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Category Archives: Worklife

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Burnt Out: Supporting the Mental Health of Mental Health Nurses in Canada

February 20, 2025 mindfultherapistMental Health, Worklife, Workplace0

Imagine waking up before dawn to start your shift at a mental health facility, already feeling the weight of yesterday’s exhaustion lingering in your bones. Your day will be filled with the emotional demands of …Read More

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Quitting a Toxic Job Isn’t Weakness; It’s Self-Respect

October 10, 2024 mindfultherapistWorklife, Workplace0

I used to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment at a marketing firm. The job was demanding, with tight deadlines and an unrelenting workload. The pay was good, and I convinced myself that the stress …Read More

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Putting Mental Health First: Prioritizing Mental Well-Being at Work

October 9, 2024 mindfultherapistWorklife, Workplace0

The importance of mental health cannot be overstated. Yet, it’s often overlooked or stigmatized, leading to significant consequences for individuals and organizations alike. This blog post will delve into the critical role of mental health …Read More

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Mental Health at Work: You Are More Than a Resource

October 7, 2024 mindfultherapistWorklife, Workplace0

October 10, 2024, marks World Mental Health Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting support for those who experience them. In a world where work often takes center stage, it’s …Read More

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Overcoming Your Need for Constant Validation at Work

July 29, 2024 mindfultherapistMental Health, Worklife, Workplace0

Overcoming Your Need for Constant Validation at Work | The human desire for approval is a deeply ingrained need. We crave validation from our loved ones, colleagues, and even strangers. A pat on the back, …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

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

Assertive Communication Skills: Boost Your Self-Confidence!

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

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

Sudden Job Loss Tips: Your Emotional Survival Kit

Sudden Job Loss Tips: Your Emotional Survival Kit

May 31, 2019 Ashley Kreze, MA, RP, RCCCareer Goals, Change, Emotions, Goal Planning, Life Decisions, Motivation, Worklife, Workplace3

Let’s be honest – losing a job can wipe you out emotionally. That huge wave of sadness, anger, blame, fear, anxiety, and a whole bunch of other unpleasant feelings might be incredibly confusing and difficult …Read More

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