Self Regulation
There is a Native American story called "The Two Wolves." It starts with an old Cherokee telling his grandson about a battle that often goes on inside people. He says, "My son, the fight is between two wolves. One is evil. It is angry, envious, jealous,...
10 Tips to Reduce Stress
Live Happier and Healthier: 10 Tips to Reduce Stress Lynda Monk March 1, 2016 According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada (January 2015), stress and stress-related illnesses are on the rise. Stress is so commonplace in our fast-paced society that it seems like...
Impostor Syndrome
THE IMPOSTOR SYNDROME Impostor syndrome can be defined as a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist even in face of information that indicates that the opposite is true. It is experienced internally as chronic self-doubt, and feelings of intellectual...
Addiction
What Is Addiction? Addiction is a condition that results when a person ingests a substance (e.g., alcohol, cocaine, nicotine) or engages in an activity (e.g., gambling, sex, shopping) that can be pleasurable but the continued use/act of which becomes compulsive and...
Worrying
Worry How many thoughts do we have a day? Some studies have placed the number at 50000, others as high as 80000. Most of these thoughts are negative, repetitive, and serve no real purpose. It is no secret that your thoughts influence your effectiveness and your...
Cognitive Distortions
Cognitive Distortions Worrying is not a solution to problems, but rather a non-productive way of thinking. Many individuals often confuse worrying with planning; however planning produces actions while worrying produces more anxiety. Worrying is often the result of...
Typical Teenage Angst or Adolescent Anxiety?
I don’t think it’s any secret that many of this generation’s adolescents are suffering. Many describe chronic worry, paralyzing fear of social situations and inability to manage the daily pressures of school, sports, and planning for their educational future. This...
How to Find a Therapist
Each mental health professional, therapist, counsellor or doctor brings different training, experience, insights, and character to the table. How can you find a therapist who is right for you? Take heart, for the search will be worth the effort. "A good therapist,...