Happy Little Futures

It's Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 and this year's theme is Action. Taking Action for yourself or others. To help give you some ideas on the action you can take to support and prevent poor mental health I've gathered together 5 Actions you can take today, and every day to support your mental health. If you want to do that little bit more, why not sign up for to the free Self Care masterclass available at happylittlefutures.co.uk to help you to find ways to increase your self care and put your oxygen mask on first! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

The phrase "You have to put your oxygen mask on first" is often said when we're finding things tough. Whilst people mean well, it is so easy to feel negative towards that phrase! Feel judgement, a sense of more responsibility, a feeling that that other person doesn't "get it"! This week I'm exploring the way in which I feel when people say it to me, and how you can start to reframe and move forwards more positively after hearing it! If you really want to figure out how you can start to put your oxygen mask on first, why not sign up to my free masterclass? Head to happylittlefutures.co.uk to do just that now! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

This is a deeply personal episode and may have content that people find triggering. However, having experienced a lot of different types of grief this year I feel it is an episode I need to put out there. For those of you experiencing the grief of loss of a loved one, of things that could have been, of new stages in life and what is behind you. It's ok to feel this, and I'm here if you want to talk. The experience of grief varies from person to person, and today I also talk about the way in which mindfulness and mindful awareness helps me to manage the every day challenges of grief. If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

"I can't meditate because I have ADHD." "I haven't got time to meditate because of the kids." these are things I hear so regularly as a meditation coach. However, I have ADHD! I am a parent! and you know what? I'm also a meditation coach! and I was meditating well before I became a coach as well. So today is an episode of You Cans! You CAN meditate if you have ADHD! You CAN meditate if you are a busy parent! You CAN meditate if you are neither of these, but you are constantly rushed off your feet! So join me in this podcast to hear more about why you need to stop asking "can you Meditate with ADHD?" and start sailing "yes I can"! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

Getting an ADHD diagnosis is often a conversation that I find crops up between myself, friends, parents and others. The road towards it can be long, frustrating, and can lead to impatience and self doubt. However, what noone really ever talks about is what happens in the immediate moment afterwards. The time when it changes from talking to people about getting an ADHD diagnosis, to having an ADHD diagnosis. Well this week I am going to share with you some of the conversations I have had this week since receiving my diagnosis! So get yourself a drink and get comfy to listen to this one! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

As the school year comes to a close and things are busy, children are exhausted and so are the parents and teachers! I want to challenge you to try something with your kids. Inspired by Heather Small, I want you to have a go at sharing something each day that you are proud of, and as your kids and family to do the same! It can be pretty hard to do, but I believe in you, and you should too! And trust me, it gets easier with time! Let me know how it goes! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

This week I'm trying something different! I'm in the park enjoying the fresh air and sun and doing a bit of work. Being here on my own isn't the norm, and isn't something I really ever thought of myself doing. So I thought I'd share some of my thoughts and feelings and how I've worked through them to see if it's something that may help you in future. If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

This week, rather than having a particular intention I thought I would just do a quick ramble on Self Care. As previously, self care when things get tough. It has been a particularly rocky 6 months or so and that makes it extremely difficult at times to mentally reground and move forwards. So today, I thought I would ramble a bit on that and where it has taken me, and the little moments of self care I have introduced as a consequence. Hopefully it will give you an idea of little things you can start doing when things are less tough, so they are more natural to reach out to when they are more tough. If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

Self care is often thrown around as something everyone should just know how to do. However, it's important to recognise that sometimes Self Care can feel impossible! You're overworked, mentally and physically exhausted, and possibly have children you need to support around you all the time. So what can you do? In these moments, how to we reground and recentre ourselves so we can move forward? It was recently half term, and the stars did not quite align with when everything else fell. So today I'm talking through some of the most basic self care I fall back on in those moments. If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

Last week was Children's Mental Health Week, and whilst I was unable to pop on to talk, I thought the theme of Know Yourself, Grow Yourself was really important! So here I am sharing some thoughts, tips and tricks to help your kids to know themselves and grow themselves to support their mental health! p.s. apologies for the barking dog half way through! If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

This week I'm talking about ADHD and parenting overwhelm. Looking at some of the similarities, and talking about how meditation and mindfulness can act to support you through both. If you would like to talk about how I could help you, feel free to email [email protected], or message me on Facebook or Instagram, links below. Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ Facebook - https://m.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/happylittlefutures?igsh=MW55aXBnbmRpcTYxMg== TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@happylittlefutures?_t=ZG-8tUfHM0jB1U&_r=1 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/@HappyLittleFutures Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife! Website - https://rowanfox.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids?igsh=b2UwcmV6aWhwZGFm

This week I'm talking about how anyone can meditate to support their mental health, it's just about finding the right way for you. Nowadays meditation and mindfulness are recommend by many professionals to help support a range of mental health and physical struggles, however it is common for people to feel they can't "just meditate or be mindful". There are many definitions, styles and types of meditation, and there are many reasons that people often tell me it is not something they can do. However, with the right tools and knowledge it is absolutely something you can do! So join me to discover more and give yourself the boost into trying meditation to support your mental health that you need. Thanks to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife, check out the full collection at rowanfox.com.

As the New Year kicks off, it's a natural thing to do, to reflect and set new years resolutions and aims. However, if you're like me, you can often feel like you're setting yourself up to fail! So this week join me as I give you a couple of tips on how to reduce those feelings and keep pushing towards your goals, in even the smallest ways! Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, a sustainable clothing brand for kids and adults who love wildlife. You can check out the full collection now at https://rowanfox.com/ or head to Rowan Fox on Facebook and Instagram!

As we all begin to feel Christmas making an appearance it's time to go into it setting aside time to be still, connect and find calm. This week I'm giving you some ideas of things that you can do to really find space and calm this festive season! Thank you to our sponsor Rowan Fox, to check out their range of Christmas gifts head to Rowan Fox.com

I have often spoken about how meditation can be used to support your mental health. Today I'm talking about how that can combine with Therapy to provide a middle ground of self care and support for you! Head to Facebook or Instagram both to join discussions on Happy Little Futures, and to check out our sponsor Rowan Fox!

We have had an eventful month, from falling down the stairs to freak accidents and operations. However, in those moments it is easy to lose that connection, that grounded feeling to support yourself. Today I'm talking about the little things I have done over the past few weeks to keep myself in a level place throughout. I'd love to hear what you have done in the past to support yourself too. Don't forget to check out our sponsor as well, Rowan Fox, who designs beautiful wildlife inspired sustainable clothing for the whole family to enjoy. Head to Rowan Fox on Facebook and Instagram , or to rowanfox.com.

This week I am talking about the way in which the traditional way of Meditation that we often think of differs to the Happy Little Futures way of life that I am teaching you. We're not just talking about meditating by sitting down for 10 minutes in silence, it's integrating meditation and micro meditations into your life to help you to build a mental health toolkit that can carry you through to old age. Not only that, but the importance of doing this from a young age, and how I'm doing so it becomes as normal as brushing your teeth! Thank you once again to our podcast sponsor Rowan Fox, creating wildlife inspired sustainable clothing for you and the whole family. Head to rowanfox.com to see the full selection!

A quick update on why I'm here and what I am doing in my own life to support my own mental health

It is World Mental Health Day 2024! This year is all about mental health in the workplace. To follow this theme I am giving you 3 things to try throughout your day to help support and give you mental space whilst working. I'd love it If you let me know how these go for you! Also a big thanks to our sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing company, with gorgeous wildlife designs. You can head to rowanfox.com to view the collection!

This week I'm talking consistency. In setting boundaries, for yourself and kids, and in building habits. However, over time I have come to understand that part of the key to consistency is understanding yourself, being accountable to yourself, and fighting the discomfort of other things which you may want to do or say, or even the discomfort of giving yourself permission to undergo self care activities. I also ask you to share your thoughts on what you would do to help your morning routine go smoothly in our situation. To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.  

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! It is so easy to eat but not taste, especially when you're trying to get the kids to eat at the same time - so have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! One of my favourite Micro Meditations of this series, listen, reaaaally listen! Have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! I spy with my little eye.... have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! How many times in your day do you touch things but not feel them? Have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! Just like we kick off every episode with a deep breath, this week we're working on integrating that into our day- so have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week we kick off our summer mini series of challenges. These challenges consist of Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family! We're kicking off with smell, an underrated sense in many ways - so have a go at the challenge in this weeks episode and let me know how it goes for you over on the Happy Little Futures Hub! To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week I'm talking affirmations and kicking off the summer with a mini challenge for you!   I have spoken in the past about affirmations and how important and helpful they can be, but I thought we'd connect with how using them regularly can help a child. Drawing upon my own experiences and current situation.    Following this week I will be doing a mini series of challenges throughout the summer. Micro meditations and connections that you can draw upon to help your whole family!     To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week I'm talking about how simple mindfulness can be. When we think of mindfulness we often think of carving out time to stop and be quiet. It really doesn't have to be that, and honestly, when we have kids running around us, it often can't be! So listen as I give you some ideas of how you can build mindful moments into the summer to help reconnect with yourself and the kids.   To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.      

This week I am congratulating myself. For getting through so much, and for keeping on going and for knowing the importance of what I am doing. And I want YOU to do the same! Congratulate yourself for the little things. The big things. The normal day things! You're doing a great job, even if you feel like you're just keeping on going. You have totally got this!   To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.

This week I'm talking Summer. In particular how I am planning ahead for it in a mindful way.    I'll be talking about how I am paying attention to our kids natural routines, how they play and their instinctive actions in the morning, and how I plan to use this information to create a rough routine to help them through the holidays. In addition I speak about how rest before hand for me and them is also important, as well as building in rest days.   To get more tips and tricks that you can use head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks to help set you up for the summer.  Also keep an eye on the Happy Little Futures Facebook and Instagram for information on Summer Family Sound Baths and Craft Mornings. Also don't forget to check out adult sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give that page a follow on Facebook and Instagram.  Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.

Burn out. Two words, so simple, yet often the cover of much emotional and physical exhaustion, stress and possibly pain. But what is the actual meaning of it? How do you fix burn out? More importantly, if this is how you are feeling - how do you fix burn out quickly? What is a quick solution to burn out?   Ultimately, there is no quick solution, however, in this episode I talk about simple burn out solutions and how to start small and work up to the bigger stuff. So strap in, and get ready to start making that change today. If you are looking for a quick solution to help you recover from burn out and live in Birmingham check out my sound baths over at bestillwithlucie.co.uk or give me a follow on Facebook and Instagram. You can also head to the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook to get more tips and tricks throughout your week. Many thanks once more to our Sponsor Rowan Fox. Rowan Fox is a sustainable clothing brand for kids who love animals and adults who care about the planet. Explore the beautiful collection of wildlife inspired organic t-shirts and hoodies at rowanfox.com or give them a follow on facebook and instagram.

It is Men's Mental Health Awareness Week this week. Whilst Men's Mental Health Awareness is becoming more easily spoken about, it doesn't mean that those who are close to men struggling are necessarily aware of what is going on, or even a man themself is aware. Following on from this I talk about a fantastic book I have recently read "Reasons to Stay Alive" by Matt Haig. This is about his lived experience of depression and anxiety. The impacts on his life, mind and body. The signs he noticed in retrospect of having got to a place where he was struggling with them. If you are looking to gain a better insight into what someone may be going through when struggling with mental health, I could not recommend this book enough. Even better, as a parent the chapters are short so it is much easier to keep track of where you are in the book! In addition to this excitement we have our first ever Podcast Sponsor! Rowan Fox is an organic clothing brand for kids who love animals. Founded by my artist friend Pamela, she created Rowan Fox to provide colourful, nature inspired clothing that is ethically made and sustainable. Your clothes are produced in renewable powered factories and are sent to you in plastic free packaging. You can explore the beautiful collection of organic hoodies and t-shirts at https://rowanfox.com/  or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rowanfoxkids/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/rowanfoxkids/    Finally if you want to get extra info, tips and tricks why not join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook, or connect with me on Facebook and Instagram and check out the website https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/

Personal development is often something we think of in an academic way, in a work progress way, and in a personal challenge that is being actively worked on way. However, in just 8 days I have come to realise I have made progress that I didn't even know I was making.    Having spent years working to live alongside my anxiety, and years also thinking that I had successfully done so in the best way I possibly can I have had 2 major breakthroughs within 8 days.   It has led me to realising that personal development and personal growth are just that, personal. In one of these breakthroughs I watched as all 3 of my kids broke through new doors of personal growth, whilst doing so myself. We all had a new found freedom from this and I now know that there may still be more progress to make that I wasn't even aware of!    To get extra tips and tricks to help you on your journey, whatever that is, join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/803453191242495.    

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and I am checking in to let you know how I deal with the day to day. Reassuring you that you are not alone in having good days and bad days and that we are all muddling through. A bit more of a real picture behind the scenes.    In addition I talk about how meditation and mindfulness have helped me to connect to myself, my values, and noticing when actually it is important that I take a step back and recoup.   To get more from me, join the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook where you will receive extra updates, tips, tricks and get a say in what you see next from me too!   https://www.facebook.com/groups/803453191242495

Last week was Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week which, on hearing about, completely inspired me to do something I have considered doing many times, but never taken the leap in to. Last week on social media I put up a brief history of my Maternal Mental Health experiences. I have also opened the Happy Little Futures Hub on Facebook for parents, teachers and others who support children to use as a safe space to chat, share experiences and also somewhere for me to share extra tips, tricks and maybe even host the occasional live meditation!   This week I am being extremely vulnerable. Opening myself, up more about my experiences since COVID in particular, but also since I was a kid. I talk more about how I came out the other side of one of the darkest times of my life and my Rediscovery (the subject of this years Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week).   If you would like to keep up to date with Happy little Futures, head to Facebook or Instagram. To join the Happy Little Futures Hub head to this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/803453191242495   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Happylittlefutures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Happylittlefutures/ Website - https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/ 

Well, I certainly did not intend on being away for this long, and I have genuinely missed talking to you all! So to get back into the swing and to update you, I thought I'd kick back off with a bit of a ramble!   As always don't forget to head over to facebook and/or instagram to say hello and keep up to date on everything happening with Happy Little Futures, including our new toddler class happening in Barnt Green, Birmingham!

As I mentioned last week, the start to this year has not been a particularly smooth one. With upset and frustration from our middle child, which is having a knock on effect throughout the family.   This week I talk about how we have taken a step back to find a way to help him work through this time.    If this weeks episode resonates with you, why not check out the Helping Children with Mindfulness Course? Our next one begins in February!

Happy New Year!    After a much needed break it's time to get going again! Yes, New Year = Resolutions, for so many, however, this week I'm telling you my slightly gentler approach I take rather than going in all or nothing, when I look at what I want the end of the year to look like.   I'd love to hear from you as well! So let me know if you have any New Years goals, or resolutions!   Finally, if you're aiming to be more mindful or meditate more why not join me, for meditation coaching!  Join me this January to begin your journey to Finding Calm, Connection and most importantly, YOURSELF.  Learn common misconceptions about meditation, how mindfulness can help you through the everyday, and how you can integrate them seamlessly into your life. Sign up now for an introductory offer of only £37, in which you get:  A one hour live coaching session, which is recorded for you to watch back if you can't make it A 10 minute guided meditation to keep and use forever Sign up now on the website https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/.../find-yourself-coaching/ , or message me with any questions!   And if you were planning on signing up for Your Weekly Reset this year, head to Patreon where you can now access each weeks meditation in your own time! patreon.com/HappyLittleFutures

This week we do a quick,3 minute, on the go meditation. Reconnecting ourselves with our breath. Also reconnecting ourselves with ourselves and talking about each moment going forth.    Debunking a bit of the underlying stress and pressure of Christmas, and moving on with how we can begin finding presence and peace in busy and often emotional times.   If you feel this resonates and want to further your journey to Finding Calm in the Chaos of Christmas, check out the Christmas Coaching package on the website. https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/product/find-calm-in-the-christmas-chaos-coaching-package/   Keep your eyes peeled for our New Years one too!    

Seeing your child struggle with emotions, feelings and changes is difficult. However, what can be just as difficult is knowing when to advocate for them, how far to push, and whether it is something you need to keep on with.   Maybe it's the time of year, maybe it's something else, but our eldest is definitely more anxious than normal. Today I talk about ways in which I'm educating her and advocating for her at school to help her manage her anxiety.   Not only that, but also how it is something that I need to work on with regards to my own trust and anxiety.

Christmas is fast approaching, and what better time to practise being present. Yes that's present as in in the moment!   Today, I'm talking about the steps we are taking as a family to making this Christmas a pre mindful, and relaxed one. I talk about a few more things that I am doing to try to be more present myself this Christmas, and also, what we are doing to try to teach the kids to be more present at Christmas.   I also share the exciting news about my Finding Calm in the Christmas Chaos Coaching Package, out on the 1st December!   So pull up and chill!

It is tantrum and separation anxiety central here at the moment! Littlest Miss is missing the bigguns and worrying we'll abandon her too. How did I figure this out? How am I keeping myself in check, whilst dealing with one of the most frustrating stages? Will this 'phase' ever end?   Yes, it will, I've seen that it does before! However, somehow it feels so different this time. Listen to find out how we're riding the waves on our third trip through this phase!   If you need a bit of zen in your week, why not sign up to the newsletter and get yourself a free 30 Minute Weekly Reset Session to help you ride the storm.    https://happylittlefutures.co.uk/free-30-minute-weekly-reset/

This week, for my 20th Episode, I thought I'd tell you about five main things that I've learnt through meditation.   I have been on a long journey, with many ups and downs, in my years of meditating. Over these years, meditation has taught me many things. So many in fact, that when I started writing my list I struggled to stop. So this episode highlights the five, in my opinion, most important things I have learnt through meditation.    So join me as I wind my way through experiences and how the practice of meditation has guided me increasingly to the present moment. 

Today we're talking gratitude and positivity. Everyone has heard someone say 'look on the bright side' or 'be more positive'. This episode is all about how doing that regularly, no matter how big or small the positive side is, can truly change the way in which you see each and every day.   Don't forget to check out my Facebook and Instagram stories to see some regular gratitude practise of mine, and for an opportunity to share your own!    

This week I'm touching on a sensitive subject. The News.   I have had a lot of conversations with people in recent weeks where they are struggling with news from around the world, and also struggling with the feelings of guilt and selfishness that they are not engaging with it.   Whilst unfortunately, not everyone is lucky enough to be able to just switch off to the news, today I tackle why it is OK if you are and why it is ok to let go of feelings of guilt and selfishness associated with doing so.

I'm feeling slightly more vulnerable than normal sharing this weeks podcast with you. I had a panic attack earlier in the week. However, unlike previous times that I have felt like this I was able to label what was going on and do something about it.   This has come with lots of meditation practise. Whilst daily I can notice how I am feeling and turn it around, this was the first time I have really really been present with myself in a state of such heightened emotions.   So join me as I share what this feels like for me, how I noticed and what I did about it as well as why this has further strengthened to me why what I teach to children and those that support them is so important.    

Following on from talking about self compassion, this week I'm talking about self care. Specifically, how we as parents are trying to create a focus on self care when the kids are at home.    So have a listen, see what you think, and let me know if you have tried anything similar!

Tuesday this week was World Mental Health Day. In this episode I explore a little this years topic 'Mental Health is a Universal Right'. In addition I look into how the work we do at Happy Little Futures helps to gift mental health tools and techniques for use throughout both the Day and your life.

This week I'm going a bit deeper in to the self compassion that I have had to practise over the past few weeks. The triggers of anxiety, stress and overwhelm that I have been feeling and the way in which I have had to nurture my inner 'little Lucie' to give myself permission to recoup and reconnect.

This week I'm delving in to the way in which clutter and mess can heighten anxiety, stress and inhibit relaxation. In a house with 3 little ones, a dog who sheds continuously and two not so perfect adults, this is a definite challenge here! In the podcast I refer to podcasts from Cass from ClutterBug and Dana from A Slob Comes Clean. You can find links to their podcasts below! ClutterBug Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/4NuPlpyet5LKQcM7bUCCw5?si=caa155e098634d6d A Slob Comes Clean Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/3gNL8WirdxSt9JaVwEL5EX?si=815ecf78f6ff4231