I was reflecting on the fact that we often hear or tell our selves “be kinder to yourself, love yourself more”. Yet it only feels like words, it feels hard to actually do and more like a bandaid that keeps falling off! I realized that if we don’t address the underlying issues of self-judgement, self-hatred, guilt, […]

I never thought I’d leave my stable job as an occupational therapist at a local hospital. But a year and half ago I did. Partly because my body didn’t give me much of a choice. Nor did I feel I’d receive the support I needed at that time in that setting. So I moved away […]

I am a health care professional who cares for others – yet rarely did I put my own self-care first!  So – I learnt the hard way that self-care IS important. In the past I tried to do it all and rarely asked for help. I put on a strong and happy face. I said to […]

What is Emotional Suppression? Emotional suppression is simply the avoidance of emotions. It is a coping strategy that people use with the belief that it is healthy or the right thing to do. Many people are taught to believe that they are not meant to express emotions such as sadness, anger or frustration and this […]

We all want to be happy right now. Yet you say you will be happy when…. You get that job you want You earn a certain amount of income You have the house you have always wanted You have been on that trip you have always desired When you are more healthy When your friend, […]

Occupational Therapy and Shifting Your Mindset: A Marriage Made in Heaven. As an occupational therapist I help clients do and be the things they want to in life. From hesitating to saying what you want to say, to clearly communicating your needs and setting boundaries. From lacking confidence or fearing being judged in relationships, to feeling […]

The Priceless Purpose of Being a Mother. After having spend most of my summer at home with my 2 boys I am realizing how immensely important my purpose is in being a mother. Having a business now, I have felt guilty for not “working” and earning a bi-weekly income in the way I have in the past. […]

What is Trauma? The Trauma Centre of Australia believes that trauma is complex and can include many scenarios. They define trauma as “a psychological wound that has occurred due to a person’s perception of a stressful event” (Peter Horton CEO, 2013). Many hear the word trauma and think of horrific cases of war, physical or sexual abuse, […]

What Keeps you from Moving Out of Your Comfort Zone? It is simply easier to remain in your comfort zone! In what you already know – your current home, job, city, relationship and so forth. And if you are truly happy in your comfort zone that is great! However for some of you, you stick to […]

How Confusion Brings Clarity We often resist periods of confusion in our lives. We want clarity and knowing because we feel this is where stability and safety are. Yet it is through confusion that clarity can arise. Eventually the dust settles and we can see with new eyes; things that we may not have seen […]