Body Image and Mental Health: Challenging Societal Norms, Fostering Self Love
The issue of body image shows up in my counselling room daily. It’s not the pain point that usually brings clients in, but it is one we more often than not uncover over the c
Stop the Social Comparison and Feel Better Without Therapy
Social comparison is one of the most insidious and destructive games we can play, and nearly always leads to a decrease in mood. It is the practice of looking at the lives of other
5 Ways To Feel Better Right Now Without Therapy: Part Two, Reframe Your Perspective
We don't see the world as it is; we see it according to our own experiences and perceptions. Your reality is different from my reality, which is different from your neighbour's rea
Why is Self-Kindness So Challenging?
Why do we find it so hard to be kind to ourselves? What is it we’re afraid of? We deprive ourselves when we make self-kindness the last thing on our agenda. And we deprive th
How to Make Peace with your Body
**Disclaimer: this article is not intended for persons dealing with eating disorders.** I’ve struggled with my body image since the age of 10. Whether I’ve actually bee
21 Simple Self-Care Strategies For Daily Living
“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” – Etty Hillesum Self-care. Few people practice it, many ov