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The Benefit of Laughter
Did you know that healthy children can laugh 400 times in a day but adults only average 15 times? It seems that we all need more laughter in our lives. But, does it really matter? Is laughter the best medicine? The Benefit of Laughter Well, research indicates that...
Befriend your Nervous System
Our brain is wired to constantly scan for potential dangers and safety in our surroundings, even if we do so without realizing it. We read thousands of social cues when we interact with others, such as facial expressions, voice tones, body language, and more....
Re-entering the Outside World
Travelling post-Covid In the 2015 movie “Room”, based on the novel by Emma Donoghue, a mother and her son Jack are held captive in a single-room outbuilding for nearly seven years. During this time, “Ma” works to keep her son healthy and happy by structuring their...
Five Elements for a Happier and Healthier You
We all are unique and have our preferences and things that we like and dislike, yet I am sure we all would rather have a positive mindset, clear focus and good physical health. Therefore, this month we invite you to celebrate wellbeing by stepping up self-care and...
The Power of Belief
In this short 10 minute video The Power of Belief Eduardo Briceno explains how failure is the way to the greatest success. He explains that the way we understand our intelligence and abilities deeply impacts our success.
How Meditation Helps Relieve Pain
How meditation helps relieve pain is now a modern approach to relieve pain. It does not matter what sort of pain you experience, pain is very unpleasant and something you all want to avoid. If you suffer from chronic
Nonviolent Communication
Healthy, productive communication is crucial to keep any relationship strong. Dr. John Gottman, the renowned psychologist and relationship researcher, determined that there are four kinds of communication habits that are the most destructive and biggest...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Story of Your Life
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Story of Your Life The topic of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can seem cold and complex on the surface. In a broad, clinical sense it refers to a category of psychological treatment methods that aim to change our patterns of...
7 Weird and Fun Ideas to Deal with Stress
April is Stress Awareness Month, although every month in the last couple of years has made us aware of stress in one way or another. So whether we like it or not, tress is an integral part of our daily life. And we all have been doing a great job navigating...
Say No To Emotional Blackmail
Are you always a “Yes” person? If the answer is yes, maybe you will realize people around you always ask you to do something for them and you are the one who doesn't know how to say no. If you don’t do what other people ask then you might feel very guilty and...
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence The concept of emotional intelligence is different from other, more traditional concepts of intelligence. It refers to our ability to identify, manage, and respond appropriately to emotions in ourselves and others. Emotional intelligence is...
Online Therapy – Are there any Benefits?
There is good in every human being, no matter how bad the nightly news reports demonstrate. There is good in you and me. Although at times we may doubt that to be true.
Far from Home: Dealing with Homesickness
Homesickness is often dismissed as a childish emotion associated with kids leaving home for the first time. While it is a common experience, it isn’t childish or foolish to be homesick. During this pandemic, the yearning for home has been felt more intensely as travel...
Spiralling: Breaking the Cycle of “What Ifs”
During particularly difficult times, people can find themselves feeling stuck within a cycle of worry. Thinking about the worst-case scenario and asking yourself, “what if this really happens?” can trigger a never-ending list of follow up worries and doubts. This is...
Negative Emotions can be Good for You
“How can I get rid of those negative feelings and just be happy?” I have often heard this question asked by clients. We live in a culture that tells everyone to pursue happiness by eliminating negative feelings, staying positive. If you feel depressed, society will...