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Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Trauma Recovery
Picture this: you're on a hike, surrounded by the gentle rustle of leaves and the fresh scent of pine. With each step, you feel the tension in your shoulders ease, and a sense of calm washes over you. That's the mind-body connection in action.
Unique as You Are: Self-Care
Every self-care plan is unique to the person due to several factors that contribute to individuality and personal well-being.
When Clutter Turns to Chaos – Hoarding Disorder Explored
When hoarding disorder first gained popularity on television, many of us watched with wide eyes, curious about how something as simple as collecting items could spiral so far out of control.
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.
From Struggle to Acceptance: The Benefits of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
When faced with challenging thoughts and feelings, conventional wisdom often tells us to “look at the bright side” or “focus on the positive.”
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?
Embracing the Symphony of Our Inner Parts
Have you ever felt like different parts of you are fighting for attention and to be heard?
Raising Awareness of Human Trafficking in Canada and the Risk for Children
Several years ago, I was presented with a career opportunity as the intake coordinator for a mobile health clinic which would aid in the prevention of Human trafficking.
Self-Care for Busy People
Incorporating self-care into a busy life requires intentional planning and prioritization. Here are practical tips to make self-care a feasible part of your schedule, no matter how hectic it is.
4 Things Your Trauma Therapist Wants You to Know
Few areas of life remain unaffected in the aftermath of traumatic events, making it even more vital that you seek whatever support, understanding, and tools you need to find your way out of the maze.
Exploring Jungian Analytical Psychology, Depth-Work, and Symbolism; Part 2
In this post, I will share the concept of Anima and Animus, and its relationship to one’s Ego, Persona, and the Self, within the Personal Unconscious and embedded in the Collective Unconscious
Nurturing Mental Wellness
Mental wellness is a vital component of one’s overall well-being. In a world that emphasizes physical health, mental wellness is often overlooked and misunderstood. Research supports that mental wellness is equally important to physical health in leading a fulfilling and joyful life.
My Life With ADHD: Self Regulation and ADHD
People with ADHD struggle to self-regulate and tend to be emotionally deregulated at times. We (Us neurodivergent) have a hard time coping with emotionally distressing things, and we often react in a way that doesn't match the things that happened.
The Potential of Internal Family Systems Therapy: What is IFS?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) has been gaining more popularity as a therapeutic approach to help with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health challenges. But what is IFS?
What is Self-Care?
We’ve all heard the words self-care but what does it really mean? Self-care looks different for everyone because there are so many aspects to each of us that are unique.
Understanding Mom-Rage & Strategies for Emotional Resilience
According to societal expectations, mothers are a pillar of endless patience, always kind and caring, selflessly putting their children’s and families’ needs first.
Coping Strategies to Build Resilience for Trauma Survivors: Part Two
If you’re a trauma survivor, you’ll know all too well that the pain of a traumatic experience can follow you long and far after the event itself has passed.
ADHD Burn-Out Cheat Sheet
Let’s talk about burn out. Burn out can happen to anyone at any time in their life. You can be going about your life, hitting due dates, crushing timelines, accomplishing tasks, reaching goals, and all the sudden BOOM…. Burn out occurred.