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David Hennessy, Clinical Psychologist in Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast, sitting thoughtfully with hand on chin, wearing a blue paisley shirt and bead bracelet, reflecting on how personal narratives influence the nervous system
Mental Health and Wellbeing

The Stories We Carry and Their Ongoing Impact on the Nervous System

Our internal narratives continually interact with the nervous system. Evidence-based research shows that intentionally engaging in pleasant and personally meaningful activity can regulate stress responses, improve mood, and gradually balance the story we carry. A practical and realistic approach to emotional regulation from a Clinical Psychologist in Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast.

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Sunlight breaking through dark clouds over ocean waves at sunrise with two birds standing on wet sand, symbolising balance and hope.
Applied Psychology for Everyday Life

Maintaining a Balanced Narrative Takes Ongoing Attention and Effort

To maintain a balanced internal narrative takes continuous, conscious effort. Our minds default to problem-solving, yet without intentional attention to the pleasantries of life, that bias can drift into rumination, anxiety, and exhaustion. This evidence-based article explores negativity bias, nervous system activation, and practical ways to cultivate long-term psychological balance.

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David Hennessy, bald clinical psychologist in a colourful paisley shirt, sitting cross-legged with eyes closed practising mindful breathing to calm the nervous system.
Mindfulness, Acceptance, Compassion

Mindful Breathing Exercise: Deep Calm Cool Warm

A simple and evidence-based mindful breathing exercise called Deep Calm Cool Warm to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and quieten a racing mind. Suitable for adolescents and adults, and especially helpful for sleep disturbance.

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