Insights.

Practical, evidence-informed psychology for everyday life, work, school and sport. By Emily Baird.

Wellbeing is shaped by the person and the conditions around them. When demands keep exceeding capacity, the answer isn't more self-care.

Leadership and human systems 2 min read

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  1. Regulation doesn't always mean calming down

    Regulation is responding to what the system needs. Sometimes that's rest. Sometimes it's activation, expression, a boundary or support.

    Regulation and nervous-system capacity 2 min read

  2. Support the person. Examine the system.

    When someone is struggling, it's natural to focus on them. The most lasting change often comes from looking at what surrounds them as well.

    Behaviour as information 2 min read