I Never Met a Change I Didn’t Like…Except That One.
I know you know the one. The change that rocked your world upside down. Maybe you’re still living in its shadow. Maybe the shadow went inside and you can’t figure out how to hide from it, run from it, embrace it, throw it away, shake it off, make it stop; make it go away. But it won’t.
The Benefits of Art Therapy
Creating art has always been something that has helped me through challenging times. Not only as a way of expressing emotion, but also to uncover hidden feelings. If we delve into the aspects of why art can have a positive effect on the mental health of individuals, it will become apparent why art as a therapeutic modality can benefit both children (Malboeuf-Hurtubise, et al., 2021) and adults (Moula, 2024; Sheridan & Van Lith, 2024).
Morning Routine
A morning routine refers to a habitual practice one goes through at the start of the day; it's the first hit of dopamine our brain receives. Dopamine plays a significant role in many areas of our human lives; as a hormone, a part of the brain's reward system, it impacts pleasure and drive.
Bridging the Gap: Self-Awareness
One of the most critical roles self-awareness plays is in helping us recognize whether our behaviors align with our values and long-term goals. When there’s a mismatch between what you truly want and how you’re behaving, it can lead to feelings of frustration, dissatisfaction, or even anxiety.
Recognizing Trauma in Children and How to Support Them
When a child goes through a traumatic event, they can experience very strong emotions and physical reactions. These reactions may resolve in the weeks that follow or they may be complicated by individual or situational factors such as family/peer support, personal coping skills, family history, or previous trauma.
Why Do We Mimic Facial Expressions?
Facial mimicry is an automatic response where we unconsciously replicate the facial expressions of those around us. This response is deeply rooted in the brain’s mirror neuron system.
Change in the Unknown
Recently I was asked if people could change. Certainly, I thought. I’ve changed this sentence structure to place the subject into anonymity; a passive construction that most people wouldn’t pick up on
The First Year of Life: A Journey of Mental, Physical, and Emotional Growth in Babies
The first year of a child’s life is an incredible period marked by rapid development across physical, cognitive, and emotional domains. Understanding this growth can help parents and caregivers suppor
Self-love is not Selfish
Do you remember being asked about things you love about yourself but having nothing or minimum things to say? However, you feel more comfortable counting things you love about others. Growing up in an
The Benefits of Counselling for Individuals with ADHD
The Benefits of Counselling for Individuals with ADHDAs someone who frequently works with young adults who have a disability, I have often encountered persons who have experienced challenges due to At
Navigating the Complexities of Modern Dating
Discover how to navigate dating and relationships with a grounded approach
Being Aware of Your Social Battery
Discover how to balance time for yourself and relationships