The Stress of Thanksgiving: Navigating Family and the Holidays
The Stress of Thanksgiving: Navigating Family and the Holidays
by Riona McGrath
Thanksgiving is often painted as a warm, cozy celebration filled with gratitude, laughter, and delicious food. But for many, it’s a time of elevated stress, …Read More
FOMO Fatigue: Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out | Real Life Counselling
The fear of missing out (FOMO) has become a pervasive source of anxiety. With the constant stream of updates, notifications, and social media posts, many people feel pressured to stay engaged all the time. This …Read More
Self-Care vs. Self-Love: The Balancing Act for Parents and Young Adults
Happy International Self-Care Day! Today serves as a vibrant reminder to prioritize your well-being, but for many, especially parents and young adults, the concept of self-care can feel intertwined with self-love. While deeply connected, these …Read More
Self-Care Saviour or Selfish Sinner? Why People-Pleasers Struggle, But Shouldn’t (And How to Finally Embrace It Guilt-Free)
International Self-Care Day, celebrated on July 24th, is a vibrant reminder to prioritize our well-being. But for people-pleasers like myself, that simple notion can morph into a guilt-ridden internal battle. The second we hear “self-care,” …Read More
Unhooking from the “Yes, Ma’am”: Reclaim Your Voice and Build Healthy Relationships
Have you ever walked out of a situation feeling drained and resentful, wondering why you agreed to something in the first place? Perhaps you found yourself saying “yes” to yet another weekend obligation, dreading the …Read More
Gaslighting vs Disagreement – Understanding Emotional Manipulation
“You are overreacting.”
“You are upset over nothing.”
“I never said that. You must be confused again.”
“You sound crazy.”
Have you ever heard something like this, especially repeatedly by one person? If it resonates with you, there may …Read More
What To Do When Someone Crosses Your Boundaries (Again)
Have you ever faced a situation where someone repeatedly violated your boundaries? Just ignored the limits you have set, despite your clear communication, and crossed the line again? Frustrating, right?
Relationships are extremely important for our …Read More
Effective Boundary Setting: Master 5 Steps & Tips | Less Uncomfortable
Raise your hand if you ever tolerated someone’s unacceptable behavior and made excuses for them because you didn’t know how to react, or you were afraid that, by saying something, you would be seen as …Read More
Rethink Self-Care Ideas: 20 Simple Ways to Refresh
There’s been a lot of talk about self-care lately, and it’s for a good reason. Self-care is an essential part of managing stress and living a balanced life. But what is it exactly? For many, …Read More
Learn to Say NO: Empowerment Guide for People-Pleasers
Most of us want to be liked by other people. It feels great to know that others think good of us. However, when we believe that being liked depends on how much stuff we do …Read More