Circles of Willow

‘Thank you,’ from Circles of Willow Neurodiverse

It has been an incredible privilege to work with families and their wonderful children through our neurodiverse physiotherapy service. In the short space of just under a year, we ran a parent child physiotherapy group, individual neurodiverse physiotherapy sessions and general physiotherapy for individuals who are neurodivergent. It is a glorious high energy space which has taught me so much. I would like to thank the parents for their tireless effort and unwavering support of the children. They have their children’s backs. The decision to finally retire from my career as a physiotherapist has not been easy to make. When I review my 43 years of service, the last year was a the pinnacle of my learning. Neurodiversity is a gift, one to be gently unwrapped and celebrated. I wish everyone well going forward and remind you all if all else fails: BREATHE!

Joy in Bloom: Banquet Finale 27/11/2024

Join us for our final circle for the year: ‘Joy in Bloom.’

Term 4 hurtles us resistant or not towards the summer holidays. Some of us will celebrate Christmas and if not at the holidays. Our circles give women an opportunity to celebrate and elevate each other. Winter and its introspective energy has passed allowing us to awaken and bloom in accordance with the seasons. Connection, novelty and interaction with others boosts mental health. This series has invited us to reflect on the value a celebration mindset adds to the everyday.

The time we give ourselves to gather in circle is a valuable aspect of self-care. In our overly busy world, we get swept up in the gusty energy of the festive season. A friend of mine loves Christmas, she buys well ahead and is thoughtful and considered with her gift selection. In a moment of reflection, I caught myself just trying to get everything done. It stopped me dead in my tracks and I vowed to regain the joy by giving myself some time. I used to think it was selfish but have come to learn its not!

My Circles of Willow experience brought me face to face with my vulnerability. Although I believed in the concepts underpinning the circle space, I had to push through walls of self -doubt to create Circles of Willow. Living authentically takes courage: face the fear and do it anyway! Our neurodiverse physiotherapy was a bold statement of my belief in the value of physiotherapy, mindfulness and connection. I am very grateful to all the people who have came to Circles of Willow. Thank You.

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Simple Practices

This section is as a result of an in-circle request. Our clients enjoy some of our simple centering practices and have requested that these be made available for home use. As a result of our circles based on the Polyvagal Theory (debunking the stress response in our bodies), I have recorded four audios with nice FNQ scenery:

• Morning Practices, some simple techniques to get your day off to a smooth start

• Evening Reflections, an approach to try with an overactive mind

• Fizzy Days, some practical techniques when overwhelm is close

• Flat Days, a gentle hand on those days you’d rather stay in bed

Community Supporting Community

We value community and community connections. It is what makes Sunbury a safe and comfortable place to live. Here are some local businesses that provide excellent service and operate with heart.

Wellbeing Martial Arts https://www.wellbeingmartialarts.com.au/

Sunbury Book Shop https://collinsbookssunbury.com.au/

Embrace holistic physio yoga https://www.facebook.com/embraceholisticphysioyoga

Irelands Florist https://irelandsfloristofsunbury.com.au/#

Meditation Matters