Mental Health
The Power of Self Compassion
In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, self-compassion has emerged as an essential tool for navigating the difficulties of life. While the notion of being gentle and kind to ourselves may seem counterintuitive or even selfish to some, the benefits of self-compassion are far-reaching and transformative. By fostering a caring and understanding attitude towards oneself, we…
Read MoreThe Practice of Self-Care
Our society places a tremendous burden on us to be “on” at all times. We are overloaded with responsibilities at home and at work, and we care for our partners, parents, and children. In our efforts to be everything for everyone, we often push our own needs aside. When this neglect becomes routine, there can…
Read MoreCultivating resilience for mental wellbeing
COVID changed our world in a myriad of ways. It brought with it an immense amount of pressure on our mental wellbeing. Several studies show a significant rise in mental health crisis since the pandemic and many are still grappling from its impact such as dire health challenges, burnout, death of family members and friends,…
Read MoreHow Therapy Can be Beneficial for Immigrants
Immigrating to another country in search of a better life is incredibly stressful. While you may, in fact, have more access to education, healthcare and jobs, becoming part of a new culture and making a home is overwhelming to say the very least. Therapy is a wonderful way to seek some guidance and resources to…
Read MoreHow to Tell When You’re Feeling Burned Out
Many people think of burnout as simply being incredibly tired after a long week or month of work or school studies. But burnout is much more than a physical exhaustion; it has in fact been called the “triad of depersonalization, emotional exhaustion, and feelings of detachment.” Here are some additional signs of burnout: Pessimism Pessimism…
Read MoreHow to Support Your Mental Health Between Therapy Sessions
Therapy is a wonderful way to explore your inner world, process your feelings, and inspire transformation. But what my clients often tell me is that a day or so after our session, they begin to feel a little lost and anxious again. It’s important to support the progress you’ve made with your therapist in between…
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