Dare to Heal

Dare to Heal Providing psychotherapy, counselling, and mental beauty services across Ontario, Canada.

That song ‘favourite things’ is playing in my head right now for some reason…Anywho, I am excited to tell you about thin...
01/07/2025

That song ‘favourite things’ is playing in my head right now for some reason…

Anywho, I am excited to tell you about things I’m excited for in 2025!

💜 As we settle into the new year, I’m over the moon about what’s ahead.

This year, I’m focusing on mental beauty, mindfulness, and building deeper connections—and I’m thrilled to invite you to join me on this journey.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming:
🎙️ January 29th: Episode 109 drops it is our Podcast Anniversary Week—4 amazing years of sharing daring stories that inspire healing and growth.
🗓️ January 31st: Mental Beauty Webinar – Mindfulness Practices in Daily Life
🗓️ February 24th: Mental Beauty Webinar – Nurturing Healthy Relationships
🗓️ March 24th: Mental Beauty Webinar – Overcoming Anxiety: Practical Strategies - it is our last live recording for this season
🌸 May in the making: Dare to Re-Treat ‘Self Care’ Dinner Party – A luxurious evening of self-care and connection in honour of Mental Health Awareness Month. - stay tuned!
🌟 September super steps being taken: Dare to Re-Treat Conference – A transformational, immersive experience to redefine self-care and mental wellness for busy professionals. - oh yeah we are doing things really big this year!

This year is all about cultivating calm, strengthening relationships, and creating a movement around sustainable self-care and I want you to be there!!!

What are YOU looking forward to in 2025?

Share in the comments—I’d love to celebrate your goals and plans with you!

💜 Let’s make 2025 the year we invest in our mental beauty, embrace mindfulness, and create lives we truly love.

This 1st Mental Beauty Monday of 2025 let’s talk about what I’m leaving behind in 2024Hello, unstoppable changemakers an...
01/06/2025

This 1st Mental Beauty Monday of 2025 let’s talk about what I’m leaving behind in 2024

Hello, unstoppable changemakers and self-care warriors! 💜

As we step into 2025, I’m
taking a moment to reflect on what no longer serves me—those habits, thoughts, and patterns that kept me stuck in stress addiction and survival mode.

Here’s what I’m saying goodbye to:
🚫 Perfectionism: It’s time to embrace progress over perfection.
🚫 Overcommitting: My well-being isn’t up for negotiation anymore.
🚫 Self-doubt: I’m stepping fully into my worth, unapologetically.

Now it’s your turn:
👉 What are you leaving behind in 2024? Share in the comments, and let’s release it together.

Now tomorrow, come back and see what I am looking forward to AND when you come back Thursday, I will share what I am soooo thankful for from 2024 and what I am bringing with me.

Let’s leave behind what weighs us down and step into 2025 lighter, brighter, and ready to thrive.

See you tomorrow… and hopefully Thursday too!

Ready to Start 2025 Prioritizing YOU?Hey there, corporate warriors, helping folks, and overachievers! Let’s kick off the...
01/02/2025

Ready to Start 2025 Prioritizing YOU?

Hey there, corporate warriors, helping folks, and overachievers!

Let’s kick off the new year with a powerful intention: putting yourself first—guilt-free.

Join me tomorrow, January 3rd, at 11am EST for a FREE webinar:

Goal Setting for Mental Health: Align Your Life with What Matters Most.

Here’s why you don’t want to miss it:
💜 Clarity: Learn how to set goals that serve your well-being, not just your responsibilities.
💜 Balance: Break free from the stress-driven cycle and embrace goals that nurture calm and peace.
💜 Actionable Insights: Walk away with a clear roadmap to start 2025 aligned, focused, and refreshed.

Because here’s the truth: self-care is selfish—and 100% essential.

You can’t pour from an empty cup, and this year, it’s time to fill yours first.

🕘 When: Tomorrow, January 3rd at 11 AM EST
📍 Where: Online—so you can join from your comfiest spot
💜 Register here: bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions

Put on your dreamy cap and imagine stepping into 2025 with a plan that prioritizes you—your peace, your energy, your joy.

This webinar is your first step to making it happen.

💜P.S. Tag a friend who needs this reminder, and let’s start this year thriving together! 💜 Don’t wait—your best year starts now >> bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions

Happy New Year, my wonderful Dare to Heal peeps! 💜The start of a new year is a powerful time to reflect, reset, and real...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year, my wonderful Dare to Heal peeps! 💜

The start of a new year is a powerful time to reflect, reset, and realign.

This year, let’s focus on setting goals that truly support our mental health and well-being.

Goal-setting doesn’t have to mean chasing perfection.

Instead, it’s about creating intentions that feel nourishing and achievable.

💜 What’s one intention you want to carry into 2025?
💜 How can your goals reflect the balance and peace you deserve?

Let’s kick off this year with purpose and clarity.

P.S. Join me for our New Year, New Mindset: Goal Setting for Mental Health webinar on January 3rd at 11 am EST. Together, we’ll craft goals that feel aligned and empowering. Save your spot here: bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions

As we bid farewell to 2024, let’s talk about a powerful tool for reducing stress and burnout: self-compassion.We often s...
12/31/2024

As we bid farewell to 2024, let’s talk about a powerful tool for reducing stress and burnout: self-compassion.

We often start each year with grand resolutions but overlook the grace we need to extend ourselves when things don’t go as planned. Self-compassion isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a game-changer for managing stress and burnout.

Here’s your reminder: You’re human, and progress is better than perfection.

💜 Celebrate the wins.
💜 Reflect on lessons learned.
💜 Embrace the possibility of a fresh start.

From all of us at Dare to Heal, have a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve.

Let’s walk into 2025 with kindness, balance, and renewed energy.

P.S. Today is the last chance to enroll in my Name It, Tame It, & Take Back Control program with $134 off. Use code LASTCHANCE2024 at nametamecontrol.com to start your journey toward peace and balance.

Let’s ditch the pressure and embrace goals that feel fulfilling, achievable, and uniquely you.Good morning, high-achieve...
12/30/2024

Let’s ditch the pressure and embrace goals that feel fulfilling, achievable, and uniquely you.

Good morning, high-achievers and self-care seekers! 💜

It is the last Mental Beauty Monday of 2024 and as the countdown to the new year begins, let’s rethink the way we set goals. This isn’t about chasing perfection or keeping up appearances—it’s about creating goals that nourish your mind, body, and spirit.

Here’s the truth: goals aligned with your values and well-being are the ones that last.

They’re sustainable, fulfilling, and uniquely yours.

This week, take a moment to reflect:
💜 What areas of your life are craving more care and attention?
💜 How can your goals create balance and peace instead of pressure?
💜 What’s one small, intentional step you can take today toward your vision for 2025?

Let’s make this the year we ditch the stress-driven resolutions and embrace meaningful goals that support the life you truly want to lead.

💜P.S. I have a great idea for you for 2025, make a goal to take back control! My Name It, Tame It, & Take Back Control program is your 6-week guide to reclaiming calm, managing stress, and finding your balance. Take a sneak peek here: 24-Minute Sneak Peek. Bonus: Use code LASTCHANCE2024 by tomorrow to save $134 on enrollment! This is your chance to start 2025 with clarity and intention. Let’s make it happen. www.nametamecontrol.com

Happy Holidays, my fabulous Dare to Heal community! 💜As we celebrate this festive season, I want to take a moment, on be...
12/23/2024

Happy Holidays, my fabulous Dare to Heal community! 💜

As we celebrate this festive season, I want to take a moment, on behalf of myself and the entire Dare to Heal team, to express our heartfelt gratitude. Whether you've been with us for some time or just joined, you are an essential part of this community, and we’re so thankful for your trust and dedication to your mental beauty journey.

This time of year can bring joy, reflection, and a touch of chaos. Remember, it's okay to pause, breathe, and prioritize yourself amid all the celebration.

Self-care is selfish—and 100% essential.

OUR WISH FOR YOU:

Here's to a holiday season filled with love, connection, and a little bit of indulgence just for you.

💜 P.S. Ready to step into the new year with intention? Join us for FREE on January 3rd at 11 am EST for our New Year, New Mindset webinar. We’ll dive deep into goal-setting for mental health, offering tools to make 2025 your most balanced year yet. Save your spot here: bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions.

The holiday countdown is in full swing, but let’s pause for something just as important—rest, reflection, and a little c...
12/19/2024

The holiday countdown is in full swing, but let’s pause for something just as important—rest, reflection, and a little celebration.

Hello, my high-achieving warriors! 💜 Salima here with your Therapy Thursday reminder: growth doesn’t only come from hustle—it also comes from honouring your wins.

The end of the year often has us focused on unfinished tasks or unachieved goals. But what if we flipped the script? Instead of dwelling on what’s left, let’s celebrate what we’ve accomplished.

Acknowledging your wins, big or small, reinforces resilience. It reminds you of the progress you’ve made, even when the road feels long and exhausting.

For those of us balancing high expectations, this practice is a game-changer.

This season, take a moment to reflect. Maybe you navigated a challenging project, set boundaries for the first time, or simply managed to prioritize yourself amid the chaos.
Every win counts, and each one reflects your strength and determination.

Share one win from this year in the comments. Let’s spark a community of gratitude and inspiration as we close out 2024 on a high note.

Remember, self-care is selfish AND 100% essential—and celebrating yourself is a vital part of that care. 💜

💜P.S. Learn the secrets and tools to prioritizing yourself and pushing past the perfectionist in us all. My Name It, Tame It, & Take Back Control program is designed to help you unlearn fear, reset your stress patterns, and build lasting resilience. Start your journey with a free 24-minute sneak peek: >> https://daretoheal.co/24min-video-conquer-fear/. Plus, take advantage of our limited-time discount: $134 off with code LASTCHANCE2024 if you enroll by December 31st!. Give yourself the gift of peace this holiday season!

12/18/2024

Introducing a new element of the Dare to Share Your Untold Story Podcast, now reaching episode 107, "Mental Beauty Segments" featuring Salima Jadavji the host(ess) herself.

In this Mental Beauty Segment, we will focus on re-gaining control even when you feel stripped of having control.

The Dare To Share Your Untold Story podcast episode 25 has been selected for further exploration and a deeper dive. Episode 25, titled, “The Dis-ease of Trauma, Murder & Death Came her way”, with guest, Carys Cragg.

Listen to the full Dare to Share Your Untold Story podcast now. Find episodes here:
Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3zd2boz
Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3tG7Y4O
YouTube - http://bit.ly/3udDTuB
YouTube Music - https://tinyurl.com/3jh32cs4

"Self-Care Is Selfish"—And 100% Essential Hey, overachievers, caregivers, and perfectionists! 💜 Let’s have an honest mom...
12/17/2024

"Self-Care Is Selfish"—And 100% Essential

Hey, overachievers, caregivers, and perfectionists!
💜 Let’s have an honest moment: when was the last time you unapologetically put yourself first?

Here’s the truth: self-care is selfish, and it’s 100% essential. Why? Because we can’t give our best to the world if we’re running on empty.

Let’s talk about something most of us struggle to prioritize: self-care.

If I could, I’d hire a Human Pamper-er to:
☕ Keep my coffee refilled and my wisdom topped up
📝 Gently nudge me to put down the never-ending to-do list
💤 Lovingly force me into a guilt-free nap when I’m running on fumes

OHHHH and wash my hair!!!! I am fully capable but my arms get tired 🤣

Sounds dreamy, right? But here’s the reality: we don’t need a pamper-er—we need a mindset shift.

The truth is, self-care IS selfish AND it’s indispensable. And it’s especially critical during the holiday rush, when we’re pulled in a million directions.

Prioritizing yourself is more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. Without it, burnout creeps in, joy fades, and the things that matter most feel harder to hold onto.

💜 Here’s the plan:
This January, let’s flip the script on how we set goals and care for ourselves.
Join me on January 3rd for my FREE webinar: New Year, New Mindset: Goal Setting for Mental Health

We’ll cover:
👉 How to create goals that nourish instead of pressure you
👉 Strategies for unlearning stress patterns and saying “yes” to calm
👉 A roadmap to align your actions with what truly matters

>>>You deserve a life that feels balanced and intentional, not overwhelming.
This webinar is your first step toward making 2025 the year you reclaim your peace.
💜 Save your spot today: bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions
Let’s kickstart the new year with clarity, connection, and a whole lot of self-love. You deserve it—because even superheroes need rest.

For this Holiday Season, ‘Perfect’ Is Overrated—Let’s Embrace ‘Good Enough’ InsteadHello, busy professionals, caregivers...
12/16/2024

For this Holiday Season, ‘Perfect’ Is Overrated—Let’s Embrace ‘Good Enough’ Instead

Hello, busy professionals, caregivers, and multitasking heroes juggling a million things this holiday season.

💜 It’s Salima here, with our Mental Beauty Monday reminder: Embrace the beauty of “good enough.”

Let’s take a moment to breathe. 💜

The holidays often come with a lot of pressure—planning the perfect family gathering, finding the perfect gifts, or even making your home look Pinterest-worthy. But here’s the thing: chasing perfection can rob the season of its joy.

What if we decided that “good enough” is actually... good enough?

✅Store-bought cookies instead of homemade? Done.
✅A cozy, minimalist holiday setup instead of decking every hall? Beautiful.
✅A night off to recharge instead of taking on another commitment? Absolutely.

When we let go of perfection, we create space for what truly matters: connection, joy, and a little holiday magic.

👉 Here’s your challenge: What’s one area where you’ll choose “good enough” this holiday season?
For me, it’s paring down on how many appetizers I bring to my family gatherings (trust me, it’s usually a trunkful!) —keeping it simple and meaningful.

Drop your “good enough” choices in the comments, and let’s celebrate the beauty of imperfection together.

P.S. Need more tips for a balanced start to 2025? Join my community newsletter for insights and reflections to keep you grounded all year long. https://bit.ly/jointhedaretohealcommunity Let’s thrive, not just survive, this holiday season. You’ve got this! 🙌

Feeling Drained by Holiday Conversations? Let’s Change ThatThe holidays can be beautiful, but let’s be honest—they can a...
12/12/2024

Feeling Drained by Holiday Conversations? Let’s Change That

The holidays can be beautiful, but let’s be honest—they can also test your patience. Between juggling work demands, caregiving, and navigating high-pressure environments, holiday conversations sometimes feel like another to-do on your endless list.

What if this year could be different?

💜 Here’s a simple, game-changing tip:
Before you respond, pause. One deep breath can turn a reactive moment into an intentional response. It’s how you reclaim your calm and shift a potentially stressful conversation into one rooted in connection.

Let’s say a colleague brings up a touchy subject at your office party, or a family member starts probing into your personal life:
1️⃣ Breathe.
2️⃣ Centre yourself with a grounding mantra, like, “I respond with intention, not emotion.”
3️⃣ Respond calmly, or choose to change the subject gracefully.

Now it’s your turn:
👉 What’s your top tip for keeping holiday communication smooth? Whether it’s setting boundaries, staying mindful, or staying present, I want to hear from you. Drop your wisdom in the comments below!

🎁 Bonus: I’ll feature two of the best tips in next month’s Therapy Thursday post—because sharing insights creates ripples of change we all benefit from.

💜 P.S. Let’s start 2025 as your year of balance and purpose. Join me on Jan 3rd for a powerful webinar on Goal Setting for Mental Health. We’ll align your personal and professional goals with what truly matters and set the tone for your best year yet. Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions

Stress Addiction >>> The Silent Cycle You CAN Break Free FromHey there, mental beauty warriors! 💜 Ever feel like no matt...
12/10/2024

Stress Addiction >>> The Silent Cycle You CAN Break Free From

Hey there, mental beauty warriors!

💜 Ever feel like no matter how much you try to relax, your mind won’t stop racing and your body stays tense?

That constant state of overdrive isn’t just “normal” stress—it’s stress addiction. It happens when your brain gets so used to the hustle and overwhelm that it mistakes chaos for comfort. 😳

Here’s the truth: You weren’t designed to live this way.

Stress addiction keeps us stuck—always on, chasing productivity, and feeling like rest is something to earn. But breaking the cycle is possible, and it starts with understanding what’s happening beneath the surface.

Imagine this: Waking up calm, focused, and no longer weighed down by the constant “need to do it all.”

Ready to reclaim your peace in 2025?
Join my Name It, Tame It, & Take Back Control program—your 6-week journey to breaking free from stress addiction and learning how to embrace calm as your new normal.

💜 Start with a sneak peek: Watch my free 24-minute video to see how you can conquer stress patterns for good. No strings, just clarity.
👉 https://daretoheal.co/24min-video-conquer-fear/

And if it feels like the right next step, jump in before Dec 31 and use code LASTCHANCE2024 to save $134. 🙌

Your peace is worth it, and you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Let’s do it together. 💜

🌐 Learn more: www.nametamecontrol.com

Hello, mental beauty warriors! 💜 Salima here, and today, I’m sharing a few pics of what November looked like for me. Fro...
12/09/2024

Hello, mental beauty warriors! 💜 Salima here, and today, I’m sharing a few pics of what November looked like for me. From revitalizing water class to moments of pure stillness, November was all about nurturing my mind, body, and spirit.

But let me keep it real: The 1ST photo? That was me feeling under the weather. 😷 Yet, even in that moment, I chose to show up for myself with rest, deep breathing, and a little extra self-compassion.

Here’s what I learned: Whether you’re an ambitious corporate climber or a helping professional, we must prioritize ourselves the way we prioritize our goals and the people we serve.

Self-care isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.

📸 Swipe through these snapshots to see my fave photos from last month. Did you see the last photo? Yeah I know it looks nothing like Canada and definitely isn’t somewhere I went to in November BUT Bali is on my list of magical places to enjoy some selfish self-care. What’s your magical place you want to experience some self-care one day? Drop it in the comments and let’s help each other manifest our dream spot to reality!

Now, for more about my journey last month to show up for myself, especially when through some unforeseen health challenges, with rest, deep breathing, and a little extra self-compassion check out my December 8th blog post! >> //daretoheal.co/blog

💜 P.S. Ready to create a life where self-care becomes your superpower? Join my January 3rd webinar, New Year, New Mindset: Goal Setting for Mental Health. Let’s align your ambitions with your well-being for a thriving 2025.>> bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions

Let’s build a holiday season with intention, joy, and yes… a lot of self-compassion.Hello, my beautiful helpers, healers...
12/05/2024

Let’s build a holiday season with intention, joy, and yes… a lot of self-compassion.

Hello, my beautiful helpers, healers and high achievers 💜 Today’s Therapy Thursday is for those of us who may feel a bit of the holiday blues creeping in.

While we often expect this time of year to be joyful, the reality is that it can bring a mix of emotions, and not all of them are merry.

For many, the holidays are a time of reflection, loss, or even loneliness. These feelings are valid and deserve our compassion and care. Acknowledging these emotions isn’t “negative”—it’s real, and it’s an important part of honouring our mental well-being.

Embrace your own pace this season, and remember that there is no “right” way to feel during the holidays. Find small acts of comfort that resonate with you, whether it’s journaling, connecting with close friends, or simply taking a quiet walk to centre yourself.

Share one gentle practice that helps you honor your feelings during the holidays.

Let’s remind each other that self-care is selfish AND 100% essential—even more so when emotions run high.

Take care of yourselves, and if you need a safe space to explore and honour every part of this journey the team at Dare to Heal is here for you offering continued 1:1 support and ideas on caring for yourself, exactly as you are, schedule a free consultation today: https://daretoheal.co/what-to-expect

12/04/2024

Introducing a new element of the Dare to Share Your Untold Story Podcast, now reaching episode 106, "Mental Beauty Segments" featuring Salima Jadavji the host(ess) herself.

In this Mental Beauty Segment, we will focus on mindfulness in daily life, despite your untold story.

The Dare To Share Your Untold Story podcast episode 19 has been selected for further exploration and a deeper dive. Episode 19, titled, “Her Unwavering Faith Conquered the Cancer and Every Other Wall that Came Her way”, with guest, Nadia Gulhamhusein.

Listen to the full Dare to Share Your Untold Story podcast now. Find episodes here:
Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3zd2boz
Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3tG7Y4O
YouTube - http://bit.ly/3udDTuB
YouTube Music - https://tinyurl.com/3jh32cs4

This season, let’s redefine what it means to give – starting with giving to yourself.Hello my fellow helpers, hardworker...
12/03/2024

This season, let’s redefine what it means to give – starting with giving to yourself.

Hello my fellow helpers, hardworkers and gracious givers of ourselves! 💜

As we savour the last few weeks of this year, I want to invite you to consider this holiday season not only as a time for celebration but as a moment to reflect and recharge.

How would it feel to create a season of rest, intention, and meaningful connection—one where you define what joy and fulfillment look like?

Well, here’s a fresh perspective:

Instead of our “to-do” list for the holidays, what about our “joy list”?

💜This can include simple things like:
- A cozy, tech-free night
- A walk outside, taking in the sounds and sights of winter
- A call with someone who makes you laugh
- Small moments for gratitude, journaling, or meditation

These intentional moments can help you create the holiday you need, one that allows you to approach the new year feeling centred and ready for growth.

💜Speaking of the new year…our January 3rd webinar, New Year, New Mindset: Goal Setting for Mental Health, is all about harnessing this fresh start to set goals that genuinely support your mental well-being. It’s not about perfection or pressure, but about aligning with what feels nourishing and achievable. Join us at 11 am EST for an inspiring session to kick off 2025>> bit.ly/mentalbeautymonthlysessions !

P.S. What’s on your “joy list” this season? Share in the comments—we’re all in this together!

As we head into the last month of the year, let’s embrace a different approach to goals—one that nurtures and supports u...
12/02/2024

As we head into the last month of the year, let’s embrace a different approach to goals—one that nurtures and supports us.

Good morning, my mental beauty champions! 💜 Salima here, inviting you to reflect on something deeply transformational: unconditional self-acceptance.

Many of us find it easier to show compassion to others than to ourselves. But real growth happens when we embrace our quirks, missteps, and whole selves without judgment.

The holiday season brings its share of challenges—family dynamics, endless to-do lists, and societal expectations. It’s the perfect time to practice self-acceptance and extend the same kindness inward that we so freely give to others.

👉 Your challenge:
What’s one part of yourself you’re learning to accept? Maybe it’s your need for solitude, your overplanning tendencies, your ambitious goal lists, or simply the fact that you’re still learning.

Share your journey below and let’s support each other in building a foundation of self-compassion.

Remember, self-care is selfish AND 100% essential—it starts with accepting every part of who we are.

💜 P.S. Ready to reclaim your calm and peace of mind? My Name It, Tame It, & Take Back Control program is a 6-week journey to help you manage stress and build lasting resilience. Take a sneak peek here: daretoheal.co/24min-video-conquer-fear/ . When you are ready, www.nametamecontrol.com use code LASTCHANCE2024 for $134 off—limited time only!

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