I've been thinking about the difference between stress and anxiety. I feel like we can sometimes lump them together, but they're not always the same thing. Stress usually has a reason. A deadline. A health appointment. Money worries. A difficult conversation. You can normally point to what's causing it. Anxiety can be different. Sometimes the stressful situation has passed, but your mind and body are still acting like the threat is right in front of you. One question I've started asking myself is: "Is there actually something I need to solve right now?" If the answer is yes, I focus on the next practical step. If the answer is no, I've learned that maybe I don't need to think harder... maybe I just need to give my nervous system a chance to settle. Living with MND has certainly brought plenty of genuine stress into my life. But it's also taught me that not every feeling needs another solution. Sometimes I just need to get outside, take a few slow breaths, put some music on, or simply sit quietly for a few minutes. Not because those things fix everything. But because they remind my body that not every moment is an emergency. I'm curious.. When life feels overwhelming, what helps you reset? Not escape it... just reset enough to take the next step.

Sometimes the hardest decisions aren’t between good and bad. They might actually be between two good things! The opportunity that excites you… but will stretch your energy. The commitment you care about… but know might overload you. The goal you want… but the timing feels off. The person you want to help… but your own needs are calling too. That’s where it gets tricky. When both choices have value, it’s easy to overthink, second-guess, or stay stuck in the middle. One of the things we talk about in the Resilience Reboot is the power of choice. Not just making decisions quickly, but slowing down enough to ask better questions. What can I control here? Which option aligns with my values? What will this cost me? What will this give me? What choice supports the person I’m trying to become? Sometimes the “right” choice isn’t the easiest one. And sometimes it isn’t the one that looks best from the outside. It’s the one that brings you back to what matters most. So I’m curious… when two good choices pull you in different directions, how do you decide? Do you go with logic? your gut feeling? values? or maybe you get advice from someone you trust? I’d love to hear how you work through this one.

Like many Australians, I've spent the past week reflecting on the extraordinary life and legacy of Neale Daniher. Neale achieved something very few people ever do. He took a disease that most people had never heard of and made the entire country pay attention. Because of his courage, determination and relentless advocacy, millions of dollars have been raised for research, awareness has grown enormously, and countless families affected by MND have felt seen and supported. What he achieved is nothing short of remarkable. On a personal level, Neale's journey has inspired me from the day I was diagnosed. Not just because of what he accomplished, but because of how he chose to live. He showed the world that a diagnosis doesn't have to define your contribution. That purpose doesn't disappear when life gets hard. And that even in the face of unimaginable adversity, you can continue to make a difference. One thing I've become increasingly aware of over the years is how privileged I am to still be here. The average life expectancy following an MND diagnosis is around 2-3 years. I was diagnosed in 2017. Many of the people I've met along this journey. Many of the people I've advocated alongside. Many of my friends in the MND community have not had the opportunity to live this long. And I think about that often. Because with that privilege comes responsibility. A responsibility to keep speaking up. A responsibility to keep advocating. A responsibility to help people understand what this disease does to individuals and families. And a responsibility to represent those who no longer have the opportunity to tell their own story. And what an honour that is. Neale carried that responsibility with extraordinary grace, and his example continues to inspire me every day. While his passing is incredibly sad, I don't think his work ends here. His legacy lives on in every person who continues the fight. Every researcher searching for answers. Every advocate raising awareness. Every family refusing to give up hope And every person living with MND who chooses to keep showing up, one day at a time.

I was thinking this morning how different my mornings look now compared to years ago. There was a time I’d jump out of bed at ridiculous hours to go teach fitness classes, rush between clients, smash through a million things in a day and somehow still think I should be doing more 😅 These days, life forces me to slow down a lot more. Although I'm still just as 'busy' I guess... Because when you physically can’t do life the way you used to, you become very aware of the little things that either help your mindset… or completely drain it. Things like: starting the day calmly instead of instantly reaching for stress moving your body in whatever way you CAN not speaking to yourself like you’re a failure every time life feels hard That stuff matters. A lot. And honestly, I still have frustrating days too. Days where I’m tired, emotional, impatient, or over it all. But I’ve learned there’s a big difference between having a hard day… and convincing yourself you’re failing at life. One is human. The other just destroys your peace for no reason. I think real resilience looks a lot less glamorous than people imagine. Most of the time it’s just adjusting, resetting, protecting your energy, and finding ways to stay steady even when life feels messy. Anyway… curious to hear from you all. Which one do you think affects your mindset the MOST? 1️⃣ Starting the day stressed 2️⃣ Not moving your body enough 3️⃣ Being too hard on yourself

Tried out my new (old) vibration plate today 😄 I’ll be honest… I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Part of me wondered “Is this actually good… or just another wellness gadget people are suddenly obsessed with?” 😂 But I can definitely see why people are jumping on board. Even modified use like I do, you can feel your muscles working and your body responding differently. For me, anything that helps circulation, movement, muscle activation and keeping the body engaged is worth exploring. As we get older, or if you’re dealing with illness, injury, fatigue or mobility changes, I think finding different ways to support the body becomes really important. It also reminded me that health and fitness doesn’t always have to look traditional. Sometimes it’s adapting. Trying something new. Being open-minded enough to experiment a bit. So, anyone else tried a vibration plate? Did you love it? Hate it? Think it was overrated? Or maybe you've secretly become obsessed? 😄 Would love to hear your experience 💚