We encounter loss in all sorts of ways…the death of a loved one, the end of a friendship, the loss of a job… One that we often experience is the loss of a pet, either through death or the end of a relationship–and the grief that comes from this

The Benefits (and Challenges) of Slowing Down

Nov 23rd, 2020 7m 44s

Part of self-care is giving ourselves permission to slow down. But what does “slowing down” look like? I suggest that it will look different for everyone and that there is no shortage of resources to help us find our way.

I’m Spinning…and So Is Everyone Else

Nov 9th, 2020 8m 5s

People who know me, are aware that I’m an avid wool spinner and knitter…but when I’m talking about “I’m Spinning…” in this episode’s title, I’m not talking about the wool I’m playing with because of extra time at home, I’m talking about my head

The Precariousness of Balance…Especially During Covid-19

Oct 26th, 2020 6m 48s

Balance is a topic that has been coming up a lot recently, both personally and with clients. During this time of Covid-19, many of us are trying to figure out how to juggle the reality of daily existence while not knowing what is coming next du

The Journey, and Anxiety, Continues

Oct 12th, 2020 7m 4s

It has been quite a journey. Who knew that when our daily lives underwent an abrupt change in mid-March that we, now staring at mid-Fall, would still be adjusting to a world with COVID-19.

Are You Laughing? Humour and Health

Sep 28th, 2020 5m 39s

Humour is a funny thing (no pun intended!). What one person thinks is hilarious, another person barely breaks a smile. What counts as humour in one culture is seen as insulting in another.Not only is humour tricky, but we also hold certain b

When Life Throws You a Curve Ball.

Sep 14th, 2020 7m 18s

You don’t have to do it all. Sometimes life throws us a curveball. Maybe we have been diagnosed with a serious illness. Our partner has ended the relationship or died. Something else happens, and we suddenly find ourselves living alone and s

Looking for Patience in a Fast-Paced World

Aug 31st, 2020 8m 33s

Never cut a tree down in the wintertime. Never make a negative decision in the low time. Never make your most important decisions when you are in your worst moods. Wait. Be patient. The storm will pass. The spring will come. Robert H. Schu

Boundaries Are Your Friend

Aug 17th, 2020 10m 20s

For anyone who has had to deal with a troublesome nearby resident, they can understand the truth in the old saying “Good fences make good neighbours.” Just as a fence is a physical boundary that allows for privacy and controlled interactions, e

Core Beliefs…We’ve All Got Them!

Aug 3rd, 2020 6m 46s

Core beliefs are the very essence of how we see ourselves, other people, the world, as well as the future. Our core beliefs then inform how we operate in the world.

Let’s Go Fishing…and Learn Something

Jul 20th, 2020 4m 51s

“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”….MaimonidesWhen we are able to feed ourselves, whether by growing, fishing, hunting or foraging; there is a confidence that comes from knowing

Relax! You’re Ok Just As You Are…

Jul 6th, 2020 5m 19s

The message we often get from media is that we’re not wonderful in our current form. There are times when we need to make changes in order to take care of ourselves. If we have reached an unhealthy weight or need to improve our interpersonal s

The Editing of Address Books

Jun 22nd, 2020 7m 8s

As we continue our practice of physical distancing and social isolation during this time of COVID-19, certain things are obvious…we miss seeing our friends and family members in-person; Zoom parties have lost their novelty, and many of us feel

Resilience–A Gift From Hard Times

Jun 10th, 2020 6m 54s

What is psychological resilience? The American Psychological Association (2017) defines resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress.” It’s our ability to pick

Becoming a Wild Human

May 18th, 2020 8m 37s

Who doesn’t love wild fairy tales? These stories have been a mainstay of many a child’s bedtime routine–introducing us to mythic characters while teaching life lessons from the safety of our pillows.

Love in the Time of COVID-19

May 4th, 2020 3m 48s

So, in this swirl of anxiety, thoughts, fears and negative images; how will I cope?And the Globe & Mail article I reference - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-tips-for-managing-anxiety-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/

Are You Ready to Change? Let’s Find Out!

Apr 20th, 2020 11m 26s

One of the concepts in Buddhism is that ‘everything changes…nothing stays the same’. While I have found this to be true, change can come in different ways. Sometimes it’s foisted upon us, and sometimes we are the initiators.The focus of this

Is This Normal?

Apr 6th, 2020 11m 2s

Individually, we often come up with our personal idea of normal by looking and comparing ourselves to others. That’s how we determine what is the standard or regular pattern. However, what happens when what we are experiencing is unlike that

Once We’re Gone…

Mar 23rd, 2020 7m 7s

Unless we are presented with an opportunity to think about our own death (a diagnosis, loss of a loved one, serious car accident), it isn’t something that most of us want to spend time doing. If left to our own devices, we tend to imagine that

The Path to Forgiveness

Mar 9th, 2020 8m 21s

Let's explore the concept of forgiveness…What is it? Who benefits? Why is it important? And, most importantly, how do we do it?

Comings and Goings…The Circle of Life

Feb 24th, 2020 10m 17s

People come and go in our lives for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it’s because we meet a new friend, or a relationship ends. Maybe we’re the ones coming and going as we change jobs or move to a new city. At some point, our entrances and ex

The Ground Beneath Our Feet: Coping with Grief and Loss

Feb 13th, 2020 5m 43s

One of the great illusions that we hang on to as humans is that the earth beneath our feet is solid. However, science, and our awareness of earthquakes, and erupting volcanoes, tells us that this isn’t true. Yet, we trust in the illusion bec

Grief: What's the Rush

Jan 6th, 2020 10m 43s

Today's podcast talks about the nature of "closure" and the grief journey.

Art Therapy and Mental Health…Have you Doodled Today?

Dec 9th, 2019 7m 23s

The Canadian Association of Art Therapy describes art therapy as “the combination of the creative process and psychotherapy, facilitating self-exploration and understanding. Using imagery, colour and shape as part of this creative therapeutic p