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Why Spirituality Can Still Matter in Therapy - Even If You’re Not Religious
Although we typically assume that therapy is focused only on mental and emotional health, the exploration of spiritual identity can be immensely valuable in the therapeutic process.
Stressy or Depressy: What a Therapist Wants You to Know About Starting Therapy
The fact that you’re reading a blog post about this topic could mean you (or someone you know) is struggling with this strange and challenging and sometimes super bummer thing we call life.
The Body Speaks: How Does Your Attachment Style Show Up Somatically?
Our bodies are incredibly skilled when it comes to its ability to send us messages regarding what it needs or feels in any given moment. When you are hungry, your stomach may grumble
The Forgotten and Challenging Component of Mindfulness: Non-Judgment
You have probably heard many times how practicing mindfulness can benefit your life and well-being. Maybe you have seen a social media post, heard it from a friend, or been told to try in counselling.
Sleep Hygiene: Your Path to Better Mental Health
Have you ever experienced waking up on the “wrong side of the bed” or perhaps known someone who has?
Exploring Burnout and “Hustle Culture” in the Workplace
As a new therapist, I have met with a number of clients who are experiencing mental and emotional exhaustion, ongoing fatigue, and symptoms of “burnout,” which has become increasingly normalized within our society.
What Does My Therapist Mean When They Ask Me: “Where Do You Feel That in Your Body?
When we experience anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other forms of distress, it can be natural to find yourself stuck in your head.
Social Media, Self-Esteem, and Mindfulness: How and When to “Unplug
In the 21st century, social media has taken the world by storm and has allowed people from all across the world to connect virtually.
What Signals Is Your Body Sending You?
Whether you are up all night studying, staying overtime for work, or coming home from work to spend more time taking care of the home - it is common for many of us to lose a significant amount of time in the day to our responsibilities.
The Power of Breath: Three Quick Techniques to Help Calm the Mind and Body
Like most of us living in today’s fast-paced society, we often find ourselves overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and a constant sense of urgency.
Blue or Red? Why Can't I Choose? Understanding and Managing Indecisiveness
Do you regularly struggle with making both everyday and more complex decisions?
Coping with Workplace Stress
The psychological effects of workplace stress extend beyond feelings of temporary anxiety; they can lead to more serious mental health conditions.
Closing tabs: Strategies for Decluttering our Minds and Spaces
A few weeks ago, I was searching for something online when an article of interest popped up and I wanted to read it. A quick click and suddenly a warning came up on my phone - I had ninety- nine tabs open and should I open any more, then the oldest would be closed.
Unwind Your Mind: Helpful Stress Management Techniques
Life consists of varying challenges and the stress that comes with it is an inevitable part of our journey. However, what is most important is how we manage and navigate the stressors to maintain our overall health and psychological well-being.
Overcoming Procrastination
Procrastination is a common problem that affects many people. It is the act of delaying or postponing tasks and activities that need to be done.
The Silent Elixir: Showing the Significance of Sleep Hygiene
In the continuous motion of our modern times, sleep is often disregarded for the numerous activities and responsibilities that require our attention.
Improving Motivation
When we think of motivation, we think of things that empower us to tackle everyday tasks or larger-than-life challenges
Mindfulness and Dreams - Using Your Consciousness and Unconsciousness to Guide Your Thinking
It is well-known that dreams can often be a source of guidance and interpretation in life and that attending to our subconscious drives can offer us additional awareness and insight into both our motivations and desires, and our vices and temptations.
Filling One's Cup
Filling one’s cup refers to making time for oneself and enjoying things that bring you happiness. Sounds easy. I want you to stop and think about what brings you happiness and think how many things you partake in that make you feel happy and how often.
Nurturing Your Well-being Through the Seven Types of Self-Care
When managing our day-to-day life, we often forget the importance of taking care of ourselves. Self-care is not only a luxury, but a requirement and a need for our mental, emotional, and physical well-being to be maintained.