Some of your go-to practices may actually be spiritual bypasses. You know the tired old phrases like: “You create your reality.” “Fix your thoughts if you are in pain.” “This is all an illusion.” Why can’t we simply be more present to each other’s woundings, hold space and stand in the fire with them? Can […]
Still Single?
A common question that I get from some self-proclaimed lonely middle-aged clients goes as follows: “I’ve been single for so long even though I have always really want a committed relationship. What gives?” Over the last 30 years of working with tho To wit, if you’re getting enough of your relationship needs met in a partial […]
A Spiritual Approach To A Healthy Divorce
What will life be like without your partner? Will you find another or fly solo? Do you think unknowns seem worse than an unhappy relationship? Happily, you can empower yourself and successfully navigate this painful time. Rather than dragging the past into your next relationship, why not embrace the future with a healed, open heart, […]
Summer Berry Salad
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 1 minute Standing Time: 30 minutes Serves 8 1/3 cup water 2 tbsp stevia 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint 10 thin peeled slices fresh gingerroot 1 cinnamon stick 6 whole cloves 2 tbsp orange liqueur (optional) 4 cups whole strawberries 2 cups blueberries 2 cups raspberries In small saucepan, combine water and […]
10 Simple Child-Rearing Tips for Single Dads
Single dads are just as capable of raising children as single mothers but they face some unique challenges. For example, their social support systems may be weaker and less reliable, leading to feelings of loneliness and isolation. They also may find it tougher time to get away from work when their kids need them, like […]
Unlocking Trauma: A Therapeutic Dance with Laughter
“Any questions about the fight or flight response or our Soft Belly meditation?” I inquire, scanning the room. At the back, a tall, thin man with a round face raises his hand. He tells the group that three months ago his sister and her two children were killed in a grisly car accident, caused by […]
Nurturing the Sensitive Soul: 7 Signs That Illuminate Your Unique Sensitivity
The Sensitive Soul Throughout my own journey and clinical work as an experienced therapist, I have encountered countless individuals who, like you, have walked the path of sensitivity. Frequently, we sensitive souls have been labeled as “overly sensitive,” leaving us feeling frustrated and unheard. We possess the gift of perceiving the world in a profoundly […]
The Relationship Between Obesity and Body Image
The reason for this is that many societies today place a lot of importance on being thin. We often see images in the media of people with very thin or muscular bodies, and this can make people who don’t fit this ideal feel bad about themselves. Women, in particular, are often told that they should […]
Let’s Talk About Body Image Issues
If you’re struggling with body image issues, know that you’re not alone. Many people, both men and women, face feelings of shame and dissatisfaction with their bodies. But it doesn’t have to be that way. As a therapist who specializes in working with clients on body image issues, I want you to know that I […]
Tackling 21st-Century Sex and Relationship Issues
According to The Centre for Marriage and Family Studies, relationships end because of infidelity, lack of time spent together, challenges with extended families, communication challenges and blaming, as well as division of labour and money. Yet, sex and mismatched libidos also play a major factor in a significant number of breakups. In order for any […]