Marianne Wylie

MSW, RSW, Writer

I truly believe that knowledge is power. When we understand why we feel and think the way that we do or learn how to cope effectively it often improves self-confidence and gives a personal sense of empowerment. I look at my own experiences, and that of people around me and my clients and see how some information can make a big difference. That is why I took such as strong interest in the areas of trauma, mental health and substance use counselling. These are areas that are often not well understood and even less understood together. When I share what I heave learned in my writing and know that I can help others who could use the information it feels like such a reward and that feels good.

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Smile! It’s Contagious.

A smile goes a long way – not just for other people, but for the person smiling too.
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𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

From a Friend to a Friend: On Your Choice to Prioritize Yourself

When we allow ourselves to engage in self-care, we model to others that self-care is healthy, important and does not need to come with guilt.
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𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

Never Argue Again: 3 Tips to Calm the Next Argument

Avoid the next argument with these simple tips for diffusing a disagreement.
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𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

When Jealousy Hurts

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​

What’s Your Balance?

Life is rarely a perfect balance and is ever changing. Check-in with yourself and see what area could benefit from your attention.
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𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

​Building a Sense of Belonging Through Community

Having a sense of community where you feel supported and can rely on others when needed acts as a buffer to the stresses and challenges that life can bring.
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3 Quick Parenting Tips That Have a Lasting Impact

The hardest part of implementing parenting strategies that will work is to be consistent with them.

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What’s with all the Busyness?

Check-in with yourself from time to time and see if you would benefit from slowing down.

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Questioning?

Questioning is a normal part of the process of coming to a deeper understanding of who you are, and how you relate to others.

𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

3 Tips to Become Your Own Best Friend

Feeling comfortable and happy with who you are can enrich your life and even improve your overall mental well-being and relationships with others. Here are 3 tips to start building a healthy relationship with yourself!

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How to Support a Partner Who is a Survivor of Sexual Abuse

​Learning that your partner has experienced sexual abuse can be devastating. No one wants anyone they care about to be harmed.

𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

Warning Signs for an Incoming Addiction Relapse

Do you find yourself in a pattern of promising yourself that you won’t use or drink again but then find you have slipped again and again? Feeling discouraged? It might be helpful to get to know your signs of an incoming relapse or slip.

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Take a Worry Break

Here are 4 steps to improve your mental health by easing your mind of worry so that you can enjoy the here and now.

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What are your emotions telling you?

All emotions are equally relevant and important. They are there for a reason.

𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​

Can’t Stop Worrying? Worry Constructively!

If you are finding that your worries just won’t let up, it might be that you actually need to allow the worry, but in a constructive way.

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Yes, 1 Person CAN Make a Difference

Like an individual, a community’s mental health can be affected by grief, financial hardships, and traumas.

𝒷𝓎​ Marianne Wylie, MSW, RSW​