Sometimes we get overwhelmed and can feel pretty stuck. Following 'the basics' can help us keep moving at a time when it's hard to do just that.
special needs, suicide, good love, and being enough.
Because someone can’t give you the good love you long for doesn’t mean it’s because you don’t deserve it. It means they struggle to give it. Because they’re people too, with their own stories and hurts and broken spaces.
Sunday night therapy.
Life is busy. Schedules are full. Sunday evening counselling appointments are now available to accommodate those who can't find another time to work on growing.
therapist in therapy.
Helpers aren't superheroes. They're people too. Thoughts from a therapist on her experience as a client in therapy.
Not everybody loves a new year. (Alternatively titled: marriage is so hard and lots of us want to quit. But please don’t throw the towel in just yet.)
So, how about this new year that's coming? Some people may be eagerly looking ahead, planning getaways, revelling in all that Christmas fun, and may be quite optimistic about the year ahead. Which is amazing. I am thrilled that this is your story. But in working as a therapist, I am confident that there are a lot of … Continue reading Not everybody loves a new year. (Alternatively titled: marriage is so hard and lots of us want to quit. But please don’t throw the towel in just yet.)
shame up, shame down
Christmas is prime time for comparing ourselves to others. How about we stop? Some thoughts on comparison and shame.
a look at us.
I don't know about you, but when I head somewhere new I tend to scout it out first. I'm a bit of an introvert, and at times new places and people can leave me feeling a bit anxious - so having a glimpse into where I'm going is always a good way to help feel more … Continue reading a look at us.
on how there are no ‘bad’ feelings. just uncomfortable ones.
Happy, excited, nervous, sad, angry, silly, lonely...these aren't good or bad, just evidence that you are a feeling person.
on how Christmas is not always wonderful.
Holidays are fast approaching. You might be delighted, but for many this season brings dread. Christmas isn't always the most wonderful time of the year.
on how a handshake can be the most important part of the day.
A morning handshake ritual may just look like a fun way to start the day, but this small act can serve to teach so much.
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