Mindful Wild Steps

🌱 THURSDAY PHOTO DUMP 🌱
I really can't complain when the hardest part of my job is deciding which picture should be the 'cover' photo when I love them all equally 😆
Today at bush playgroup we practices using some hand tools, the minis put on a show, we had mud kitchen snacks prepared, had a cozy fire with yummy corn on the cob and popcorn, and of course hot cuppas 🫖
It was a freezing, frosty morning but the sun was out and not a cloud in the sky!
Always so amazed and grateful that these beautiful families come spend time with us each week, there are so many things on offer for this age group that I know how hard it can be to decide which one to do! So I always feel so thankful each week when people choose to come spend time in nature with us.

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Does anyone else put new things off for so long? I feel like I always do, then it's never as hard as I thought it would be.
I've been wanting to try making vegan marshmellows for months but kept putting it off thinking I wouldn't be able to do it, or I'd mess it up somehow.
BUT I just had my first attempt and it come out so good! It tastes delicious, and is setting good (the big test will be how it cooks!) but so far I'm so happy. This was my first batch, the second batch I didn't take photos but it come out even better.
What's something you've been putting off trying?

One of the many reasons I'm so passionate about creating inclusive spaces is because I know what it's like to live with anxiety.

I know what it's like to wake up feeling unsettled and spend the day trying to work out why.

It's a big part of why things like opening and closing circles, breathing exercises, free play, shared meals and genuine connection matter so much to me. Children can join or observe, create or relax, play or spend some quiet time in the hammock.

All of these things help create a sense of safety, belonging and community.

A reminder that you are welcome exactly as you are.

I think creating spaces that support mental health is about creating places where people feel seen, included and comfortable enough to be themselves.

Outside of Wild Steps, I have my own things that help too.

Talking with friends, even when opening up feels hard.
Writing. Creating. Painting (digitally these days because space is a little limited!).
Long walks with a friend's dog Rusty, who has a remarkable talent for knowing exactly what kind of day I'm having (I painted us here, and see the last pic for a selfie of us)

Mental health looks different for everyone, though I think we all deserve spaces where we feel safe enough to show up exactly as we are 💛

Our fireplace will forever be one of my favourite things 🔥
Hot cuppas, roasted corn, soup, waffle cones, and good company. Some of my favourite moments have happened around the fire, sharing food, working on projects together, making our 1000 Hearts, and getting lost in conversations while the kids create, play or explore.
We have a couple of free spaces for Term 3 if you'd like to come join us... You can book here (spaces are limited) mindfulwildsteps.com/Wild-steps

I just love this beautiful space, and I'd love to welcome you into it! I've opened up bookings for Term 3 - Caring for our country.

I want these sessions to be as accessible as possible, so we offer sibling discounts, tiered pricing and afterpay and if you have at least 1 child over 10, you can use the code WILD10 for a discount on your entire booking.

These sessions just fill my cup, and I've loved watching all the kids feel at home here and make friends... But I've also loved seeing parents also find their people.

If you'd like to come along, you can book here mindfulwildsteps.com/Wild-steps

Happy Saturday folks, here's your daily reminder not to let the teens take the photos of you "but you look cute mum"
Thanks. Thanks so much 😆