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Cover image of my upcoming book “A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy Reality” by Emma Saccomani. The title is displayed in bold lettering against a calming colour palette of soft greens and fuschia pink, with the subtitle: “Simple tools for navigating life’s complex journey.” The design reflects the book’s down-to-earth, supportive approach to boundary-setting in both personal and professional life.
A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy Reality

Introducing A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy Reality — a relatable, practical guide to setting boundaries in real life, written for the overwhelmed, the givers, and the quietly exhausted. Part reflection, part toolkit, all heart.

Emma Saccomani
A chalkboard with the words 'Believe you are worth it!' written on it. The image represents the importance of setting boundaries in various aspects of life, including relationships, self-care, and professional responsibilities. Believing you are worth it is essential for setting boundaries, as it empowers you to prioritise your needs and well-being.
Setting boundaries for messy reality

Setting boundaries isn’t about perfection — it’s about protecting your peace in a messy, noisy world. This practical, compassionate guide offers real-world tips, reflection prompts, and gentle encouragement to help you set boundaries that actually work.

Emma Saccomani
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Overstepping boundaries

Even with the best intentions, we can cross the line. This post explores how to spot — and stop — boundary oversteps in workplace mental health conversations, with real-life insights, practical advice, and a big dose of compassion.

Emma Saccomani
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Healthy boundaries – the Goldilocks principle

Too rigid? Too leaky? Just right? This playful yet practical guide uses the Goldilocks principle (and porridge!) to explore what healthy boundaries really look like — with insights, reflection prompts, and plenty of real-life relevance.

Emma Saccomani
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Giving with Boundaries

Giving is good — but not when it costs your wellbeing. This post explores how to give meaningfully without burning out, with real-world examples, research-backed insights, and compassionate boundary-setting tips for givers, volunteers, and carers.

Emma Saccomani
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Boundary myth-busting

Think boundaries are selfish, rigid, or only work if others play nice? Think again. This myth-busting post tackles six common misconceptions about boundaries — and why they matter more than ever for workplace wellbeing, relationships, and your own sanity.

Emma Saccomani
My training follow-up resources

An extensive list of practical, trusted mental health resources shared during workplace and community training—covering everything from crisis support and therapy to neurodiversity, suicide awareness, workplace wellbeing, and support for young people and parents.

Emma Saccomani
What's a Mental health First Aid workshop all about?

Curious about Mental Health First Aid training? Discover what an MHFAider workshop really involves, from hands-on learning and real-life scenarios to key takeaways and app support—plus how this training fits into a wider workplace wellbeing strategy.

Emma Saccomani
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Training best practice

Explore practical insights, candid reflections, and expert tips on delivering impactful mental health training—from managing expectations and creating accessible sessions to blending accredited and customised approaches, all with a healthy dose of humour and heart.

Emma Saccomani
Hope through conversation and hope through Messy reality!

Life and work can be messy—so how do we support one another through it? This blog explores how to recognise distress, have meaningful mental health conversations, and understand your support role with compassion, clarity, and confidence.

Emma Saccomani
Taking the first step to finding support

Asking for help with mental health can feel overwhelming, especially when stigma and fear get in the way. This post explores the power of early intervention, the value of peer support, and how to find someone you can trust to talk to. Discover practical guidance, inspiring quotes, and support resources to help you—or someone you care about—take that important first step.

Emma Saccomani
Support and where to find it - there's no onesize fits all

Struggling to find the right mental health support? This guide explores a wide range of professional and self-help options—from crisis lines and GPs to local groups, therapy, recovery colleges, and online resources—because when it comes to mental health, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution.

Emma Saccomani

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