Lemmer Psychologists

07/11/2025

Before you rush into the holiday season or wrap up your to-do list, pause for a moment.

Ask yourself the following:
- How am I feeling – emotionally, physically mentally?
- What do I need more of right now?
- What’s been draining me?
- What boundary do I need to strengthen?

Self-awareness is the first step to self-care.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Just the courage to check in with yourself regularly. Give yourself grace as the year winds down. One small adjustment at a time can make a big difference.

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06/11/2025

There’s a lot of noise around this time of the year – messages telling you to ‘grind’, ‘push through’, or ‘finish strong’. But here’s something you might need to hear: You don’t have to finish the year strong. You just have to finish.

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained, you’re not failing – you’re responding to a demanding year with honesty. Give yourself permission to slow down. Rest. Reflect.

Finishing the year with your well-being intact is a win – whether that looks like taking more naps, setting boundaries, or asking for help. You’re doing better than you think!

05/11/2025

🕊️ As life gets busy, it’s easy to drift away from the people we care about. Make this month a great month to reconnect with family, friends or loved ones by checking in, reconnecting, and rebuilding those lost bonds.

Below are a few gentle ways to reconnect with:

Send a message: A simple ‘I’ve been thinking of you’ goes a long way.
Plan a low-pressure meetup: A walk, coffee, or even a phone call would do.
Acknowledge the distance: If time or tension created space, be honest and kind.

Healthy relationships play a huge role in our mental wellbeing. Reaching out takes courage – but it’s worth it.

04/11/2025

It takes courage to look at your pain. It takes strength to ask for help. It takes self-respect to say, ‘I deserve to feel better than this’.

Therapy is not about having it all figured out. It’s about showing up honestly, week after week, even when things feel messy. Especially when they do.

You don’t have to go through it alone. Your vulnerability is your strength.

Let’s rewrite the story of what healing looks like.

03/11/2025

You might not feel ‘better’ yet. You might still cry. Still overthink. Still feel lost. But you’re pausing now. You’re noticing. You’re reaching out. And that’s progress.

Healing is often invisible in the moment. It’s the quiet choosing of different thoughts. The subtle shift from self-blame to self-compassion. The space between reaction and response.

You’re not going backward. You’re moving in the direction of awareness. And that changes everything.

02/11/2025

Hello, November 2025!

A new month has approached and this means new goals, fresh energy, and another chance to move forward. Let’s make it count!

What one thing you’re focusing on this month?

01/11/2025

Can you believe that October is over and we're starting with a new month already?

Take a moment to reflect on the past month:
What did you learn?
What did you accomplish?
What would you do differently?

The best growth comes from awareness. Let’s start the new month strong!

29/10/2025

Just a gentle reminder, you are not broken – you are becoming. Healing doesn’t mean you go back to who you were before the pain. It means you grow into someone wiser, softer, stronger.

The idea that we need to be ‘fixed’ keeps people stuck in shame. But you’re not broken. You’re responding exactly as a human being does in a difficult world.

Therapy isn’t about ‘fixing’ you – it’s about helping you reconnect with your strength, your truth, and your inner peace. You’re not starting over. You’re starting from experience.

Wherever you are in your journey, keep going. Your healing is not just possible – it’s powerful.

28/10/2025

Just like we brush our teeth or exercise to stay healthy, we can care for our minds proactively.

Small daily practices – mindfulness, boundaries, connection – can prevent burnout and breakdown. You don’t have to wait for a crisis to seek support, you always deserve a healthy mindset.

27/10/2025

Are you emotionally exhausted? Below are some signs to look out for:

You feel detached from things you usually care about
Small tasks feel overwhelming
You’re irritable but can’t explain why
You crave isolation, but feel lonely

This might be emotional exhaustion. It’s real, it’s valid, and it’s a sign to slow down. You deserve rest and support.

25/10/2025

Even when you something isn’t good for you, it can be hard to change. Why? Because it’s familiar.

Our brains are wired for repetition, not happiness. Therapy helps you disrupt the cycle – by bringing awareness, self-compassion, and new tools into your daily life.

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24/10/2025

Some days you’ll feel like you’re thriving. Others, like you’ve gone back to square one. This is normal.

Healing is a spiral – not a straight line. Be patient with your process. Setbacks aren’t failures; they’re opportunities to practice the skills you’re building.

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