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Tough Times Call for Mindful Self-Compassion

3/19/2020

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By: Seija Grant, Med CP, RP
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​Wow! Things are feeling a little chaotic and overwhelming, and certainly anxiety-provoking out there. I am not immune to that as a therapist, and was thinking about what can be done to ease some of the mental (and physical) tension in our community.  One such skill that can be cultivated and applied during these tough times is ‘Mindful Self-Compassion’ (MSC).  I realize this may be a new concept for many of you, so I will give a brief overview of what this is and how this may be helpful during this tense time.

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Why Do We Stay When We Should Go?

11/4/2019

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The decision to stay or to go is not an easy one, and it can feel all-consuming when you are in the middle of making it.
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𝒷𝓎 Laura Groulx, BEd, MSW, RSW

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Improving Your Relationship with Food

10/30/2019

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Our relationship with food can have huge effects on the relationship we have with ourselves, and can reflect onto other aspects of our lives in either positive or negative ways.
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It's Complicated: Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationships

10/7/2019

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How do we know the difference between a rough patch in an otherwise healthy relationship, versus the emergence of toxicity?
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𝒷𝓎 Laura Groulx, BEd, MSW, RSW

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When Jealousy Hurts

10/2/2019

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You have a right to feel what you feel. You have a right to be loved, respected, and feel in control of your own life. Your partner does too.
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𝒷𝓎 Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW

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Are You the Pursuer or the Distancer?

8/22/2019

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Learn to break the pursue-withdraw pattern and replace it with a cycle that’s supportive, loving, and nurturing.   
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𝒷𝓎 Maria Drohan, AS Eng., MSW (Candidate), RSW

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How to Keep Your Relationship Alive

7/8/2019

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​We all hit a point in our relationship where we’re out of the honeymoon phase and may feel like we are stuck in a rut. Sometimes life gets busy, and you don’t set aside time for your relationship. It’s okay; this happens to everyone. So how can you connect with your partner again and regain that spark?
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𝒷𝓎 Kelly Graham, MSW, RSW

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How Yoga Can Improve Your Mental Health

6/3/2019

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Yoga is not only beneficial for physical health, it also has many qualities that can help encourage positive mental health too.
By Jennifer Robinson, MSW, RSW
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Healthy Ways to Express Emotions

10/2/2018

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By Jennifer Robinson, MSW, RSW
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Emotions are a very important component of our lives. 

​We feel different emotions throughout every single day, they influence our thoughts our behaviors, and ultimately determine our decisions. Emotions can be very helpful, they can help us to identify how we feel about a situation, a person, or a thought, however at times they can also be harmful if we don’t know how to express them in healthy ways.

These tips can help you to be more in tune with your emotions;
  1. Name the emotion/feeling: recognizing and naming the emotion can give you clarity for why you may be acting or thinking a certain way. “I feel _________”
  2. Notice how your body is reacting: With an emotion often comes physical reactions… these reactions can often help notify you when you are feeling a certain way. Learn what your warning signs may be for different emotions to help you have a better understanding of your feelings. “My stomach is in knots, I can’t focus on anything…”
  3. Accept what you are feeling: it is more helpful to confront our feelings then to avoid them. Sometimes people think acknowledging how they feel will make things worse, but it’s actually the doorway you have to pass through to find a solution.
    “It’s okay to feel like this. It will pass.”
  4. Emotional expression: releasing the feeling in a healthy way assists in letting go of difficult feelings. Really anything that allows you to push energy OUT.

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Introduction to Communicating Assertively

9/17/2018

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By Seija Grant, MEd CP, RP
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According to the dictionary, communication is a means of connection between people. However, communication is so much more complex than that. It can be direct or indirect, it can be written or oral and there can be many subtleties, variables and factors. Communication is a difficult task for many of us. Sometimes we struggle to explain ourselves, or to have others understand our feelings or needs. Sometimes we might get angry or frustrated when trying to share opinions or perspectives with others. Sometimes we keep things to ourselves for the sake of keeping the peace.  Do any of these sound familiar to you?

If so, don’t fret! The goal of effective communication is to minimize misunderstandings and overcome barriers in communicating with others. Luckily, I have some information to impart that can help you to communicate more clearly, calmly and efficiently—ultimately leading to strengthening your relationships with others.
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Assertive communication is an interaction style which can help you to ensure things are fair, that you can express yourself clearly and confidently and can actually help to build your self-esteem! This approach to communication can make it more likely to have your needs met within an interaction as you are expressing yourself in a direct manner while also being fair to others. 

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Healthy Boundaries 101

4/16/2018

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By Kristen Sohlman, HBA, MACP (Candidate), RP
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What is a boundary?

A boundary is an invisible border or limit where one person ends and the other person begins.  Boundaries are defined by our own personal limits, values, beliefs, and life experiences.  Sometimes when someone makes you feel uncomfortable or hurts you they may have crossed your personal boundary.  Boundaries teach others how much they can talk with you, how much they can touch you, or how they can treat you.  ​

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Quiz: Healthy Boundaries

4/16/2018

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By Kristen Sohlman, HBA, MACP (Candidate), RP
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Quiz: Signs of a Healthy Relationship

12/20/2017

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By Elizabeth Perzan, MSW, RSW
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Have you ever thought… Am I in a healthy relationship? If so, here is a guideline to help you find out. Keep in mind, not every box needs to be checked. This is only a list that can help you be reminded of some of the indications of a healthy relationship. 

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