Action Forward Rebalance Life Mentoring

10/12/2025

The burn out before the Christmas wave is REAL!!!

Is it just me, or does the end of year energy feel extra heavy right now?

I’m hearing it everywhere, the strain, the exhaustion, the “just let me crawl to Christmas” vibe.
December can feel like we’re all dragging our feet toward an invisible finish line.

But here’s the real question I’ve been sitting with:
Do we just keep pushing and hope we make it… or is there another way?

This time of year often activates pressure-mode, everyone tying up loose ends, ticking off to do lists, finalising reports, showing up to events, and squeezing out “just a bit more” when our body and mind are quietly whispering (or yelling)… please stop.

I’ve been wondering:
How can I support my energy instead of force it to the end?!?!

A few helpful strategies to draw on to keep momentum without burning out:
- Choosing 1–2 non-negotiable tasks each day instead of 10
- Letting “good enough” actually be good enough
- Building in tiny resets — sunlight, a walk, a cuppa, silence
- Delegating or postponing anything that truly doesn’t need to happen right now
- Allowing myself to rest without guilt (yes… even in December)

But what is the tool you pull out to get through this time of year, because I know so many people are feeling it:

Where are you at as we head into the end of the year?
Are you crawling, cruising, or consciously slowing down?
And what’s one thing helping you keep going right now?

Let’s share strategies you have in your tool bag of life, your strategy might be exactly what someone else needs today.

08/12/2025

It is so exciting to collaborate and continue to work along side such a wonderful local business.

Bring on 2026 for all those we get to share time and knowledge with for thriving and not just surviving.

🌟 2026 Sponsor Spotlight — Action Forward Rebalance Life Mentoring ! 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome Action Forward to our Amaroo Equine sponsor community for 2026! 🤝💚

Action Forward is a Blue Mountains–based community Occupational Therapy service, founded in 2012 and led by Stephanie, who brings over 20 years of experience supporting individuals with complex disability—including neurological conditions, intellectual disability, ageing, autism, and mental health.

Stephanie shares:
✨ “I’ve learned that everyone’s processing style is unique. My strengths are in practical, collaborative problem-solving, and I bring that same approach to the people I support.” ✨

Action Forward’s mission has always been clear and deeply aligned with ours:
➡️ Helping people live their best life by understanding their whole world, their goals, and what truly matters to them.

In addition to their OT services, Action Forward is expanding into coaching for neurodivergent women in business and leadership—and anyone who resonates with a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, OT-informed approach.

They support clients to explore how ADHD, ASD, or their unique processing style influences the way they work and live—highlighting strengths while navigating challenges—so they can move forward with clarity, confidence, and ease. 🌿💡

We are excited for the year ahead and grateful to have Action Forward partnering with us as we continue empowering our community through connection, capability and meaningful opportunity. 🐴💛

25/11/2025

How can it be a straight line with two factors?!?!?!

Autism has always been expressed as a spectrum and as seen below (it’s simple right) a line with two defined explanations for how it might present for a person.

BUT humans are not a simple straight line, we are not just two simple factors for all that life involves.

So while there is a broader visual and list of considerations in the circle picture.
Even then, there are ssoooooo many more things that influence how anyone processes and copes with the world!

The autism spectrum is individual, its specific to each person, it’s influenced by our personality, its impacted by our life experiences, its affected by our physical well being, our mental health is a factor, the list can keep going and going and going.

So when someone is processing on the autism spectrum, there is not one size fits all, there is no simple check list or tick box approach.

From my years as an OT it’s most important to always work on building a custom awareness of what and how the world affects each person. And then what individual response strategy tolls can we build into a persons tool bag for life.

If this would be helpful I’d love to chat more.

21/11/2025

Bouncing back is the superpower we all want / need!This week I’ve hit a rough patch.

My nervous system was on overdrive, and my hormones felt completely out of balance.

The best thing I could do was walk away from everything and get some rest.
Early bedtime was my self-care strategy.

I had a solid plan to reset the next day: I was going to hit the gym and move my body to reset my system.
But then, life happened—my little one woke up way earlier than usual, and that plan was out the window.
Instead of the gym, I took a walk with him and the dogs, and did some light weight training at home.
It wasn’t the ideal workout I had in mind, but it was a step toward regulating my system, and it’s better than nothing.

Today I got back to the gym and I hit some great progress points!!!

I ran 5min after an ankle injury and some surgery, can’t even remember the last time I ran at the gym.
And weights felt so good and so much more strength today!!!

So noticing what’s happening on all the levels for our brain and body is so powerful.
And then the super power is taking small achievable steps to settle and regulate our systems for our daily functioning needs.

What is it that helps when your feeling the world is not of control and you want to run away?!?!?!

18/11/2025

Flexibility & Adaptability – Asset or Liability?
Life can often feel like a roller coaster.

We’re constantly faced with changes and challenges, some expected and others not.

But here’s the real question: Is being adaptable always a positive trait?
Or can it become a disadvantage, especially when it comes to caring for our own needs?

When we’re overwhelmed or struggling, we often find ourselves in situations where we need to adapt for others.

Are we adjusting our schedules, accommodating someone else’s needs.
Or juggling multiple responsibilities.

At what point does that flexibility for others start to erode our own well-being?
Self-awareness is key here.

We need to understand what’s happening inside us—emotionally, physically, and mentally—before we can make effective choices for ourselves.
When the world feels like it’s coming apart at the seams!
What’s actually going on?
Are we experiencing burnout from work?
Are the demands of life simply too overwhelming?
Is there a misalignment between what we need and what we’re trying to give?

Taking a moment to reflect can be the piece of the crazy we need to focus on right now!

06/11/2025

And thats a wrap!!!

The last motor bike race meet of the year, it was one of those moments that reminded me why we do what we do.

Watching the boys smiling, laughing, and just being in their element. There’s such a sense of calm that comes over our whole family when we’re all doing something we love.

Yes, it can be hard.

It can take endless prompts, so much planning, set-up, and preparation just to make it all happen.

But when you find something that brings your family joy and you have the right strategies in place to help everyone thrive, it all starts to fall into place.

The juggle is real, but so is the happiness.

Finding that balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. Its about planning life and planning work. And when those moments of connection come, they’re absolutely worth it. ❤️

27/10/2025

Who am I and what am I doing??

Well, that’s the big question, isn’t it (for me and everyone)?

I’m a mum of two amazing (and sometimes slightly chaotic!) boys who keep me grounded, entertained, and constantly learning.
I’m also a very proud wife to my incredible husband — the calm to my storm and my biggest supporter.

I’m a business owner, Occupational Therapist, and someone always striving for that ever-elusive balance between family, work, and the curveballs life throws (because let’s be honest — teenagers and blended families can make life interesting!).

And while “Occupational Therapist” is how I explain what I do, I’m also someone who’s seen first-hand how undervalued and tricky some systems can be — and that’s part of why I’m so excited about what’s ahead.

What’s next?
There are some exciting shifts planned and evolving that will allow me to do more of what I love — supporting people in ways that truly make a difference.
I’ll be creating spaces and embracing opportunities to share the knowledge I’ve gathered from over 20 years in clinical practice — in trauma, emotions, psychology, processing, and functional living — and translating all the stock standard theory into practical, everyday strategies that actually work to improve peoples lives.

My passion is be that link between the science and the human experience — helping individuals, families, and workplaces understand and support neurodiversity, emotional wellbeing, and real-life function in meaningful, calm and effective ways.

So, as things evolve, I can’t wait to meet new people and share to even more communities — helpful details, ideas, insights, and conversations that make life feel a little more doable, a little more connected, and a lot more understood.

Here’s to the next chapter and connecting with many of you in person or online to grow and thrive.

23/10/2025

“Finally, I've found someone who gets it.”

That’s the feeling I want every family, person to have.
I see you.
I see the challenges you’re facing, the constant explaining, the adapting, the frustration of trying to make it all work when it feels like no one understands.

You deserve that “aha” moment, the one where everything clicks, where you feel seen and heard, and where the pieces start to fall into place. I’m here to help make that happen.

Together, we’ll break down what’s going on, find the strategies that actually work, and build confidence in managing the day to day. You’re not alone in the journey of understanding neurodiversity in your life.
I’m here to support you and your family every step of the way. 💛

Ready to feel understood and empowered?
Feel free to flick me a DM so we can chat.

13/10/2025

Magic is real!!!

What a break, getting away is hard to plan, hard to achieve.

BUT

When we get clear “I’m on leave, il be back on …”
No if it’s urgent option, I don’t do reactive work so actually I can work on things when I get back.

Actually NOT answering emails or calls for the whole break time!!!

Magic of a break is REAL.
I have felt so much better, less gut problems, less exhaustion, more patience.

And to top it off I then had the privilege of a magical business retreat to come home SSSSOOOO clear on what and where I am going to go fly in my work ahead.

Things that are hard to achieve, most often are worth even more than things that are quick and easy.

Be sure to build into your planning, diary juggling procrastination (I do it so much) a good break to detach and recharge!!!!

10/10/2025

“It’s all about the right time”
When I went on my first business retreat I was sure it was not the right time and my family as a whole were not ready.
I got pressured and told it would be fine.

It Wasn’t fine
It was rough
It was too long

It’s all about trusting your gut, knowing you know your self and your family the best.

Things will happen at the right time for the right reason.

Today I head off for a 4 day business planning retreat and ooohhhh my gosh it feels right.
My three boys are on the way home with an 11 hr drive ahead of them.
It might be tough but I know they all will fine too.

We have all had an amazing week at the beach riding until our legs and bottom bones hurt.
We are much less stressed, much browner and feeling loved, relaxed and connected.

So the weekend ahead is the right time to plan what I can do to shift my work, change my stress levels and do what I love all while fitting it around what is most important for our family.

Follow your gut, trust your self and you know what’s RIGHT.

17/07/2025

What’s your recharge and reset?

What’s your families reset and recharge?

Holidays can be great and challenging.
Term can be busy and very routine.

Despite what the stage and situation your in.
What do you get drawn to for a reset and recharge?

For myself and my family.
It’s getting out and being active.
Today is find adventure during our staycation in Sydney.

The weekend I think is going to include a bike ride.

Hoping as fleeting or small you get a chance to find time for some reset and recharge time to end the holidays and start the term. 👊🙏❤️

28/06/2025

Such a great kids day of racing.

We are not a family who race in the front of any class.
However the skills, resilience, community, connections and joy that is found in the Amcross race community is why we travel the state.

Finding a place and people who you connect with, who support and encourage all with a laugh, fun and banter.
Makes such a wonderful time and worth all the time and km travelled.

Finding a supportive place and people can make this journey of parenting, family and the stages of growing kids.
All the difference of surviving or thriving through the life roller coaster.

Enjoy your wkend time ahead, doing something you and your family enjoy and treasure. ❤️