Tay Therapies, Dundee (2026)

12/03/2026

Today is World Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Awareness Day.

Dissociative Identity Disorder is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. It is often portrayed inaccurately in films and media, yet for those living with DID it represents a very real and often deeply complex response to trauma.

Dissociation is the mind and body’s way of protecting itself when experiences feel overwhelming or unsafe. For some individuals, particularly when trauma occurs repeatedly or at an early stage of development, the mind may organise itself in ways that allow different parts of experience, memory and identity to remain separate.

Rather than being something dramatic or sensationalised, DID is best understood as a survival adaptation. It reflects the remarkable capacity of the human nervous system to protect itself when no other options are available.

Healing does not mean forcing everything into one narrative. For many people it is about building safety, compassion and communication between parts, gently restoring connection to the body, emotions and present-day life.

Awareness days like today help challenge stigma and remind us that behind every diagnosis is a person with a story, resilience, and the capacity for healing.

Trauma-informed, compassionate support can make a profound difference.

21/06/2025

🌞✨ Summer Solstice Blessings ✨🌞

Today, the sun lingers longest in the sky, bathing us in its golden light — a reminder to pause, to breathe, and to simply be. 🌿

On this sacred turning of the wheel, may you feel:
💛 A soft renewal of spirit
🌼 Calm within your body and heart
🌿 A deeper connection to the Earth
🕊️ Peace in simply being enough, as you are.

Let the light gently guide you home to yourself.
Sending warmth, stillness, and healing to all who need it.

Wishing you a peaceful and nourishing Summer Solstice. 🌞

11/06/2025

🌕🍓 Strawberry Full Moon Rituals 🍓🌕

Tonight’s Full Strawberry Moon is the perfect time to slow down, reflect, and realign. Traditionally linked to abundance, growth and sweetness, this moon invites you to embrace change and let go of what no longer serves you.

Here are a few gentle rituals to try under the glow of tonight’s moonlight:

✨ 1. Release & Reflect
Write down what you want to let go of — old habits, fears, or thoughts. Burn the paper safely or tear it up, releasing it to the universe.

🌸 2. Gratitude Walk
Take a quiet walk under the moonlight. Focus on things you’re grateful for. Let the moonlight recharge you with calm, grounding energy.

🕯️ 3. Moon Bathing
Sit or lie somewhere the moonlight touches you. Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and imagine the moon cleansing your mind and body.

🧘‍♀️ 4. Strawberry Intention Setting
Eat a fresh strawberry slowly and mindfully, setting an intention with each bite. A small, sweet act to welcome summer and new beginnings.

🌿 5. Cleanse Your Space
Use sage, incense, or sound (like bells or clapping) to clear stagnant energy. Open a window and let the fresh moonlit air flow through.

💫 Let this full moon be your moment to pause, reset, and shine from the inside out.

09/06/2025

There are many moments in your life when you have to choose between continuing on the same path or changing direction and taking a different path. It is a decision that is sometimes very difficult to make, because you have the choice between giving up the comfort of habit even if it is not entirely satisfying and taking a leap into the unknown.

01/06/2025

Beneath the surface of the protective parts of trauma survivors there exists an undamaged Essence, a Self that is confident, curious, and calm...

A Self that has been sheltered from destruction by the various protectors that have emerged in their efforts to ensure survival.

Once those protectors trust that it is safe to separate, the Self will spontaneously emerge, and the parts can be enlisted in the healing process.”
~Bessel A. van der Kolk, The Body Keeps the Score

01/06/2025

Today marks the beginning of Pride Month!
Its all about acceptance, equality, love and embracing who you are, and embracing difference in each other not just this month, but every month❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 •

25/05/2025

WHEN WE STOP SEEKING APPROVAL

When we aren’t seeking
love and approval from others

When we don’t mind anymore
what they think of us

Whether they like us
Or agree with us
Or understand us
Or even see us

Then we are free

Free to be ourselves
Free to express our authenticity

Free to be wild
Free to be soft
Or fierce
Or silly
Or wise
Or angry
Or silent
Or sensual
Or weird or not

Free to express what’s truly alive for us
And not censor it
Or manipulate it for “likes”
Or control it for “love”
Or moderate it for “acceptance”

We are finally content to be ourselves
Seen or ignored
Ridiculed or celebrated
Loved or hated
Or whatever

It doesn’t really matter
Not on the deepest level anyway

(And it doesn’t mean
we aren’t still open to feedback
and exploring our blind spots)

But we finally approve of ourselves
And accept ourselves
And love ourselves
And feel safe inside of ourselves

So we don’t need to go “out there” for approval

And the hunt for safety “out there” fades away

And we find the deepest safety “in here”

So when they laugh at us
Or dislike our expression
Or ridicule us
Or try to shame us

We can smile
And have compassion
And refocus
And just keep walking the path

The path of authenticity
The path of ourselves

✍️ Jeff Foster (www.lifewithoutacentre.com)
Artist: Juan Barco

25/05/2025

The experience of being heard involves feeling your communication is received with attention, empathy, respect, and a spirit of mutual understanding. It’s about more than just being listened to; it’s about feeling understood on a deep level and valued for your thoughts and feelings. Being heard can lead to reduced stress, enhanced self-esteem, and a sense of connection and belonging.
Elaboration:
Feeling Understood:
Being heard means your message is not just received but also comprehended, allowing you to feel genuinely understood.
Empathy and Respect:
It involves the listener actively trying to understand your perspective and emotions, demonstrating empathy and respect.
Mutual Understanding:
The experience fosters a sense of shared understanding, where both parties are actively engaged in the conversation.
Psychological Benefits:
Feeling heard can significantly reduce stress and anxiety, as it provides a safe space to express yourself without fear of judgment. It can also boost self-esteem by validating your feelings and thoughts.
Impact on Relationships:
When people feel heard, it strengthens their connections with others, fostering a sense of belonging and trust.

25/05/2025

There are no mistakes just learning oppertunities. If milk gets bad, it becomes yogurt. Yogurt is more valuable than milk. If it gets even worse, it turns to cheese. Cheese is more valuable than both yogurt and milk.
And if grape juice turns sour, it transforms into wine, which is even more expensive than grape juice. You are not bad because you made mistakes. Mistakes are the experiences that make you more valuable as a person.
Christopher Columbus made a navigational error that made him discover America. Alexander Fleming’s mistake led him to invent Penicillin. Don’t let your mistakes get you down.
It is not practice that makes perfect. It is mistakes we learn from that makes perfect!

22/05/2025

I’ve been carrying this glass balloon around with me for a while now.

So fragile and yet so heavy.

I’m terrified to let it go. In case it breaks, smashes.
And I have nothing left.

I can’t deflate it.

But it’s weighing me down
and the longer I hold it,
the sooner I feel like I’ll buckle under the weight of it.

And how do I explain to others that I am carrying something so delicate yet so substantial? How do I ask them to help me carry this thing that they cannot see?

Perhaps I’m not supposed to let it go.

Perhaps I’m supposed to tie it to my heart and carry it around forever. And it will remain as heavy and as fragile as it has always been, but I will get used to carrying it.

I will learn how to hold it on the difficult days, rather than letting it hold me.

I will learn how to let it lift me up rather than letting it weigh me down.

I will learn how to explain it to others rather than shouldering the weight in silence.

And as time goes on, maybe…
Just maybe…

I will figure out
how to let it fly.

*******

Credit Goes To : Becky Hemsley 2023
Artwork by Fulya Guney (via Behance)

22/05/2025

The visitors 💚

Patience visited me
And it reminded me
That good things take time to come to fruition
And grow slowly with stability

Peace visited me
And it reminded me
That I may remain calm through the storms of life
Regardless of the chaos surrounding me

Hope visited me
And it reminded me
That better times lay ahead
And it would always be there to guide and uplift me

Humility visited me
And it reminded me
That I may achieve it
Not by trying to shrink myself and make myself less
But by focusing on serving the world and uplifting those around me

Kindness visited me
And it reminded me
To be more gentle, forgiving and compassionate toward myself
And those surrounding me

Confidence visited me
And it reminded me
To not conceal or suppress my gifts and talents
In order to make others feel more comfortable
But to embrace what makes me me

Focus visited me
And it reminded me
That other people’s insecurities and judgements about me
Are not my problem
And I should redirect my attention
From others back to me

Freedom visited me
And it reminded me
That no one has control over my mindset, thoughts and wellbeing
But me

And love visited me
And it reminded me
That I need not search for it in others
As it lies within me.

Tahlia Hunter
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08/05/2025

🌿 Day 2 Highlights | The Biology of Belonging – Glasgow 2025

Today at the Crowne Plaza, we delved deeper into the science and practice of belonging. From neuroscience to community-building, the insights were transformative.

Key Moments:
• Dr. Darcia Narvaez explored the evolutionary roots of human connection, emphasizing the importance of nurturing environments.
• Dr. Dan Siegel shared groundbreaking research on interpersonal neurobiology, illustrating how relationships shape our brains.

The day was enriched with immersive workshops and meaningful discussions, reinforcing the idea that belonging is not just a need but a biological imperative.

As we wrap up this enlightening journey, we’re reminded that true belonging begins within and extends to the communities we build together.

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