Be the buffalo. When a storm is on the horizon and imminent, buffalo, unlike most other mammals, run towards the storm. They run directly into the very centre of the discomfort. They seem to prefer to face distress head on. Minimizing the time waiting in unproductive panic. They do not avoid the inevitable or pretend it is not there. Rather … Read More
Communication. Being in a relationship and not saying what your think, want, ex…
Communication. Being in a relationship and not saying what your think, want, expect and need is like driving on a busy freeway and trying to changing lanes – without signalling. Every time you try to move you get blocked. There are incidents and accidents. You keep struggling to get where you want to go. It’s an exercise in frustration and … Read More
Maple. Not really sure what this is all about but it must feel good! #dogsofins…
Maple. Not really sure what this is all about but it must feel good! #dogsofinstagram #therapydog #therapydogsofinstagram #movement #dogwalk #anywayyouwantit Source
Decisions. We’ve never wanted more from “marriages” than we do now. Be it lega…
Decisions. We’ve never wanted more from “marriages” than we do now. Be it legally married or long term or common law, the expectations are massive. We want a soul mate, a best friend, excitement, stability, great sex, support, unconditional love. We want all our emotional and physical needs met in our marriages. Well, that’s just not realistic. Full stop. That’s … Read More
Brain health? You’ve heard all about mental health. Well, let’s talk about bra…
Brain health? You’ve heard all about mental health. Well, let’s talk about brain health. Because brain health = mental health. Sixty percent of the human brain is made of fat. So make sure you are eating well and fuelling it. And yes, your brain NEEDS carbohydrates too! Go fish oil and omega 3’s. It’s DHA’s for the win. Water is … Read More
#worldmentalhealthday This day and everyday, #mentalhealthawareness is critica…
#worldmentalhealthday This day and everyday, #mentalhealthawareness is critical. What will you do for yourself, your family and your community? Mental health is our overall psychological, emotional and social well being. It impacts everything we do, think and feel. 1 in 3 Canadians will experience mental health challenges in their lifetime. We need to administer compassion and a a higher love … Read More
Family holidays. Family based holidays. Generally, good business for therapis…
Family holidays. Family based holidays. Generally, good business for therapists follows. In all seriousness, just remember, you have some control. If nothing else, in how your react. Enjoy or tolerate it, either way, Happy Thanksgiving from Momentum Counselling. #thanksgiving #family #familytime #familydysfunction #familydynamics #counseling #counselling #therapy #bccounsellor #princegeorgebc Source
Behind this door. Healing starts here. Behind this door. In person or by v…
Behind this door. Healing starts here. Behind this door. In person or by virtual or by phone. This is where you nourish your soul. Face some demons. Share the story. Confront some fears. Change your perspective and your mind. Healing starts here. (My #saskatchewan heart loves this wreath from @dandylinespg – also a prairie soul). #counseling #counselling #therapy #therapist #couplestherapy … Read More
Be your own therapist. You can be your own coach and therapist. Here’s a few …
Be your own therapist. You can be your own coach and therapist. Here’s a few tips: 1) Ask “why”. Stop. Breath. Ask yourself gently and with compassion why you are feeling, thinking, behaving the way you are. Just let the answer land without judgement. 2) Become aware. Know your patterns. Get familiar with how you respond. Notice what you notice … Read More
Those moments. “Life is amazing. And then it’s awful. And then it’s amazing ag…
Those moments. “Life is amazing. And then it’s awful. And then it’s amazing again. And in between the amazing and awful it’s ordinary and mundane and routine. Breathe in the amazing, hold on through the awful, and relax and exhale during the ordinary. That’s just living heartbreaking, soul-healing, amazing, awful, ordinary life. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful.” L.R. Knost Find the … Read More