ND BrainSpace: Wellbeing — What Gets in the Way (and What Helps)
Last week’s ND Brainspace was such a good one! The new layout and lighting made it feel really cosy and open — and of course, the trusty sticky notes were back in action, covered in brilliant ideas as always 💛
It was a open, honest chat about what supports our wellbeing… and what sometimes gets in the way of it. Here’s a quick download from our ND Brainspace Wellbeing session in Stratford last Wednesday, 5th November.
🌿 What Gets in the Way (Wellbeing Blockers)
Energy & sleep: tiredness, late nights, low motivation
Time & overwhelm: distractions, time blindness, family/childcare, “too much noise”
Confidence gremlins: fear of failure, feeling self-conscious, worrying what others think
Money & access: cost of classes or activities
Dysregulated eating: skipping meals, binge–guilt loops, sugar crashes, or feeling out of sync with hunger cues
Boredom & stuckness: doing the same things, too many options, procrastination
Sensory & environment: overstimulation, busy spaces
It’s a reminder that wellbeing isn’t simple — especially when you’re navigating neurodivergent energy, time, and sensory patterns. You’re not lazy, broken, or doing it wrong. Life’s just… a lot sometimes.
🌈 What Actually Helped (Wellbeing Workers)
Nature & movement: walks, yoga, running, football, sea dips, dog time
Connection: talking therapy, time with friends, playing with kids, community groups
Creativity & escapism: crafts, music, gaming, fantasy books, laughter & dancing
Mindful moments: breathing, meditation, sound baths, mindfulness
Self-kindness: slowing down, small treats, praising your body, setting smaller goals
Practical tweaks: timers, AirPods or earplugs, gentle structure (e.g. Finch app), flexible routines
So many brilliant, creative ideas came up — and they all point to the same truth: wellbeing doesn’t have to be expensive, perfect, or Instagram-worthy. It just has to work for you.
💛 A Little Extra
We also met StephyM, who’s offering 10% off her trauma-informed coaching packages for Brainspace attendees. It’s a gentle, compassionate space to explore movement and fitness in a way that feels safe and affirming.
If you’re curious, just mention Brainspace when you contact her.
🌤 Next Up: Surviving the Seasons
Our next ND Brainspace session is on Tuesday 2nd December, where we’ll be exploring how to survive the seasons — with tips, humour, and hopefully a bit of warmth (literally and emotionally).
Bring your blankets, tea, and honest brains. Hope to see you there!