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
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
Trauma in relationships. In more ways than one childhood trauma can impact your…
Trauma in relationships. In more ways than one childhood trauma can impact your adult relationships. Never feeling safe, endless nervousness, conflict avoidance, fear of being abandoned, negative bias, unhealthy behaviours, unmanageable emotions, boundary violations, scarcity mindset, sexual challenges and constant worry – to name a few. When we are children we learn the necessary psychological survival skills. These almost never … Read More
New Year 2023 Realign: ~verb: To change or restore to a different or forme…
New Year 2023 Realign: ~verb: To change or restore to a different or former position or state. To change one’s position or attitude with regard to (a person, organization, or cause). What do you need to realign so that life can lived in alignment with your values, beliefs, goals, dreams and desires? Realign. It’s a verb. An action word. Are … Read More
The over thinker. Overthinking involves thinking about a certain topic or situ…
The over thinker. Overthinking involves thinking about a certain topic or situation excessively, analyzing it for long periods of time. When you overthink, you have a hard time getting your mind to focus on anything else. Often cited as a loop, it is almost always unproductive. Many believe that overthinking is a benefit since it involves looking at an issue … Read More