EFL - Equipped for Life - Counselling and Transformational Neuro Coaching

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Psychotherapist | Coach | Speaker | Relationship & Human Behaviour Educator

Helping people understand the psychology behind relationships, communication and human behaviour so they can create stronger families, healthier workplaces and more connected com Rebates available from the following Health Funds:

-Police Health
-Emergency Services Health
-St Lukes Health
-Phoenix Health Fund
-GU Health
-Doctors Health Fund

02/08/2026
If you're looking to invest in yourself while connecting with a welcoming community of local business professionals, thi...
02/08/2026

If you're looking to invest in yourself while connecting with a welcoming community of local business professionals, this is a meeting you won't want to miss.
๐Ÿ“ Inner City KBN
๐Ÿจ Beetson Hotel, Petrie Terrace
๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 4 August
๐Ÿ•ก 6:45am โ€“ 8:30am
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book your visit: https://linktr.ee/kbnbrisbanenorth
๐Ÿ“ฉ [email protected]
๐Ÿ“ž 0439 242 762

๐Ÿง  ๐๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง ๐†๐ฒ๐ฆ โ€“ ๐“๐จ๐๐š๐ฒ'๐ฌ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐จ๐ฎ๐ญโฃโฃ๐Œ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ญ๐œ๐ก ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ Just like a body can become stiff when it doesn't stretch...Our th...
09/07/2026

๐Ÿง  ๐๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง ๐†๐ฒ๐ฆ โ€“ ๐“๐จ๐๐š๐ฒ'๐ฌ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐จ๐ฎ๐ญโฃ
โฃ
๐Œ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ญ๐œ๐ก ๐“๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ 

Just like a body can become stiff when it doesn't stretch...

Our thinking can become stiff when we only see one explanation.

The first thought your brain gives you is not always the full truth.

When we are stressed, disappointed, or hurt, our brain can quickly lock onto one story:

"They don't care."
"I failed."
"Nothing will change."
"It's always going to be this way."

But a strong mind learns to stretch.

๐Ÿ’ช Today's Workout: Mental Stretch

Think of one situation that has been taking up space in your mind.

1๏ธโƒฃ Write down your first thought about it.

2๏ธโƒฃ Ask yourself:
"Is this the only possible explanation?"

3๏ธโƒฃ Find three other ways to look at it.

4๏ธโƒฃ Finish this sentence:

"Another way to see this is..."

You are not ignoring reality.

You are training your brain to look wider before deciding what is true.

๐Ÿ‘‡ Share below:
What is one thought you are learning to stretch?

Let's train our brains together ๐Ÿง 

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."
Romans 12:2

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Today's WorkoutMental Cool DownYour body was never designed to exercise all day without recovery.Your brai...
08/07/2026

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Today's Workout
Mental Cool Down
Your body was never designed to exercise all day without recovery.
Your brain is the same.
Many of us finish the day physically resting, but mentally we are still carrying conversations, worries, mistakes, decisions, and unfinished thoughts.
Over time, an overloaded mind finds it harder to rest, focus, and be present.

Tonight, let's train our brain to recover.
๐Ÿ’ช Today's Workout: Mental Cool Down
Before you finish your day:
1๏ธโƒฃ Empty your mind
Write down everything your brain keeps reminding you about.
2๏ธโƒฃ Sort the weight
Ask yourself:
"Is this something I can control?"
โœ”๏ธ If yes, write one small action step.
โœ”๏ธ If no, practise releasing what is not yours to carry.
3๏ธโƒฃ Find one lesson

Ask:
"What did today teach me?"
4๏ธโƒฃ End with gratitude
Write one thing you don't want to take for granted.
Small daily repetitions create strong minds.
Train your brain to rest, not just work. ๐Ÿง 

๐Ÿ‘‡ Comment below:

What is one thing you are choosing not to carry into tomorrow?

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
Matthew 11:28

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Today's WorkoutAttention Training in RelationshipsYour attention is powerful.What you repeatedly notice, y...
07/07/2026

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Today's Workout
Attention Training in Relationships
Your attention is powerful.

What you repeatedly notice, your brain becomes better at finding.
In relationships, our brains can easily become trained to notice what's missing, what's frustrating, and what's not working.
Over time, what we focus on grows.

๐Ÿ’ช Today's Workout: The 3 Notice Challenge
Choose one person in your life today.

For the next 24 hours intentionally notice:
1๏ธโƒฃ One thing they do well.
2๏ธโƒฃ One effort they made.
3๏ธโƒฃ One quality you appreciate about them.
Don't correct.
Don't analyse.
Just notice.
You are training your brain to see what is already there.
๐Ÿ‘‡ Share below:
What is one thing you noticed today?
Let's train our brains together ๐Ÿง 
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things."
Philippians 4:8

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Workout  #5Reaction AwarenessYour reactions can change a moment, a conversation, or a relationship.Most re...
05/07/2026

๐Ÿง  Brain Gym โ€“ Workout #5

Reaction Awareness

Your reactions can change a moment, a conversation, or a relationship.

Most regrets don't come from what we felt.

They come from what we did before we understood what we felt.

When we don't train awareness, our past experiences, emotions, and stress can choose our response for us.

๐Ÿ’ช Today's Workout

1. Think of one moment recently when you reacted strongly.

2. Ask yourself:
"What was I feeling underneath my reaction?"

3. Ask:
"What was my brain trying to protect?"

4. Choose one response you want to practise next time.

Every time you notice your reaction before acting on it, you strengthen the part of your brain that helps you respond with wisdom.

๐Ÿ‘‡ Share one word:
What reaction are you learning to manage?

"Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."
James 1:19

Brain Gym โ€“ Workout  #4Focus & AttentionYour attention is one of your brain's most valuable resources.If you don't inten...
04/07/2026

Brain Gym โ€“ Workout #4
Focus & Attention
Your attention is one of your brain's most valuable resources.
If you don't intentionally train it, your environment will train it for you.
What you repeatedly focus on shapes the way you think, feel, and experience life.
๐Ÿ’ช Today's Workout
1. Choose one everyday activity.
(It could be drinking your coffee, brushing your teeth, walking, washing the dishes, or eating a meal.)
2. For 90 seconds, give that activity your complete attention.
3. When your mind wanders, gently bring it back.
4. Notice how many times you redirected your attention. Every return is one repetition for your brain.
๐Ÿ‘‡ How many times did your mind wander? Share your experience below.
"Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things."
Colossians 3:2

๐Ÿง  INDRANI'S BRAIN GYM โ€“ Workout  #3 | PerceptionHow we feel isn't always determined by what happened.It's often influenc...
29/06/2026

๐Ÿง  INDRANI'S BRAIN GYM โ€“ Workout #3 | Perception

How we feel isn't always determined by what happened.

It's often influenced by the meaning we give to what happened.

Our brains naturally try to make sense of the world. The problem is, when information is missing, our minds often fill in the gaps with assumptions.

Sometimes we're right.

Sometimes we're not.

That's why learning to pause before reacting is one of the most powerful skills we can develop.

Curiosity creates space for better decisions, healthier relationships, and greater emotional wellbeing.

Today's workout is about asking one simple question:

"What else could this mean?"

You might be surprised how often there is more than one possible explanation.

๐Ÿ“– Scripture

"The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him."
Proverbs 18:17

This verse reminds us that our first interpretation isn't always the complete picture. Wisdom grows when we're willing to seek understanding before reaching conclusions.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Join the 100-Day Brain Gym Challenge!

Comment "Done" once you've completed today's workout, or tag someone who'd enjoy doing the challenge with you.

I'll tag you in tomorrow's Brain Gym workout so you can keep building your mind, one repetition at a time.

๐Ÿง  Don't underestimate the power of these Brain Gym workouts.

They may seem simple, but that's exactly the point.

Small daily repetitions can create remarkable change over time.

Your attention shapes your perception.
Your perception influences your choices.
Your choices shape your life.

๐Ÿง  ๐ƒ๐จ๐ง'๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ฌ๐ž ๐๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง ๐†๐ฒ๐ฆ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฌ.They may seem simple.That's exactly the point.Our brains spe...
29/06/2026

๐Ÿง  ๐ƒ๐จ๐ง'๐ญ ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ฌ๐ž ๐๐ซ๐š๐ข๐ง ๐†๐ฒ๐ฆ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฌ.

They may seem simple.

That's exactly the point.

Our brains spend much of each day operating on automatic patterns, habits, and routines. Every time you intentionally pause and bring your attention back, you're strengthening your conscious attention.

That's one rep.

Complete these workouts consistently over the next 100 days, and you may be surprised by what changes.

Small daily repetitions can create remarkable change over time.

Take back control of your attention.

Your attention shapes your perception.

Your perception influences your choices.

Your choices shape your life.

This 100-Day Brain Gym Challenge is leading up to my Brain Gym Workshop in September. Whether you attend the workshop or not, these daily workouts are designed to help you build a healthier, stronger, and more intentional mind.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Join the challenge!

Comment "Done" after you've completed today's workout, or tag someone who'd enjoy doing the challenge with you. I'll be looking out for your comments so I can encourage you along the way.

Let's build healthier brains, one repetition at a time. ๐Ÿง 

"The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him."
Proverbs 18:17

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๐ŸŒฟ July Group Clinical Supervision๐Ÿ“… Monday 13 July๐Ÿ•• 6:30 pm โ€“ 8:00 AEST You're invited to join us for an evening of learn...
29/06/2026

๐ŸŒฟ July Group Clinical Supervision

๐Ÿ“… Monday 13 July
๐Ÿ•• 6:30 pm โ€“ 8:00 AEST
You're invited to join us for an evening of learning, reflection, and professional growth.

Clinical supervision is more than meeting professional requirements. It's an opportunity to pause, reflect on your work, strengthen your clinical thinking, and connect with other practitioners in a safe and supportive environment.

Together we will:
๐Ÿง  Explore complex client presentations.
๐Ÿ’ฌ Discuss interventions and therapeutic approaches.
๐ŸŒฑ Develop greater confidence and clinical insight.
๐Ÿค Learn from one another in a respectful, collaborative group.

๐Ÿ“ฉ 10 Places only- To reserve your place, comment or email.
Thank you. ๐Ÿ™

Address

51 McGinn Rd, Ferny Grove
Brisbane, QLD
4055

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61435600460

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