Studies have shown that the perfect amount of time for a hug to last in order to have a positive effect on both your mental and physical health is 20 seconds. This is because a hug can release the hormone oxytocin, which causes you to feel happy.

When haters go after your looks and differences, it means they have nowhere left to go. And then you know you’re winning! I have Aspergers and that means I’m sometimes a bit different from the norm. And - given the right circumstances- being different is a superpower. #aspiepower

Love this!! 🥰 We also have little messages and 'free compliments' around our rooms!😊💜 "Self-Care September: Leave positive messages where you will see them regularly" - Action for Happiness #RespectDay #WednesdayWisdom #friendshipmonth Bee You Counselling #positivity #BelfastHour

Self-care is not selfish. Make time for yourself - you are important too Image: gcdoodles etsy.com/shop/gcdoodles

"Perfect way to unwind after a busy morning getting the kids out the door for school!" The Walking Group at #SionMill PS reconvenes on Tues 1 Oct 2019 at 9am. Looking forward to welcoming new folks as well as all our regular walkers. Big thanks to #NationalLottery & Derry Strabane Cncl

Childcare costs are crippling working families. This is why we’ve been pushing for 30 hours of free childcare for parents. 👇

Yes, Derry is pure class every day of the year - but it's also the best place in the world to celebrate Halloween independent.co.uk/travel/derry-b…

We’re starting a community library- bring a book take a book. We want to get young people and not so young people reading. If you any spare books about could you drop them down to us?

A courtroom can be a daunting place to attend if you've never been in one before. It's why we provide pre-trial visits to court for prosecution witnesses. You can read more about how we help witnesses here; victimsupportni.com/help-for-witne…

This #GivingTuesday – and 365 days a year our #Childline counsellors are there for children in their darkest hour. Help us continue to support those who need it most: bit.ly/2O5pigz

Free Info Session - Positive play for children on the autism spectrum on Thurs 20 Feb, 10am - 3pm at #Strabane Enterprise Agency. This session is suitable for those working within a school age childcare setting. To book email [email protected] by 30 Jan.

There are several benefits to praising your children on characteristics other than their appearances :) These compliments can improve self-esteem, increase intrinsic motivation to achieve and build perseverance for future tasks <3 deansrathfamily.ie

It's a beautiful day to be a "helper" ^_^ Mr. Roger's dedicated his life to helping children be heard, understood, accepted, helped and educated - matching our very aims within our inclusive preschool <3 deansrathfamily.ie

We want every child to know they're not alone and that #Childline is here for them. RT to help us reach them, so no one suffers alone.

AWARE runs support groups in Derry for people struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety. They provide a welcoming environment and an opportunity to meet others in a similar position. They are free and strictly confidential. For more info: aware-ni.org/how-we-can-hel…

Putting yourself first is not selfish. You can’t pour from an empty cup Image: gabbyfrost.com

CYPSP in N.Ireland Parenting NI Children's Law Centre (CLC) Law Centre NI UlsterUni LawClinic Angel Eyes NI Mae Murray Foundation Action for Children @SETsocialwork Southern Trust Learning Disability Carers Shadow Council Disability Action Leonard Cheshire in Northern Ireland Bryson Care Brian Canavan

“How you think about a problem is more important than the problem itself. So always #think positively.” ~ Norman Vincent Peale quote

Our choices & activities affect our happiness. Even if we can't change our circumstances, we can still make a difference by the way we choose to live ☀️ thetinman.online/the-key-to-hap… Tin Man