Helping a victim of domestic violence is not always easy. You may not always know what to say or do, especially if you aren’t aware of their full story and what they’ve been through. But even if you’re not sure how to help, it’s important to try. Don’t let the uncertainty of not knowing what […]
When times are tough and you’re in the midst of challenging circumstances, finding a reason to smile can seem impossible. Finding the silver lining in a tough situation is not always easy, and it can even seem hopeless in some cases. But it’s there – and finding it can help you endure and get past […]
One of the worst things about being in an abusive relationship is that you don’t always know that you’re in one. Abuse can take many forms, and it’s not always obvious to the parties involved that there’s abuse present. Abuse can also happen subtly over time, which can make it seem normal even though it’s […]
The first day of daycare can be a particularly stressful time for many children and their parents. Although some children start daycare without trouble, most young children feel anxious and distressed when they’re left on their own and separated from their parents. If you’re concerned about your young child crying and screaming when you drop […]
Negative thinking is one of the biggest obstacles to self-improvement and creating real personal change. That’s because our thoughts influence our actions, which then affects our habits and behaviours. And the more your mind is filled with negative thoughts, the less energy and mental capacity you have for creating the positive changes you want in […]
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has turned everyone’s world upside down and disrupted our lives far greater than we could have imagined. Over the past few months, we’ve been spending more time at home because of social distancing measures and quarantine guidelines. Being stuck at home for this long and spending this much […]
It’s not an exaggeration to say that the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has changed the lives of people around the world. This coronavirus is unlike anything we’ve ever seen, and it’s causing a lot of uncertainty for how we’ll live our lives these next several months ahead. It’s no wonder then that people’s stress and anxiety […]
Socially connecting with our fellow humans is not something that just adds richness to our lives, we actually need to do it. Social isolation can lead to underlying psychological issues becoming amplified or re-triggered, and it can add new psychological problems. Outcomes can include anxiety, depression, conflict, outbursts of anger, and generally responding uncharacteristically. Even […]
It can be hard to know exactly how to support or console a grieving relative or friend. You may be scared of saying the wrong thing, so you choose to stay silent instead. But this can also cause them to feel alone or neglected. The truth is there are many ways to console and support […]
Deciding to go to couples counselling is a big deal. You have chosen to invest in your relationship, and you are committed to improving it for you both. You are saying ‘this is worth fighting for’, which is to be commended. Couples counselling is a great environment where you can learn about each other and […]
