Most of us are quick to show understanding to others, yet we speak to ourselves in ways that we’d never use with someone we care about. Self-compassion isn’t about ignoring mistakes or pretending things are fine. It’s about responding to difficulty with honesty and care instead of judgment. That simple shift can make a huge difference in how we cope, heal, and grow.

Thanksgiving weekend in Canada can give us time to reflect on many things, including our inner-self. Through the use of a film, this article walks you through the complex inner world that exists within each of us and shows you that there is a path forward to loving all of the inner parts of ourselves to find healing and wholeness. Read on to learn more about this journey!

What makes Complex PTSD so heavy is not only the memory of what happened, but the way it curls into the everyday, slipping quietly into moments that seem ordinary. It is almost like a tentacled beast, invisible to everyone but the survivor, slithering through ordinary experiences of daily life, rising when least expected. If you or someone you love has experienced trauma, this article can help support healing and learning more about yourself in the process.

It is no secret that the change of seasons can exacerbate depressive symptoms. Here is the self-care reminder for everyone who might be affected. If you'd like a checklist to make sure you're doing your best to keep depression at bay, read this article!

Confrontation often gets a bad reputation. For many of us, the very thought of it brings up tension, anxiety, or a mental list of times it didn’t go well. But here’s the truth: when done with intention and care, confrontation isn’t about conflict, it’s about clarity. It’s a conversation that protects your peace, strengthens your boundaries, and deepens trust in your relationships. Read this article if you want to learn how to master the art of confrontation.

What do you think of when someone says depression? We can imagine it’s something along the lines of someone who is struggling to get out of bed, to shower, to show up to work or school. We think that depression is always incapacitating, but alike all mental health conditions, depression exists on a spectrum. On one end, it can be debilitating, but on the other, people with High Functioning Depression can continue on with daily life without anyone noticing their symptoms. Coul

Fathers leave their mark—sometimes through their presence, sometimes through their absence. They might have taught us how to solve problems, or how to hide what we feel. Some showed strength and warmth; others were more complicated or distant. And sometimes, what we remember most is what we didn’t get—a silence or absence we’ve had to grieve, work around, or make sense of. If you're working through what a 'father' means to you, and the impact fathers have had on your life, th

In Canada, we often downplay the mental health needs of men. This article takes you through what you can do to support your own mental health as a man or support the needs of someone else. June is Men's Mental Health Month, and we need to raise awareness about how to better support half of our population in being more well, cared for, and open about their struggles and their needs.

Whether you're a new therapist or not, you might be curious how a therapist actually operates. This blog post gives you a bit of insight into the brain of a therapist, and also a bigger picture on how therapy differs from other forms of social support.

What is therapy all about anyway? In this article, we go through the analogy of a sponge - we are born as a soft sponge that absorbs everything easily and without doubt, but this process of absorption becomes harder over time. Therapy is an attempt to soften, squeeze, and fill up the sponge again.

If you've ever been told that sitting with your emotions would help you but have no clue what that means, this post is for you!

Infidelity is one of the most hurtful experiences one can go through in a relationship. Here are some signs to look for to protect yourself.