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Why Fall Walks with Friends Are the Perfect Boost for Your Mental Health

ImageNovember 1, 2025 mindfultherapistMental Health, Relaxation Techniques, Social Skills0

Why Fall Walks with Friends Are the Perfect Boost for Your Mental Health
by Riona McGrath
 

As the air cools and the leaves begin to change, there’s something undeniably therapeutic about stepping outside for a walk or …Read More

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Spreading Kindness, Canadian Style: Making a Difference in Your Community

February 16, 2025 mindfultherapistMental Health, Social Skills, Wellness0

Picture this: You’re walking down the street, feeling a bit overwhelmed by the rush of the world around you. Then, out of nowhere, a stranger stops to help you pick up something you’ve dropped, or …Read More

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Breaking the Mould: Celebrating Love Beyond Traditional Valentine’s Day in Canada

February 14, 2025 mindfultherapistCouples Counselling, Dating, Holidays, Marriage, Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Care, Social Skills0

Picture this: it’s February 14th, and you’re scrolling through your social media feed, watching everyone post pictures of their extravagant gifts, candlelit dinners, and overly romantic moments. Meanwhile, you’re left feeling pressured to come up …Read More

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Healing After Bullying: Rebuilding Confidence and Self-Worth

November 18, 2024 mindfultherapistChildren, Social Skills0

Bullying is an all-too-common experience that leaves lasting emotional scars on those who endure it. From childhood through adulthood, people can face bullying in various forms, including physical, verbal, emotional, and even cyberbullying. The effects …Read More

Emotional Intelligence Strategies: Boost Your EQ

Emotional Intelligence Strategies: Boost Your EQ

June 12, 2023 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCEmotions, Relationships, Social Skills2

In the modern world, emotional intelligence is highly in demand for both personal development and the improvement of existing skills.In the dynamic realm of human interactions, it can be quite easy to find ourselves immersed …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

What To Do When Someone Crosses Your Boundaries (Again)

What To Do When Someone Crosses Your Boundaries (Again)

June 6, 2022 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCBoundaries, Personal Leadership, Relationships, Social Skills2

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

Effective Boundary Setting: Master 5 Steps & Tips | Less Uncomfortable

November 21, 2021 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCBoundaries, Relationships, Social Skills, Stress Management, Worklife1

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

Repair Relationship Post-Fight: Effective Tips for Reconciliation

Repair Relationship Post-Fight: Effective Tips for Reconciliation

September 27, 2021 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCRelationships, Couples Counselling, Dating, Emotions, Marriage, Social Skills2

So, you and your partner just had a fight. Maybe it was around a small issue, maybe it was over something big, and maybe it was a perpetuating argument that has been repeating for months …Read More

How To Become More Assertive: An In-Depth Guide

How To Become More Assertive: An In-Depth Guide

September 29, 2020 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCPersonal Leadership, Social Skills, Worklife0

Assertive communication involves expressing your thoughts and feelings, your wants and needs in a direct and respectful way, knowing at the same time, that others have the same right. Assertiveness helps us be open in …Read More

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