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12/10/2023

Tanya is professional and compassionate. Let's show her some support as she continues following her passion to help others!

Tanya Randell, BA, MACP Canadian Certified Counsellor My name is Tanya Randell and I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). Taking the first step to reaching out for support can […]

11/24/2023

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09/25/2023

You may see this image for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, but what does it represent? Here is a description of each element that illustrates Indigenous cultures and reconciliation.

09/25/2023

As Truth and Reconciliation week begins, it is important for all of us to continue learning the truths and stories of Residential School survivors, families and communities. We need to honour and keep these stories safe for future generations.

All of this begins with education. There are many resources available and I encourage everyone to explore and learn throughout this week.

https://nctr.ca/education/coming-soon-truth-and-reconciliation-week-2023/

08/15/2023

04/07/2023

The act of caregiving is often out of love, but is also an incredibly draining on one's physical and psychological resources.

Did you know that caregiving can contribute to high levels of stress or anxiety? Caregivers need to pay particular attention to their own needs or they risk burning out.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/basics/caregiving

03/31/2023

Addictions can involve substances or behaviours, such as opiods, alcohol, ni****ne, gambling and more. Did you know that substance-related disorders are relatively common? The most commonly identified is alcohol use disorder.

With the right approach, treatment is very possible and achievable.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/conditions/substance-related-disorders

03/24/2023

It's common to know people who try to appear more powerful over others, whether they are bullies or individuals that believe they are more important than others. Do you know someone like this?

Did you know that respect is simply listening to someone and trying to understand them?

Everyone deserves basic respect, and through respecting others it becomes easier to gain truly authentic respect for ourselves.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/life-negotiation/202206/r-e-s-p-e-c-t%3famp

03/17/2023

Have you encountered something who refuses to have a conversation about negative things or jumps straight to giving the silent treatment?

That can be an element of passive aggressive behaviour. Did you know that passive aggression often comes from ones ability to express emotions, such as anger or annoyance, in a direct manner?

There are healthy ways to cope with passive aggressiveness while still respecting both yourself and the other individual:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/basics/passive-aggression

03/10/2023

Most of us likely know someone who lives with depression. Did you know that it's estimated that 5% of the global adult population live with depression?

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression

03/03/2023

ADHD has become a common topic of discussion and exploration. Did you know there is no one test to diagnose ADHD?

A variety of information needs to be collected from different sources by appropriate professionals to determine if ADHD is an accurate diagnosis for an individual.

https://www.verywellmind.com/diagnosis-of-adhd-20584

02/24/2023

An unfortunate statistic is that "56% of struggling Canadians are not getting the mental health help they need." https://www.mhrc.ca/key-facts-on-mental-health

There are still so many barriers in the way of everyone getting the help they need and deserve. They include a lack of coverage in provincial health plans, financial barriers, and those tough to shake stigmas surrounding mental health.

It's okay to need help. We all do at some point in our lives. You matter. Mental health matters.

02/17/2023

There have been scientific studies that have demonstrated the benefits of being kind. In some cases, it can increase energy, serotonin, lifespan, oxytocin & feelings of pleasure. It can decrease pain, stress, anxiety, depression & blood pressure.

Did you know that today is Random Acts of Kindness Day?

https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/the-science-of-kindness

What does kindness mean to you?

02/10/2023

Experiencing positive emotions like joy and happiness can feel difficult sometimes. Did you know there are ways you can increase the joy you experience?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-self-compassion/202301/finding-joy-and-engaging-in-the-dance-of-life

I particularly enjoy engaging with my child-self and planning things to look forward to.

What is something you try to bring lightness into your life?

02/03/2023

Many of us (including myself) are living with a chronic medical illness or condition. Did you know that a chronic illness is defined as one lasting at least a year and requires ongoing medical care or limits daily activity?

It can be frustrating to live with any chronic condition, with a whole variety of emotions coming and going at any one time.

If you want to learn more for yourself or someone you know, here is a helpful link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/basics/chronic-illness