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Nicole Furey is a registered social worker providing mental health services to youth, adults and groups in Newfoundland and Labrador

01/27/2026

Book recommendations from a therapist who loves to read👇

These stories explore grief, family systems, and the quiet ways we learn to survive, often shaped by both the people who raise us and the environments that hold us.

✨ Wild Dark Shore (McConaghy, C.) — grief, isolation, environmental loss, and the psychological impact of survival when everything familiar disappears

✨ Malibu Rising (Jenkins Reid, T.) — family roles, generational trauma, and the tension between loyalty and self-definition

✨ Everything I Never Told You (Ng, C.) — unspoken expectations, emotional absence, and the cost of silence in families

✨ Ask Again, Yes (Keane, M.) — intergenerational trauma, forgiveness, and how healing unfolds slowly and imperfectly

If you’re drawn to novels that hold emotional depth and invite reflection, these are beautiful places to begin 🤍

📚 Which one have you read? What themes should we talk about next?

01/15/2026

Let’s not pretend winter isn’t a little rough. Dark mornings, icy walks, and endless grey—yep, it’s okay to feel it.

Here’s how to fight the blues without overthinking it:
Step outside. Even 10 minutes of winter sun counts. 🌞
Light it up. Bright lamps = bright mood. 💡
Journal your tiny wins each day. ✅
Bring color indoors: flowers, art, or just a funky mug. 🌈
Call a friend. Connection warms better than gloves. 📞
Move your body: a short walk can shake off the winter blues. 🏃‍♀️

01/01/2026

New Year, new me? Not necessary. 🔥
The New Year isn’t a reset button — it’s just another day.
Pressure to become a ‘new you’ in the middle of winter? Totally overrated. Change isn’t seasonal. Growth isn’t a deadline.
It’s more than okay to move at your own pace, honour your feelings, and let the year unfold naturally.

12/25/2025

Amid the lights and festivities, remember to find your little pockets of peace this holiday season.
Even a few quiet breaths can make a big difference. ✨🌿

12/18/2025

[ 18.12.25 ]

When the holidays feel overwhelming, I try to write it out.
Here’s what showed up in my journal today:

1. "Cried in the grocery store"

In overstimulating spaces like these, I remind myself to pause, breathe slowly, and step outside if I need to. Overwhelm isn’t weakness — it’s my nervous system asking for care.

2. "Dreading a holiday party"

I give myself permission to set boundaries. That might mean leaving early, skipping it altogether, or planning a quiet recovery day afterward.

3. "Holiday shopping felt like too much today"

Holiday shopping doesn’t have to happen all at once. If the thought of the mall after a long day feels like too much, it's important to listen to your body and prioritize rest over crossing off lists.

Today's journal entries reminded me: the holidays don’t have to look perfect to be supportive of my mental health. 🌸

12/16/2025

✨ Holiday reminder from your nervous system ✨

The holidays can bring connection, and pressure.
Pressure to attend.
Pressure to stay longer.
Pressure to tolerate discomfort because “they’re family,” “it’s tradition,” or “it’s expected.”

But your nervous system doesn’t care about expectations.
It cares about safety.
If your body tightens, your breath shortens, your jaw clenches, your stomach drops, or you feel the urge to freeze, fawn, or escape (flight) That’s information. Not weakness. Not drama. Information.

Boundaries aren’t about punishment or rejection.
They’re about listening to the part of you that knows when something doesn’t feel right.

You’re allowed to say no.
You’re allowed to leave early.
You’re allowed to choose rest, distance, or a different kind of holiday.

Some simple ways to honor yourself this season 👇
• “I won’t be able to make it, but I hope you have a great time.”
• “I’m listening to my capacity right now and need to pass.”
• “I’m going to head out early. Thank you for understanding.”
• “That doesn’t work for me this year.”
• “I’m choosing something quieter for myself.”
• “No, but thank you for the invite.”

If it doesn’t feel safe in your body, you don’t owe anyone access to you.

Your nervous system is wise.
This season, let it lead. 🤍

12/13/2025

Meet Nicole, an Attachment trauma & Neurodiversity Affirming Therapist. Compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your unique experiences — supporting you in understanding, growth, and resilience.

12/11/2025

IT'S EXAM TIME...📚

Studying for exams when you’re neurodivergent can feel like a different kind of marathon. Your brain deserves support, not pressure.

Many neurodivergent minds learn best with short, structured study sessions and intentional breaks. Research shows spaced learning and brief rest help memory, focus, and emotional regulation.

Rest looks different for everyone: quiet time, movement, sensory regulation, fresh air, or predictable routines.

Try experimenting with:
🧠 20–30 min focused work + a sensory or movement break
🧠 A calm, low-stimulation environment 🧠 Tools that support executive functioning (timers, visuals, checklists)
🧠 Breaks that actually regulate your system (*cough* not just doom scrolling)

You don’t have to study like everyone else. Honour how your mind learns, and exams can become more manageable.

PS - Asking for accommodations, like a quiet exam room, can make a big difference too!

12/01/2025

You don’t owe anyone constant cheerfulness.
Show up as you are — that’s enough. 💫🎄

11/27/2025

Feeling more anxious than usual? 🧠

Let's talk about it...

Two simple habits many of us rely on daily, caffeine and screen time, can influence our anxiety far more than we realize.

☕️ Caffeine activates the body’s stress response, increasing heart rate, jitteriness, and internal restlessness — sensations that can mirror or intensify anxiety. Reducing how much you rely on caffeine throughout the day (especially at night) helps your nervous system stay balanced instead of overstimulated.

📱Frequent screen time also keeps your brain in a heightened state of alert. The rapid scrolling, notifications, and constant flow of information stop your mind from getting a chance to pause. Over time, this can contribute to irritability, racing thoughts, and difficulty regulating emotions. Stepping back from your screens, even in short intentional breaks, helps your system reset and reduces overall mental load.

Small, mindful habits add up — your mind and body will thank you for giving them a little more room to breathe. 💜

11/24/2025

Desk essentials today: laptop, my festive drink, a worn-in notebook, a family photo, lavender, a smoothie, and a tiny vintage mirror that reminds me of a wine tasting trip I took with my husband a few years ago.

Little objects that help me stay centred during a busy day.

What’s on your desk that keeps you grounded? 💜

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