self-compassion – Julia Fry – Psychotherapist, Neurodivergence Coach, Writer, Poet, Artist.

A way of working with critters

Softly blurred figure standing looking into distance, with blurred feather shapes around them — Softly blurred figure
Julia Fry
2026

There are moments when our bodies speak louder than words, carrying messages that link us to our lineage, emotions, and unseen energies. Recently, something happened that reminded me of how intertwined body and psyche truly are — how even invisible critters, as Richard Schwartz calls them, can find their way into our awareness.

Words are Magic Spells for Our Nervous Systems

Discover how self-talk acts as magic spells on your nervous system. Reframe struggles, soothe inner critics, and embrace self-compassion this Christmas.

I draw on my breath and the overflowing love that constantly pumps through my heart – healing me, loving me unconditionally, giving me energy in surprising ways.

Words are magic spells.

Words as magic spells healing the nervous system through self-compassion — Julia Fry (2022)