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Assertive Communication Skills: Boost Your Self-Confidence!

June 25, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCSocial Skills, Career Goals, Careers, Personal Leadership, Worklife, Workplace0

“Being assertive means that you are willing to hold up for yourself fairly – without attacking others.”
– Albert Ellis

We can all think of times when our boundaries were violated but we didn’t know how to …Read More

Self-Compassion Myths Tips: Unveil Truths & Strategies

May 15, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCSelf-Compassion, Emotions, Happiness, Mindfulness0

“If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.” – Jack Kornfield

The majority of us are eager to offer kindness and compassion to other people, and value when we receive them from others. However, …Read More

Overcome Relationship Insecurity: Tips to Build Confidence

April 6, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCInsecurities, Anxiety, Couples Counselling, Dating, Relationships, Self-Esteem0

We all feel insecure from time to time in our relationships; it’s completely normal. However, some people feel like this most of the time, to the point where it becomes overly consuming for both partners. …Read More

Boost Emotional Intelligence: Why It Matters & How to Improve

Boost Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Why It Matters & How to Improve

March 30, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCPersonal Leadership, Career Goals, Emotions, Relationships, Social Skills, Worklife, Workplace1

Emotional intelligence is the capability to accurately identify and monitor your and other people’s feelings, as well as the ability to effectively manage your emotions.
You may know that general intelligence (IQ) can be important …Read More

Recover From Setbacks: 3 Quick Recovery Tips

March 15, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCStress Management, Change, Emotions, Happiness, Life Decisions, Personal Leadership, Transitions, Wellness0

We all face adversities in our lives. Stress, trauma, tragedy, health problems, and significant changes in our lives, are all difficult to experience. However, there is one quality the majority of people share to a …Read More

Live a Good Life: Insights from Positive Psychology

February 29, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCHappiness, Change, Emotions, Wellness2

Do you know what ‘positive psychology’ means?

Positive psychology as a term can be a little misleading. It might sound like encouraging you to “just be positive” and “cheer up”. However, this is not what positive …Read More