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Hi folks. Sharing a new group offering from our Alpharetta office that may be helpful for teachers or school staff.Our i...
02/02/2026

Hi folks. Sharing a new group offering from our Alpharetta office that may be helpful for teachers or school staff.

Our intern, Mairin, is starting a Teacher Decompression Group designed as a low-pressure space for educators to de-stress, decompress, and reset using gentle creative and play-based activities.

Details:

• For teachers & school staff
• Weekday and weekend options available
• $25 per session
• In-person (Alpharetta), virtual options maybe available as well depending on interest
• Sign-ups are now open

There’s a QR code on the attached flyer to register, and I’ll also include a sign-up link in the comments.

If you know any educators who could use this kind of support, we’d appreciate you passing it along.


Thanks so much!

Anxiety isn’t just “too many thoughts.” It’s your brain hitting the alarm button and your body responding like something...
01/23/2026

Anxiety isn’t just “too many thoughts.” It’s your brain hitting the alarm button and your body responding like something is happening right now.

That’s why your heart speeds up, your chest feels tight, your stomach flips… even when you’re just sitting there.

A helpful reframe is this:
Anxiety is often a false alarm, not a prophecy.
It’s your protection system being loud not your intuition being accurate.

So instead of arguing with the thoughts first, try calming the alarm system:
💛 longer exhale than inhale (it tells the body “stand down”)
💛 feet on the floor + pressure (grounding through sensation)
💛 name what’s true right now: “I’m safe. I’m just activated.”

When your anxiety flares, what helps your body feel safe enough to think clearly again?

Kids move toward places where their feelings are understood, not dismissed.Home doesn’t need to be quiet or perfect to f...
01/21/2026

Kids move toward places where their feelings are understood, not dismissed.

Home doesn’t need to be quiet or perfect to feel safe.
It needs room for emotions.

Emotional safety can look like:
💛 listening before fixing
💛 responding instead of reacting
💛 letting feelings exist without shame
💛 slowing down when things feel tense

You don’t have to get this perfect.
You just have to keep showing up.

What helps your home feel emotionally safe?

Most parents replay their not-so-great moments at night.The goal isn’t to never lose your cool.The goal is to come back ...
01/20/2026

Most parents replay their not-so-great moments at night.

The goal isn’t to never lose your cool.
The goal is to come back after.

Reconciliation teaches kids:
💛 mistakes can be acknowledged
💛 feelings can be named
💛 relationships can feel safe again

A hug.
A snack.
A quiet “We’re okay.”

These moments matter more than getting it perfect.

January can make parenting feel like a performance review.Are we back on routine?Are we doing enough?Are we falling behi...
01/19/2026

January can make parenting feel like a performance review.

Are we back on routine?
Are we doing enough?
Are we falling behind?

Your child does not need you to get everything right.
They need you present.

Connection helps a child’s body settle.
It sends the message, “I’m safe with my person.”

That safety is what supports regulation during routine shifts.

What’s one small connection moment you want more of this month?

Every parent has moments they wish had gone differently.What matters most isn’t getting every situation right.It’s how y...
01/16/2026

Every parent has moments they wish had gone differently.

What matters most isn’t getting every situation right.
It’s how you reconnect afterward.

Reconnection helps your child feel safe, understood, and close again.
It shows them that hard moments happen and that they don’t have to face them alone.

Your child doesn’t need a flawless parent.
They need a human one who can slow down, reconnect, and try again.

What’s one way you like to reconnect with your child after a hard moment?

January asks kids to switch gears fast.New routines.Early mornings.Social energy.Expectations.Trauma isn’t only about on...
01/14/2026

January asks kids to switch gears fast.
New routines.
Early mornings.
Social energy.
Expectations.

Trauma isn’t only about one big event.
For kids, it can also show up when there’s too much change, too quickly, without enough support.

What looks like resistance, shutdown, or emotional outbursts is often a stress response.
Their body is asking, “Can I handle this?”

What helps most is safety and predictability.
Extra connection.
Gentle transitions.
Time to adjust.

What part of the routine shift has been hardest in your home?

Kids don’t “bounce back” from breaks as fast as calendars expect them to.Their brains are shifting from comfort and flex...
01/13/2026

Kids don’t “bounce back” from breaks as fast as calendars expect them to.

Their brains are shifting from comfort and flexibility back into structure, rules, and performance.

That transition takes energy.

If mornings feel slower…
If emotions spill out after school…
If your child says, “I don’t want to go”…

That’s not failure.
That’s adjustment.

Predictability, patience, and connection help their system catch up.
Consistency matters more than perfection right now.

What feels hardest during back-to-school days?




The days after the holidays can feel like emotional whiplash for kids. Late nights. Less structure. Lots of stimulation....
01/09/2026

The days after the holidays can feel like emotional whiplash for kids. Late nights. Less structure. Lots of stimulation.

Then suddenly it’s early mornings, expectations, and routines again.

If your child feels more emotional, sensitive, or reactive right now, that’s not a problem.
Their body is adjusting.

Support does not have to be complicated.
What helps most is:
💛 naming what you see without judgment
💛 staying nearby even if they need space
💛 offering movement or something soft to hold
💛 breathing together
💛 reconnecting after big feelings
💛 pausing if you feel overwhelmed

A calm voice and a steady presence can help a child’s body settle before their words ever can.

What helps your child settle when emotions run high?

"January can be a tough transition for kids after the holiday break. Let’s talk about it! 🗣️ What’s the hardest part abo...
01/02/2026

"January can be a tough transition for kids after the holiday break. Let’s talk about it! 🗣️ What’s the hardest part about January for your kids? Vote below or share your experience in the comments! 💬

Your insights could help other parents feel less alone. 🧡"

01/01/2026

Wishing you a year shaped by hope, healing, and care. 💛

No matter how you are stepping into this new year, you do not have to do it by yourself. Some seasons feel open and hopeful. Others feel heavier than expected.

Wherever you are today, we are here with you, ready to offer support, understanding, and a steady presence.

Here is to soft beginnings, steady growth, and healing that unfolds at its own pace.💛

01/01/2026

This year asked a lot, and you showed up. 💛
In conversations big and small, in moments of heaviness and ease, you made space for your healing.
We are grateful for every shared moment and every step taken forward.

Thank you for being part of The Comfy Place this year!
We look forward to continuing this journey with you in 2026. 🎆


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