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Category Archives: Friendships

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The Dance of Attachment: How Your Early Experiences Shape Your Adult Relationships

June 21, 2024 mindfultherapistFriendships, Marriage, Relationships0

Have you ever felt like you’re constantly locked in a frustrating dance with your relationships? Perhaps you find yourself clinging tightly to partners, fearing abandonment, or pushing them away just as things start to get …Read More

Gaslighting vs Disagreement - Understanding Emotional Manipulation

Gaslighting vs Disagreement – Understanding Emotional Manipulation

December 26, 2022 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCRelationships, Boundaries, Couples Counselling, Friendships, Social Skills3

“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

Beyond Just Positive: Navigating Toxic Positivity

Beyond Just Positive: Navigating Toxic Positivity

November 24, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCEmotions, Friendships, Relationships, Self-Compassion, Stress Management, Wellness0

“Everything happens for a reason”

“It could be worse”

“Delete the negativity”

“Just don’t think about it”

“Never give up!”

You’ve certainly said or heard some of these phrases before. It’s fairly common, and people who say them usually have …Read More

Flirting Styles Psychology: Unraveling the Art in Our Gestures

Flirting Styles Psychology: Unraveling the Art in Our Gestures

LinkDecember 6, 2016 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCDating, Friendships, Relationships, Social SkillsLeave a comment0

Flirting is defined as “to act as if one is sexually attracted to another person, usually in a playful manner”. Flirting is a behavior that both men and women can use freely to show interest …Read More

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6 Tips for Shy People to Make New Friends

November 17, 2015 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCFriendships, Self-Compassion, Self-Esteem, Social SkillsLeave a comment0

6 Tips for Shy People to Make New Friends

Visualize a Positive Outcome
Turn Self-Talk to Positive
Do something uncomfortable and get out of your comfort zone. Just Do It!
Ask Questions
Remind Yourself Of …Read More

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How to Reduce Stress Over Christmas and Holidays

November 17, 2015 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCBoundaries, Change, Family, Friendships, Happiness, Self-Compassion, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Stress ManagementLeave a comment0

How to Reduce Stress Over Christmas and Holidays
Cold weather ✔
Snow ✔
2013 coming to an end ✔
Deadlines approaching ✔
More family time ✔
More commitments ✔
Season of giving ✔
…as you know, the list keeps running. Most of our …Read More

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Jennifer Lawrence and Social Anxiety

November 17, 2015 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCAnxiety, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Friendships, Insecurities, Mindfulness, Relationships, Self-Compassion, Self-Esteem, Social SkillsLeave a comment0

Social Anxiety and Its Prevalence
According to Statistics Canada, social anxiety is one of the most common anxiety disorders. Social anxiety is
“a disorder characterized by a fear of situations in which there is potential for …Read More

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Are you ready for LOVE?

November 17, 2015 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCCouples Counselling, Dating, Emotions, Friendships, MarriageLeave a comment0

Finding Healthy, Lasting Love: What the Research Says
So many of us long for a relationship that feels steady, safe, and deeply fulfilling; and yet, finding that kind of love can feel incredibly discouraging at times. …Read More

How to Improve Your Romantic Relationship

VideoNovember 17, 2015 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCBoundaries, Change, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Couples Counselling, Dating, Family, Friendships, Marriage, RelationshipsLeave a comment0

I’m eager to share a link by Brendon Burchard, who is one of the leading speakers and experts in personal development and motivation. In his video, titled “How To Improve Your Relationship”, he discusses a …Read More

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