What is the Prevalence of Divorce in Canada? Divorce and separation have become increasingly common phenomena in Canadian society, reflecting changes in social norms, values, and legal frameworks regarding marriage and family life. These changes have profound implications not just for the individuals directly involved but also for their children, whose experiences and perceptions of…

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The heart can take and transform anything – think about it… what we are on the level of our heart has the ability to clean, refine and reconfigure us into what we were meant to be; real humans – beings of love.Imagine that you were able to be love in the face of anything. That…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of personal and professional development, the role of a life coach has become increasingly significant. Life coaching, once perceived as a luxury or an ambiguous service, is now recognized for its profound impact on individuals seeking to enhance their lives. Here are seven compelling reasons why working with a life…

That’s a question Dr. Gayle MacBride gets from time to time, so she put together some thoughts to help guide people in similar situations.  Becoming friends with an ex’s new partner is very tricky and for the most part isn’t something that people do for all the reasons you can imagine: This is emotionally complex and will…

A client recently asked Dr. Gayle MacBride about Cameron Diaz’s comment about sleeping in separate bedrooms. Here’s Dr. MacBride’s response. A growing number of Americans are choosing to sleep separately. There can be some benefits to this arrangement, but there can also be a cost associated with it.  The benefit of sleeping in separate rooms may include getting…

Recently Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked that very question. Here’s her response: Getting unstuck can be tricky. The best way I navigate this is: Take a moment to listen to my self-talk – really listen. This is the step that I find most people skip. If I can identify what my internal dialogue is saying, I can…

Recently Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked that very question. Here’s her response: The “boyfriend effect” is real.  Gen Z doesn’t have a lock on this effect, they just have social media platforms to talk about it.  We have long known that when people get into committed relationships they tend to dress down a bit, gain weight, and…

Recently Dr. Gayle MacBride was interviewed by Beth Ann Mayer from Parade magazine, about that very topic. Here’s a link to that article. And, here’s her longer response: Learning how to politely disagree is important for healthy relationships and positive self-esteem.  Being able to communicate effectively contributes to healthy relationships, constructive problem-solving and positive self-worth. Here are some key reasons why it’s important:…

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