Zenful Counselling and Yoga

Zenful Counselling and Yoga Facilitating holistic healing to help you connect with your highest self.

Melissa is a Licensed Counselling Therapist (LCT) and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) in Fredericton, NB. She is client centered and helps facilitate integration of the mind, body and soul with the goal of wholeheartedness using her knowledge as a yoga teacher and reiki energy healer. Both in-person and virtual appointments are accessible and Melissa is currently accepting new clients!

11/16/2025

Snow days are quiet boundary days.

Out here, every snowflake is a reminder that it is okay to soften, slow down, and say “no” so there is room for what truly feels like “yes” in your life.

Boundaries are not walls; they are gentle snow fences that protect your energy, your time, and your heart so you can keep showing up in meaningful ways.

As the world gets busier, your nervous system doesn’t need more pressure, it needs more pauses—more moments like this.

What is one small boundary you can set today that would create a little more space for joy? Share in the comments!

11/13/2025

Setting boundaries isn’t about building walls—it’s about opening doors to your own joy and freedom.

This month, I’ve been exploring boundaries not just in my relationships and work, but in how I carve out time for things that light me up—like trying pottery for the first time. The act of shaping clay on the wheel is pure mindfulness: every spin demands attention, patience, and letting go of perfection. In these moments, I feel the rush of busyness fade and am reminded why honoring my limits matters: it gives me the space to find joy, to play, and to reconnect with myself.

Pottery teaches that each wobbly bowl and uneven surface tells a story—just like the imperfect boundaries we set in our lives. When we protect time for the things we love, we invite meaning and creativity into our routines, even in chaos.

Mindfulness lives here: in breathing deeply, accepting where we are, and saying “yes” to experiences that nourish the spirit.

What practices help you hold space for joy and meaningful activities? Whether it’s pottery, painting, or simply pausing—let’s celebrate the importance of boundaries together this November.

11/09/2025

November is our month to embrace the POWER of boundaries! 🌿

Boundaries are personal lines we set to protect our energy and well-being. They are something YOU do for yourself—not rules you expect others to follow. Setting clear, healthy boundaries helps us feel safe, respected, and more confident in our lives and relationships.

Try these DAILY practices to strengthen your boundaries:
✨ Morning affirmation: “My boundaries are valid and I honor my needs.”
✨ Notice one boundary you want to set or reinforce today.
✨ Say no when you need to and take time for yourself guilt-free.
✨ Visualize a peaceful “fence” protecting your space and energy.
✨ Celebrate your progress and be kind to yourself along the way!

Remember—boundaries are a form of self-love and self-care. Let’s grow stronger, together. 💪

10/27/2025

Had to write a difficult email today (those of you who know, know). It is humbling to admit our mistakes and ask for forgiveness. Alas remembering that we are human keeps us humble. This is not a bad thing.

An old version of me lean towards defensiveness when receiving criticism, even if it is for my highest good. As I embrace change, I try to keep my heart and mind open to receive the lessons others and the world are trying to show me.

What is a lesson you have learned through making a mistake? DM or share in the comments below!

10/25/2025

Embracing change is at the heart of personal growth, yet sometimes the hardest part is simply beginning—taking that first, uncertain step toward embodying who I want to become.

When I started acrylic painting, facing that blank canvas was a real test in letting go of hesitation and self-doubt. I was nervous, unsure where to start, but I realized that every brushstroke—messy or neat—is a quiet act of courage, a small permission to evolve and grow. Painting has given me space to reflect, lighten stress, and simply be in the moment, teaching me to embrace imperfection and patience with myself.

Change isn’t just something that happens—it’s a practice, and with every new attempt, I find myself closer to confident clarity, both in art and in life. I look back now and recognize just how powerful that first step was. Whether it’s picking up a brush or finally trying something new, the most important thing is just to start.

10/23/2025

🌅 We all move through seasons when darkness wraps around us—change we didn’t expect, challenges we didn’t ask for. But like sunrise breaking through the clouds, there’s always a choice to bring in light.

✨ Embracing change is choosing a new perspective, letting go of old patterned thoughts, and inviting a glimmer of gratitude—even when it feels hard.

Lightness prevails. Every dawn is proof that no matter how long the night, the sun returns. Shift your inner narrative, even a little, and let warmth shine through adversity.

Choose to seek light, to find moments of gratitude, no matter your circumstances. Darkness only lasts until you invite the light in. There’s always new beginnings—light waiting for you.

07/25/2025

Intuition led me on a solo road trip…

Little did I know that it would open up so much healing and emotional release. Being unable to do anything else while driving, I was able to just be with my thoughts and to process through song. It was so powerful.

This song continues to ground me in moving through hard things.

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