17/08/2026
Sometimes our reactions surprise us.
A moment happens, our body responds, and we might find ourselves thinking, “Why am I reacting like this?”
This happened for me while following the netball signing period. On the surface, it was about players leaving a team I love.
But when I paused and became curious, I realised there was more underneath. Change, uncertainty, and the discomfort that can come when something familiar shifts.
Sometimes our bodies give us clues before we have the words to explain what we are feeling.
Our reactions often make sense when we understand the experiences, meanings, and stories that shape us.
This is why noticing and naming our emotions can be so helpful. Not to make feelings disappear, but to create space to understand ourselves with more compassion.
Sometimes curiosity is the first step.
p.s . I haven’t checked the latest netball this morning- partly because I’m practising what I preach and creating a little space before I emotionally invest in the next announcement 😂 But honestly, I’m also hoping there are no more changes because I’m not sure my Thunderbirds-loving heart is ready!
