – an 11-category framework mapping out what social media used to offer and how families can rebuild those benefits in healthier, real-world ways. Parents receive a printable version to co-design with their child, creating a personalised plan that feels collaborative rather than imposed.

But we’ve also recognised another challenge: many teens and tweens simply won’t sit down with a parent to workshop an activity plan. Developmentally, it’s normal – not defiance, just a need for autonomy. So we’ve also developed a two-hour teen workshop that delivers the same bridging principles through novelty, movement, hands-on activities and self-driven exploration. It helps young people craft their own matrix in a way that feels empowering and age-appropriate.

This change presents a challenge – and with the right tools and mindset, it can become an opportunity to strengthen wellbeing, rebuild real-world connection, and support kids who will genuinely feel the impact. Local parents and caregivers interested in early session details are welcome to get in touch at info@yourmindredesigned.com.

Pictured: Marisa Netherwood “When you remove something that meets multiple psychological needs, kids don’t just lose a pastime – they lose a structure.”
Your Mind Redesigned

15/11/2025

Parents of teens — with the under-16 social media ban starting soon, many families are wondering how to help their kids adjust without conflict or overwhelm.
We’re running a short parent session that gives you a clear roadmap for this transition, plus a practical activity matrix you and your teen can build together.
We’re also hosting a longer workshop for teens based on the matrix, focusing on connection, creation, movement, flow state, and healthy dopamine alternatives.
If you’d like early details or want to join the first intake, comment INFO or send me a message.
We’re all about making this transition easier on everyone — and maybe even turning it into an unexpected opportunity.

20/08/2025

Has anyone checked out my weekly newsletter on Substack? Next week's edition includes a 6 Minute Moments guided meditation to help tune out the noise and tune in to what matters most to you.

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26/05/2025

Have you been looking for a bite size weekly newsletter for better mental and behavioural health? This might be for you...

May’s theme is all about gratitude — not the glossy kind that ignores life’s messiness, but the kind that invites us to gently notice the silver linings, even when the clouds roll in.

12/05/2025

🌿 Thinking About Trying Hypnotherapy?
Feeling stuck with stress, anxiety, habits or past experiences you just can’t shake? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to go it alone either.

Clinical hypnotherapy is gaining popularity because... it works. It’s all about calming the nervous system so you can respond to life’s challenges with more ease, clarity and confidence.

👉 If you’re looking for a local hypnotherapist, here are 3 quick tips to help you choose the right one:

✅ Check credentials – Are they registered with a professional body like the Australian Hypnotherapists Association? That means they’ve done extensive training (1000+ hours), ongoing supervision, and are held to ethical standards.

⭐ Read the reviews – What are clients saying? Look for genuine, detailed feedback. Don’t just skim the stars.

💬 Check the vibe – Rapport is everything. You need to feel safe, supported, and understood. Jump on a quick call or read some of their blog/newsletter content to get a feel for their style.

🙋‍♀️ I’m a Clinical Hypnotherapist right here in Nambour and happy to answer any questions if you're curious about whether it’s right for you (no pressure).

📩 Feel free to message me or comment below — happy to help.

You’ve got this. 💚

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25/03/2025

Thank you Jayde for the incredibly thoughtful google review. It's so meaningful to me that we were able to work together, and that you achieved your goals of quitting ni****ne and getting on top of anxiety. I'm so pleased for you.

13/02/2025

Flying solo this Valentines day? My February newsletters focus on taking time to develop the ultimate relationship - the one with yourself.

This month, we explored the journey of self-acceptance, meaningful solo time, and how to prioritise your well-being in a way that truly sticks. Here’s a quick recap of our February newsletters: 💙 Newsletter 1: Radical Self-Acceptance We kicked off the month by shifting the focus from external l...

10/01/2025

I'm super keen to know what everyone's 2025 'Big Goals' are, and if you have made any steps toward them yet.

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