The Mindful Movement

*FIRST AID FRIDAY on a Saturday*

🩸 Severe bleeding can become life-threatening in minutes. Knowing what to do can help save a life.

If someone is bleeding:
✔️ Ensure the scene is safe
✔️ Apply firm, direct pressure to the wound
✔️ Keep pressure on until help arrives
✔️ Secure the dressing if bleeding slows
✔️ Seek urgent medical help for severe bleeding

🚫 Don’t remove objects embedded in a wound.
🚫 Don’t keep lifting dressings to check the wound.

Remember: direct pressure is one of the most effective ways to control bleeding.

❤️ Stay calm, act quickly and call for help when needed.

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💛 JUNE IS MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH MONTH 💛

Mental health affects everyone, yet many men still struggle in silence.

This month, let’s challenge the stigma, encourage conversations, and remind the men in our lives that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

✔ Check in with your mates
✔ Talk openly about mental health
✔ Listen without judgement
✔ Reach out if you’re struggling
✔ Remember: You don’t have to face it alone

At The Mindful Movement, we believe in creating a community where people feel supported, heard, and empowered to take positive steps towards better mental wellbeing.

✨ Step Forward. Speak Out. Support You. ✨

📞 Mental Health Support Contacts (Australia)

• Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 Crisis Support)
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636
• MensLine Australia – 1300 78 99 78
• Su***de Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
• Triple Zero (000) – If there is an immediate danger to life

If you’re struggling today, reach out. One conversation can make a difference.

*First Aid Friday*

Would you know what to do if you came across a dislocation?

Dislocations can be painful and serious, knowing the right first aid steps matters.

If you suspect a dislocation:
✔️ Keep the joint still
✔️ Support it in the position found
✔️ Apply ice wrapped in a cloth
✔️ Check circulation
✔️ Seek medical help

🚫 Never try to force the joint back into place yourself.

Quick action and proper first aid can help reduce pain, prevent further injury and support recovery. ❤️

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If you need First Aid training check out the link in our bio or send a DM for more information

Would you know the signs of harm and neglect in a child? Or would you know what to do if you noticed a child displaying the signs?

At The Mindful Movement Training Solutions we provide CHCPRT025 - Identify and report children and young people at risk AND its refresher course on behalf of Allen’s Training RTO #90909

If you would like further information about the course or how to enrol please send through a DM

*First Aid Friday*

Burns can happen in seconds…knowing basic first aid can make a huge difference.

The right first aid can reduce pain, minimise damage and support better healing. ❤️

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*ANNOUNCEMENT*

The Mindful Movement has launched another avenue to our Mental Health Community Initiative…The Mindful Movement: Women’s Project.

The Mindful Movement: Women’s Project is a Facebook Group that is a supportive women’s community focusing on:

Mental Health
Movement
Connection
Support
Safe Conversation
Community Over Competition

This group is not a replacement for professional help but is an opportunity for supportive conversations.

The project is in its launching phase but if this is something you are interested in, please join the group.

Jen - The Mindful Movement

📍 Meet at Darley St Local Cafe, Shellharbour
🕢 Leaving at 7:30am
🚶‍♀️ 45 minute round loop
🐶 Pram, dog & child friendly
🤍 Absolutely everyone is welcome

As we get ready for Monday to come around again, why not put in your diary that we have another community walk happening this upcoming Saturday leaving Cafe in Shellharbour at 7:30am.

Whether you come to chat, clear your mind, meet new people or simply move your body our walks are for you.

📍 Meet at Darley St Local Cafe, Shellharbour
🕢 Leaving at 7:30am
🚶‍♀️ 45 minute round loop
🐶 Pram, dog & child friendly
🤍 Absolutely everyone is welcome

Step forward. Speak out. Support you.

We are introducing First Aid Fridays where each Friday we will highlight a First Aid procedure that might just be able to help you, your family, a colleague or anyone in the community.

Check out the information on Bee stings and Anaphylaxis. Unfortunately for some these can go hand in hand. But by having the knowledge of how to treat stings and acting fast, you might just save a life.

If you or someone you know require First Aid Training check out our website https://themindfulmovement.trainingdesk.com.au
Or send us a DM for more information