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Energy – Finding the Balance
This blog examines the critical role of energy in our lives, exploring its physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. It discusses the zero-energy universe theory and the importance of energy balance to prevent chronic illness and improve life quality.
Spring – A Lesson of Transition
In this week's post, I delve into the heart of these transitions, exploring how both the expected and the unexpected changes offer us unique opportunities for deep, meaningful healing. From the subtle shifts that each new day brings to the more profound, life-altering events we sometimes face, there is always a chance to grow, to heal, and to emerge stronger.
Winter is for Hibernation
Practical tips for conserving and generating energy during the coldest months. Learn how to adapt to winter's pace, from understanding the benefits of a state akin to bears' torpor to embracing the joy of cozy indoor activities.
Thriving Goals: More Than Just Resolutions
As the new year unfolds, many of us set resolutions, intentions, or select a guiding word. It's a time of beginnings and an opportunity to reflect and reset.
But did you know that the second Friday in January is the “quit date”?
Thriving During the Holiday Season
As I prepared to write this blog on thriving during the holidays, I realized my advice would have followed the same pattern. So, whether you find the holidays overwhelming or like everything in holiday lights, this is how to thrive this time of year.
Christmas: A Time For Books
Giving books as a gift is an art – they can be for fun, a shared experience, a way of saying to someone you love, “I see you.” If you are looking for a beautiful gift this holiday season, these may be great for…
Thriving in Chaos is here!
It is not easy to put yourself in the center of your daily activities. There is always so much to do. My book is an attempt to look at life from various perspectives so that we continue to grow and thrive in the chaos of day-to-day life.
We ARE the Village
It is always important to know who we can count on. Even if you think you’re handling life just fine alone, it’s so much easier when you have people in your corner.
How do you identify your village and support systems?
Fiction, Stories Of Real Life
I get that lost in stories now. It takes me out of my current day responsibilities and into the story, skipping time. Here are my 5 favourite stories to revisit during the summer.
Self-Care: It’s not what you think
Traditional self-care can be hard to fit into everyday life. This blog takes a look at how you can adopt new forms of self-care to your summer.
Integrating Our Stories: From Pain to Healing
When I tell people that my therapy practice centers around trauma and grief, there is inevitably a story that longs to be shared. I want to hear people’s stories—they’re a core part of the person they’ve become.
SMALL is a Trauma Response
Small means “I keep to myself, especially when I feel uncomfortable.” However, connection and support are what really help in these scenarios. Knowing your reaction to stressful circumstances is only the first step. Here is how to navigate asking for help if being small is one of your trauma responses.
All or nothing. That is the question.
Here are a few things to consider, if you’re finding yourself stuck in an all or nothing mindset in certain areas of your life, and what to do about it.
How your state of mind helps change habits
Our brains are pretty amazing. Every thought and emotion, all our language and problem-solving abilities, and even our instincts come from our brains.
Hitting the ‘Resolutions’ Wall
Knowing the stages of change may help you keep your new years resolutions, if you can take the proper steps to create long-lasting changes in your lifestyle.
Self-care: Is it worth it?
Until we shift our idea of ‘fitting self-care in’ to making it a foundational part of our lives, it may always be the last thing we think about and the first thing to go when we’re feeling overwhelmed.
Thriving in Chaos – The Book!
It is not easy to put yourself in the center of your daily activities. There is always so much to do. My book is an attempt to look at life from various perspectives so that we continue to grow and thrive in the chaos of day-to-day life.
Angry Fat Girl
Her name was Margaret. She came to me in a dream. She was tall, and fat, and very angry. I was taking her to therapy.
Morning coffee
As a new entrepreneur, I was looking for daily routines that would keep me focused. Morning coffee became part of beginning the day with something stronger than tea, which helps set the tone.
I Know I’m in There Somewhere
Connecting to our inner voice, our authentic self, is what Oprah calls an ‘ah-ha!’ moment. You may not even be able to explain it. Yet you know it is true for you.