Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, delicious food, and cherished moments with loved ones. But, it can also be a source of stress and anxiety, especially when it comes to setting boundaries to protect your mental health. Here are some practical strategies to maintain healthy boundaries during Thanksgiving.
Read MoreLearn the importance of self-compassion and rest in our modern world. This blog normalizes the resistance and struggle to prioritize it while giving you tools on how to give yourself permission to rest.
Read MoreWhat does it truly mean to belong? Have you ever felt out of place and alone in a large group of people? Have you ever felt anxious about fitting in and find yourself morphing to whoever you think others want you to be in an effort to belong? Even though it may feel that way, you’re not alone.
Read MoreAt the heart of seeking reassurance lies a fundamental human need- the need to be validated and accepted. From the earliest stages of life we seek the approval of caregivers and loved ones. This validation shapes our sense of worth and helps us navigate the unfamiliar world we have entered.
Read MoreThere are many benefits to counselling that leads to life-changing healing and health. This includes increasing self-awareness, learning new coping skills, relationship growth, a greater sense of resiliency, and increased confidence and self-esteem.
Read MoreSelf-worth is at the core of all challenges we come into counselling to heal. It is the foundation of confidence, resilience, connection, and love. With self-worth we are able to attract and maintain the life that we want. Sounds nice, right? I know you are probably thinking…. Well how do I get there? Where did it all go? Was it ever there for me?
Read MoreAnxious thoughts can make us feel that we are spiralling out of control, down and down into a pit of endless worry, and when we are feeling completely spun out a sense of hopelessness can arise. When your nervous system becomes dysregulated, your logical brain will go offline to conserve its resources. This post offers some actionable strategies you can use to manage your anxious thoughts.
Read MoreTo feel fulfilled in our relationships it is crucial to understand what we need to feel loved and appreciated.
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