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Frustration!
Do you ever have one of those days or weeks when nothing seems to go right? You are convinced that the only one who can get into your accounts are...
Frustration!
Do you ever have one of those days or weeks when nothing seems to go right? You are convinced that the only one who can get into your accounts are...

Overwhelmed?
So many times, I hear people say that they are just so busy that they are overwhelmed. There are many reasons why this occurs and as many strategies to change...
Overwhelmed?
So many times, I hear people say that they are just so busy that they are overwhelmed. There are many reasons why this occurs and as many strategies to change...

Finding Balance
Often, I hear people tell me that they wish they could find balance for their life. That could mean a number of things. Perhaps some would include establishing a routine...
Finding Balance
Often, I hear people tell me that they wish they could find balance for their life. That could mean a number of things. Perhaps some would include establishing a routine...

Traumatology
This week I decided to take a course through the Psychologist Association of Alberta called Traumatology and Psychology that follows the Pandemic. There seem to be so many people who...
Traumatology
This week I decided to take a course through the Psychologist Association of Alberta called Traumatology and Psychology that follows the Pandemic. There seem to be so many people who...

Give Peach a Chance
Have you ever felt so angry that you lost sleep? Perhaps you actually threw a temper tantrum that afterwards left you with feelings of embarrassment. Are other people avoiding you...
Give Peach a Chance
Have you ever felt so angry that you lost sleep? Perhaps you actually threw a temper tantrum that afterwards left you with feelings of embarrassment. Are other people avoiding you...

Technological Stress!
I remember the day that our family got a television. It was a large curious looking box with antennae pointing towards the ceiling. Two knobs - one for on/off and...
Technological Stress!
I remember the day that our family got a television. It was a large curious looking box with antennae pointing towards the ceiling. Two knobs - one for on/off and...

More or Less?
One of my favorite authors is Dr. Suess. In his popular book “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” he states: Life is one balancing act!. How true! Usually, instead of balance...
More or Less?
One of my favorite authors is Dr. Suess. In his popular book “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” he states: Life is one balancing act!. How true! Usually, instead of balance...

Stop It!
Today I went for my six month follow up after having eyelid surgery. The ophthalmologist told me in passing that he has decided not to do cataract surgery anymore. He...
Stop It!
Today I went for my six month follow up after having eyelid surgery. The ophthalmologist told me in passing that he has decided not to do cataract surgery anymore. He...

Can't Sleep
One of the most difficult challenges in life is when you just can’t sleep. Over the years I have had so many people who feel lethargic and have difficulties thinking...
Can't Sleep
One of the most difficult challenges in life is when you just can’t sleep. Over the years I have had so many people who feel lethargic and have difficulties thinking...

Stress Test
Have you ever been booked for a stress test? The procedure involves doing exercise in a way that your heart pumps harder and harder while medical personnel monitor your breathing,...
Stress Test
Have you ever been booked for a stress test? The procedure involves doing exercise in a way that your heart pumps harder and harder while medical personnel monitor your breathing,...

Change Changes Us
It is amazing how quickly summer left us, and fall moved in. We all knew it was coming but the transition seemed to occur so quickly. One day our air...
Change Changes Us
It is amazing how quickly summer left us, and fall moved in. We all knew it was coming but the transition seemed to occur so quickly. One day our air...

Depressed or Overwhelmed?
At times I have new clients who come to see me because they think that they are depressed. Well, it doesn't take long to realize that rather than suffering from...
Depressed or Overwhelmed?
At times I have new clients who come to see me because they think that they are depressed. Well, it doesn't take long to realize that rather than suffering from...

Some Things Can't Be Buried Forever
Recently, thirty-three South American miners who were trapped underground for more than two months were rescued in a miraculous global collaboration. The world sat watching images and hearing stories told...
Some Things Can't Be Buried Forever
Recently, thirty-three South American miners who were trapped underground for more than two months were rescued in a miraculous global collaboration. The world sat watching images and hearing stories told...

Health - There is No Stress Leave
Frequently individuals are upset by situations in the workplace. They don't like the boss or have relationship problems with a co-worker. Perhaps the hours or type of work has worn...
Health - There is No Stress Leave
Frequently individuals are upset by situations in the workplace. They don't like the boss or have relationship problems with a co-worker. Perhaps the hours or type of work has worn...

January Stressors - How Can You Handle Feelings...
It's my "busy season"! In January, the credit card statements arrive revealing any impulsive Christmas buying that occurred. Couples who didn't want to ruin things for the children during the...
January Stressors - How Can You Handle Feelings...
It's my "busy season"! In January, the credit card statements arrive revealing any impulsive Christmas buying that occurred. Couples who didn't want to ruin things for the children during the...