5 Ways to Reset and Start Anew Today
September is a great time to reset and start anew. Most people wait for the new year, but the fall is just as good a time as any. As summer days get shorter and pumpkin spice lattes make their way back into coffee shops (and your stomach!), students everywhere are preparing for the start of […]
Do you normalize mistreatment?
You might and not even know it Do you have a loved one (e.g., partner, parent, friend, family member) who does or says things to you that you don’t like, but you don’t do anything about it? Do you excuse their poor behaviour by saying things like, “Sometimes you have to look beyond the behaviour […]
Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Celebrate Women
Written By: Dr. Gloria Lee, Registered Psychologist My mom’s birthday happens to fall on International Women’s Day, March 8. How befitting. When I think about her life journey, she has really paved the way for the women in my family. Mom is the eldest of 11 children. She grew up in poverty. Because of life […]
How to Celebrate Women Through Self-Care
Written By: Dr. Nardeen Awadalla, Registered Psychologist What does celebrating women look like? If you are a woman, how do you celebrate yourself? If you are a person that cares about a woman, how do you celebrate her? International Women’s Day recognizes the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. We can all agree […]
How Digital Literacy Can Support Women’s Safety, Health and Wellbeing
Written By: Isabel Bleim, Registered Clinical Counsellor The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is “DigitALL: innovation and technology for gender equality.” There is no question that technology plays a crucial part in our everyday lives. And there is no doubt that a digital divide exists between the haves and the have-nots. The pandemic demonstrated […]
Spark Up Your Relationship: The Secret to Long-Lasting Romance
Written By: Leah Liu, MCP, Registered Clinical Counsellor As February approaches, Valentine’s Day is on the horizon. Have you thought about what gifts you want to give and receive from your partner? Or are you planning a romantic dinner? But how long can a romantic day keep the spark alive? According to Dr. John Gottman, […]
Me Time For Us: How Self-Care Can Save Your Relationship
Written By: Gary Hayre, MCP, Registered Clinical Counsellor The holidays have just passed and with Valentine’s Day coming up, there’s a good chance you haven’t had much time to focus on yourself. There can be lots to do for others, so you may sometimes forget about what you need. When you neglect your needs, this […]
How to Beat Insomnia
Written by: Dr. Michael Mandrusiak, PsyD, Registered Psychologist An Insomnia Story Demi is a fast-paced professional who juggles work and family and still manages to stay on top of her game. A recent and exciting career change is nothing unusual for her, but three weeks into the new gig she experiences three nights of difficulty […]
5 Secrets to Achieving your New Year’s Resolution
Written By: Dr. Gloria Lee, Registered Psychologist Many of you set new year’s resolutions and have great hopes of changing and improving yourself. However, most people give up shortly after the new year has just begun. By the end of January, 55-75% fail to achieve their resolution. The number keeps dropping rapidly over the year […]
How to Take the Stress Out of the Holiday Season!
Written By: Dr. Gloria Lee, Registered Psychologist As you are prepping for the holiday season, some of you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the hustle and bustle of this month. You’re busy buying and wrapping gifts, baking cookies, attending office parties, showing up for your kids’ Christmas concert, putting up Christmas decorations, […]
