Be-living by Aline Castro

Be-living by Aline Castro Be-living mission is to help people to be who they want to be. Aline Castro has been working with psychology, mental health and wellbeing for over 20 years.

Be-living was born from a passion to helping people feeling better emotionally, mentally and physically. She has bachelor degree in Psychology and years of experience working with Mental Health recovery. ACA Counselling Membership

17/05/2026

Anticipatory grief is the grief we may experience when we are already facing changes, uncertainty, or a future loss.

In dementia, grief can begin long before the end of life. Families and carers may grieve gradual changes in memory, communication, roles, independence, routines, and the relationship as it used to be.

This type of grief is common in dementia care because the person is still physically present, while parts of the relationship may feel different or changed. This can create mixed emotions, including sadness, worry, guilt, anger, numbness, love, gratitude, and exhaustion.

These feelings do not mean you are not coping. They are a normal response to ongoing loss, emotional stress, and deep love.

Support, connection, self-compassion, and having a safe space to talk can help carers feel less alone while navigating these changes.

If you are caring for someone living with dementia, please remember: you are not alone. 🩷

If this feels familiar, what is one small thing that has helped you feel supported?

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Happy Mother’s Day 💜Today is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the love, care, strength, and tenderness that mothers ...
09/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💜

Today is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the love, care, strength, and tenderness that mothers and mother figures bring into our lives.

At the same time, I gently acknowledge that Mother’s Day can feel different for everyone. For some, it is a day of happiness, gratitude, and connection. For others, it may bring grief, longing, sadness, or mixed emotions.

All of these experiences are valid.

Sending love to all mothers, mother figures, grandmothers, carers, and children today — especially those who may be missing their mum, grieving a loss, navigating distance, or holding complicated feelings.

May today bring you a moment of comfort, love, and kindness, in whatever way you need it most.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐
You are not alone 🩷

Kindness matters.But kindness without boundaries can slowly become emotional exhaustion.When you are caring for someone ...
06/05/2026

Kindness matters.
But kindness without boundaries can slowly become emotional exhaustion.

When you are caring for someone 24/7, it can feel difficult to say no, ask for help, or make space for your own needs. Many carers feel guilty when they rest, delegate, or step back. But boundaries are not a lack of love. Boundaries are a way of protecting your emotional capacity so you can continue to care with patience, compassion, and presence.

Research consistently shows that carers are at higher risk of stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep disruption, and burnout, especially when support is limited. Asking for help, taking breaks, staying connected, and setting realistic limits are evidence-based ways to support carer wellbeing and long-term resilience.

Being kind does not mean doing everything alone.
Being kind does not mean saying yes when your body and mind are asking for rest.
Being kind does not mean forgetting yourself.

Boundaries can sound like:
“I need a break.”
“I cannot do this alone.”
“I need support today.”
“I love you, and I also need to rest.”

You can care deeply and still have limits.
You can be compassionate and still ask for help.
You can love someone and still protect your wellbeing.

Saying no can be saying yes to your health, your energy, and your capacity to keep caring.

What is one boundary that would support you this week?

02/05/2026

Neuroscience: The Science of Small Habits 🧠✨
Self-care isn’t just a luxury; it’s a biological necessity for a resilient brain. While we often think of “big” changes, neuroscience shows that small daily habits are the most effective way to support stress regulation, focus, and long-term resilience.
Here is how you can use evidence-based tools to support your mental health today:
• Breathe to Reset: Slow breathing is a powerful tool that directly calms the body’s stress response. It helps shift your nervous system from “fight or flight” into a state of rest.
• The Power of Movement: Physical activity doesn’t just benefit the body; movement actively supports brain health and cognitive function.
• Nature as Restoration: Spending time in natural environments is proven to restore mental energy and reduce the fatigue caused by constant digital stimulation.
• Routine and Mental Load: Creating a consistent routine reduces the “mental load” by automating daily tasks, leaving you with more cognitive energy for complex decisions.
• Connection and Wellbeing: Prioritizing human connection is vital, as social bonds act as a natural buffer against stress and support overall wellbeing.
• Sleep and Memory: Quality sleep is the time when your brain consolidates information and supports memory, making it the foundation of learning.
• Mindfulness and Attention: Practicing mindfulness is like a workout for your brain; it actively trains your ability to focus and maintain attention.
• The Softening Effect of Self-Compassion: Approaching yourself with kindness rather than criticism actually softens the physiological stress response, making it easier to recover from challenges.
🩷Which of these small, science-backed habits will you choose to focus on today?
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30/04/2026

🩷Connection matters because behind every act of care, there is a person who also needs to feel held, heard, and supported.

For carers, meaningful connection can help reduce loneliness, support emotional wellbeing, and create a sense of being understood. Evidence shows that social support is associated with better mental health, lower stress, and greater resilience during challenging life circumstances.

Connection does not need to be big or perfect.

It can be a coffee with a friend.
A message to someone you trust.
A carers’ group.
A counselling session.
A moment where you feel heard, not judged.

Sometimes, connection does not change the situation — but it can change how supported you feel within it.

Connection matters because no carer should feel alone in their caring journey.

🩷 What is one small way you could connect with someone this week?

If you feel comfortable, share it in the comments. Your idea may gently encourage or support someone else. 😊




26/04/2026

Caring for someone else can take so much emotional, mental, and physical energy.

Self-care does not need to be big, expensive, or perfectly planned. Sometimes it is one small pause, one deep breath, one glass of water, one honest conversation, or giving yourself permission to rest.

For carers, small acts of care are not selfish. They are part of sustaining your wellbeing while you support someone you love.

What is one small act of care you can offer yourself today?

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21/04/2026

Supporting carers through anxiety means bringing clarity when things feel heavy.

You don’t have to carry it all alone.
Small, evidence-based strategies can make a meaningful difference.

If you feel comfortable, write in the comments what helps you find calm in difficult moments?

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17/04/2026

Dementia is often described by what we can see: changes in behaviour, memory, and communication.
But beneath the surface, there is so much more that often goes unseen.

This visual is a powerful reminder that what may appear as agitation, repetition, or withdrawal can be expressions of deeper experiences such as fear, grief, anxiety, or overwhelm.

Understanding this can help us respond with greater empathy, patience, and compassion; shifting from “what is happening?” to “what might this person be feeling?”

Supporting a person living with dementia means looking beyond the surface and meeting the person, not just the symptoms.

🧠 What has helped you pause and look beyond behaviours to better understand the person behind them?

Source: Alzheimer’s Society

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More Than Just a Gesture 🧠🫶🏽❤️✨Did you know that holding hands does more than just provide comfort? In neuropsychology, ...
12/04/2026

More Than Just a Gesture 🧠🫶🏽❤️✨
Did you know that holding hands does more than just provide comfort? In neuropsychology, this simple act of closeness can actually synchronize brain waves between a carer and their loved one.
The Science of a Touch:
• Lowers Cortisol: It physically reduces stress levels for both of you.
• Boosts Oxytocin: Releases the “bonding hormone” that builds trust and calm.
• Safety Signal: For someone with dementia, your touch is a powerful non-verbal cue that says, “You are safe. I am here.”
When words are hard to find, let your presence do the talking. 🤍
What’s one way you’ve found to connect without using words today?
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More Than Just a Gesture 🧠 🫶🏽✨Did you know that holding hands does more than just provide comfort? In neuropsychology, t...
12/04/2026

More Than Just a Gesture 🧠 🫶🏽✨
Did you know that holding hands does more than just provide comfort? In neuropsychology, this simple act of closeness can actually synchronize brain waves between a carer and their loved one.
The Science of a Touch:
• Lowers Cortisol: It physically reduces stress levels for both of you.
• Boosts Oxytocin: Releases the “bonding hormone” that builds trust and calm.
• Safety Signal: For someone with dementia, your touch is a powerful non-verbal cue that says, “You are safe. I am here.”
When words are hard to find, let your presence do the talking. 🤍
What’s one way you’ve found to connect without using words today?
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