Soul Child

Soul Child I believe we are happiest when we are in touch with our Soul Child.   Think of how a child sees the magic in every little thing.  While it is true that many things simply cannot hold that sense of wonder we once felt as a small child, there are opportunities available to us […]

Cognitive Dissonance

Cognitive Dissonance  The term cognitive dissonance is used to describe the feeling of discomfort that results from holding two conflicting beliefs.  It is experiencing an inner conflict denoted by an inconsistency between beliefs and behaviours – it is what can make us feel like a fraud.      Cognitive dissonance is a theory proposed by psychologist […]

When Healthy Eating Turns Unhealthy

When Healthy Eating Turns Unhealthy “Clean eating” is a term frequently used these days.  However, it is one that I personally try to avoid as it can create a problematic view of food that can incite debilitating shame (i.e: clean versus dirty; good versus bad – polarized beliefs are something mental health professionals try to […]

Boundaries

Boundaries A boundary is any limit you set as a means of honouring your own well-being so you can live, love, and work with integrity and without resentment.  Everyone’s boundaries differ, and boundaries are subject to change – you might have once felt comfortable giving to another without resentment, but your circumstances might have altered, […]