The ProActive Psychology Weekly

You’re told to be consistent. Calm. Routine-based. But what happens when your child needs routine and resists it? They melt down over the wrong shirt, but can’t sit still long enough to finish breakfast. They demand structure… then reject it. You’ve tried charts. Scripts. Sensory tools. And still, it’s chaos. Here’s what most people (even professionals) miss: When ADHD and autism show up together in the same child, the usual tools stop working. And without that key insight? Parents are left...

If you’ve been through something hard, and now feel foggy, anxious, or on edge… That’s not random.It’s your brain doing what it thinks it has to do to protect you. 👉 Here’s how trauma actually rewires your brain — and how to calm it Trauma doesn’t just affect your emotions.It physically changes your brain. Your internal “alarm” gets stuck on.Your memory gets scrambled.And the part that helps you think clearly or stay calm? It slows down. This can show up as snapping, zoning out, avoiding...

If you’ve been caught in a cycle of confusion or self-blame, read this. Whether you're worried about your child’s behaviour or feeling like something's not adding up in your own mental health — there’s one thing that often gets overlooked: A proper psychological assessment. Not a label. Not a hoop to jump through. But a structured, practical way to finally understand what’s driving the challenges — and what will actually help. 👉 Here’s what that process really looks like (and why it changes...

This is Part 2 of our most-read articles from the past year — focused on emotional load, recovery, and how to support yourself and the people you care about. 👇 This week’s theme: Emotions, Trauma + Neurodivergence 🧠 You Can’t Talk Your Way Out of Trauma If you’ve done the thinking but your body still feels on edge — this article explains why, and what helps instead.Read it here → 📩 When Talking About Feelings Isn’t Helping Endless emotional chats don’t always build resilience. This shows you...

Over the past year, we’ve spoken with many people who feel stretched thin — emotionally, mentally, and digitally. This week, we’re sharing Part 1 of our “most-read” series: simple, powerful articles that struck a chord with people juggling work, family, and wellbeing. 👇 This week’s theme: Stress, Screens + the Mental Load 📩 How to Beat Email Anxiety (Without Burning Out) Sarah’s story will sound familiar — inbox stress, late nights, and too much mental clutter. She changed her approach. You...

Everything feels harder than it should. Mornings are chaos. Homework ends in tears. You’re doing your best… but something still feels off. And quietly, in the back of your mind, you’re wondering: “Why is everything such a battle?” “Is it me… or is something going on here?” 👉 These 10 ADHD signs might explain more than you think ADHD doesn’t always look like bouncing off the walls. Sometimes, it’s a child who zones out during simple tasks. Or gets hyper-focused on Minecraft but forgets to eat....

If you’re drowning in half-finished tasks and brain fog, you’re not broken—you’re overloaded. You’ve got tabs open. Kids yelling. A to-do list that laughs in your face. And when you do try to focus? Your brain short-circuits. Here’s the truth no one tells busy ADHD parents: The issue isn’t discipline—it’s friction. Every distraction, every context switch, every vague task creates micro-resistance that builds. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. 👉 Read the ADHD productivity guide built for...

In the last 12 months, burnout rates among mid-career professionals have spiked. Quiet quitting, disengagement, performance plateaus — it’s all rising fast. And while most people respond by pushing harder…↳The smartest professionals are doing something very different. They’re pausing.They’re removing resistance.They’re resetting their internal operating system before taking their next big step. I walk through exactly how in this quick read. Inside, you’ll see: ✓ Why most success habits don’t...

Welcome to this week’s edition! Trauma can leave your body stuck in survival mode for years. Most people try to think their way out of it. But that’s not where the real release happens. Let’s get started! How to Release Trauma from the Body: 6 Therapies and Techniques for Emotional Healing See this on YouTube (4:34 mins) You might not realise it, but your body could still be stuck in the past. Not in a nostalgic way but more in a way that quietly wears you down. That tight chest you get in...

Welcome to this week’s edition! Ready to find clarity and renewed purpose? Discover the goal setting and action planning secret that’s empowering thousands to transform their careers and lives. Let’s get started! How to Set Goals and Create an Action Plan to Transform Your Life See this on YouTube (6:40 mins) You’ve achieved significant milestones—whether a successful career, raising a family, or building a comfortable lifestyle—but lately, those accomplishments aren’t sparking the same sense...