Why is it hard to ask for help? Asking for help may come across naturally to some people but for many of us, asking for help is one of the hardest things to do. The reasons are deeper than feeling shy or awkward: Psychological: We…
We live in a society that values things that appear perfect. But as human beings, we can never reach a state of perfection because we will always be a work in progress. Perfection indicates a finality – a finished product – but we as humans…
It has been a very long year. Lockdowns and social distancing have had a profound impact on our hearts and minds. But thankfully, we are beginning to return to some kind of normal. While many people are jumping for joy with the idea of taking…
If you are feeling exhausted and even simple tasks feel overwhelming to complete or you find yourself quick to get stressed, angry or frustrated, you might be experiencing burnout. Whether it is from working more than one job, taking care of a sick loved one,…
The old saying goes, “Into every life a little rain must fall.” Stress is like rain. A little of it can be a good thing. But too much can cause havoc. Our bodies are designed to handle a little bit of acute or sudden stress.…
We live in a society that rewards those with courage and valour. We are taught from a young age that it’s good to face our fears, for doing so is often the catalyst for powerful and lasting change. And yet, how many of us allow…
