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How to Destroy Your Marriage- The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
In his study of relationships, John Gottman revealed there are 4 patterns in a relationship, that when left unchecked, can…
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples Explained
Have you ever noticed there is a pattern in the way you communicate with your partner? Perhaps you tend to be…
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Take a Deep Breath for your Mental Health
We take about 17,000 breaths each day, usually without giving the process much thought. However, just because you breathe automatically,…
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Mindfulness 101
I cannot begin to tell you how many times I’ve heard people say that they can’t meditate, or they are…
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The Problem with Individual Counselling
Are you thinking about talking to a professional? If you are, I encourage you to find the courage to make…
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The Cost of Divorce
‘Till death do us part. Most people believe when they profess their marriage vows that this is it. The hard…
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Anxiety Disorders affect 12% of Canadians in any given year: 9% men; 16% women
Every day I have the privilege of listening to people’s stories of struggle and triumph. A story that is becoming…
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Life can be different from how you are currently feeling!
What Are the Signs of Depression? Below is a list of the common signs of depression: Depressed mood Loss of…
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11 Ways to Get the Relationship You Always Wanted
Avoid what John Gottman calls The Four Horsemen: Criticism, Contempt (i.e. sarcasm, eye rolling), Defensiveness, Stonewalling (e.g. emotional cut off)…
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“Anger Dwells Only in the Bosom of Fools” (Albert Einstein)
If Einstein is correct, there must be a lot of fools out there! Anger is a normal emotion that we…
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Take Some Time for You
We live in a culture that glorifies business. Most people find themselves pulled in many different directions, wearing many hats. …
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31 percent lower divorce rate among couples that had counselling before marriage
Research has shown that a window of opportunity exists one year prior to marriage, and six months after marriage for…