Self care is the ultimate buzz word in therapy. We are bombarded with reminders to practice self care as a coping skill, to decrease stress, to recharge our batteries. But what actually constitutes self care? Visions of spa days and yoga classes come to mind, but seem out of reach for a typical day as…
One of the many things untreated trauma impacts is your ability to tolerate making mistakes. This reaction happens because past trauma can cloud you. So mistakes & failures FEEL scary, unsafe, & catastrophic (even when they FACTUALLY aren’t). Check out this week’s blog to learn more about how to tap into the wisdom of making…
Do you feel like your teenager shuts you out, ignores you, or even hates you at times? Is it hard to have a conversation or do you feel like you can’t get them to open up? If you’re feeling this way, it probably isn’t your imagination. For many parents, this happens during the adolescence period…
Anxiety in teenagers can look different from kids and adults. It can be hard to notice it in teens because they are good at hiding their feelings, and symptoms can also vary from person to person. Some teens might hide their feelings while others lash out or act irritable. And oftentimes, anxiety can lead to…
Do you ever wonder what a real vacation looks like? Have you ever taken the kind of vacation that you really need? Well, I sometime wonder why our time away has to look like what we see on television or what we hear our co- workers say as they make their Disney reservations for the…
Do you ever wonder what a real vacation looks like? Have you ever taken the kind of vacation that you really need? Well, I sometime wonder why our time away has to look like what we see on television or what we hear our co- workers say as they make their Disney reservations for the…
Take care of your appearance. Smile and look people in the eye. Give genuine compliments to others. Know your strengths. Accept your imperfections.
I attended a book talk by James Clear on his book ‘Atomic Habits’ at the Rotman School here in Toronto in December 2019. The following post is my highlight notes of the event. ”Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” – James Clear A New Take…
Are you struggling? “Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Don’t be afriad to ask for help when you need it. I do that every day. Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength. It shows you have the courage to admit when you don’t know something, or can’t do…
Life and Truth Lessons with SAGENEL © The Birthday Edition. 1) Respect is not Age Bound, It’s Human Bound. 2) If foolishness abides in a place, it’s probably because there is an Opportunity for God’s Wisdom to be shown through you. Don’t lose that Opportunity. 3) Many Christians still miss the point of what Jesus…