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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Posted on: Monday, September 30th, 2024 under blog

September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day honors the children who never returned home and the survivors of Canada’s residential school system, as well as their families and communities. Reconciliation is not just about addressing historical wrongs; it is about taking active steps toward […]

Finding Time for Each Other Amidst the Chaos

Posted on: Monday, September 16th, 2024 under blog

As the busy season gets underway, it can be tough to balance your packed schedule with finding time for your loved ones. Just like achieving a goal takes steady effort, nurturing a positive relationship to build your support system requires intention and care! Despite the whirlwind of daily responsibilities, burnout or stress, carving out time […]

Pursue Happiness

Posted on: Monday, August 19th, 2024 under blog

Have you ever determined to achieve something, worked steadily at it, and finally got it! Happiness is the same way; it can be obtained. You may have heard the saying it takes more muscles to smile than to frown. There is some work involved in being happy. And the reward is great. First, let yourself […]

Is it Possible to be Happy

Posted on: Sunday, August 4th, 2024 under blog

Have you wondered what it would take to not feel so bad? Any offering of quick and easy solutions is out of the question, because becoming happy is not an outcome or goal to be achieved in a direct way. There are many layers. It is a complicated thing. Nevertheless, it is possible to practice […]

How to Manage When a Partner is Struggling with Depression

Posted on: Monday, October 2nd, 2023 under blog

Is my partner, ok? Now that you can recognize the signs of depression, you may be wondering if your partner is struggling with it. You may be feeling frustrated that your efforts to get them going are not yielding lasting results. It feels like two steps forward and then we are right back to where […]

Is this a Phase and Will it Pass? Recognizing Adjustment vs. Depression

Posted on: Monday, September 18th, 2023 under blog

With the onset of fall and getting back to school and work cycles, there is often change in the air, in our homes and in the way we sometimes feel. Schedules move from summer’s ‘whatever happens happens’ to we have to be out of the house by 7am and not forget to feed the cat, […]

Hypnosis Continued – FAQs

Posted on: Tuesday, June 27th, 2023 under blog

Frequently Asked Questions about Hypnotherapy Does hypnotherapy work?Scientific evidence supporting the benefits of hypnotherapy has been limited but is growing.The research on hypnosis for treating pain, irritable bowel syndrome and post traumatic stressdisorder symptoms has shown strong evidence. Can anyone be hypnotized?Each person differs in their ability to be hypnotized. A person’s fears […]

Hypnosis – How it works and myths busted!

Posted on: Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 under blog

Hypnosis is a natural state of deep relaxation and focused attention into a deep state of focuswith verbal cues, repetition and imagery guided by a trained clinician or hypnotherapist. How does hypnosis work? Under hypnosis, the intense level of concentration and deep state of focus allows the individualto ignore ordinary distractions and be […]

Mental Health Awareness

Posted on: Sunday, May 14th, 2023 under blog

Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event that recognizes the importance of emotional, mental, and psychological well-being. For over two decades, this week has promoted techniques for reducing stress, highlighting the value of mental health support, and educating the public about various types of mental illness. In addition, mental health advocacy has developed over […]

Autism Awareness

Posted on: Thursday, April 13th, 2023 under blog

Every year all over the world, the month of April is observed as Autism Awareness Month. We take this time to focus on providing and sharing knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder. The goal of spreading awareness is to convey the message that people with Autism are often misread, misinterpreted and dismissed in our society when […]