The month of May has arrived in all its glory. It is time to build your happiness. And yes, it’s time to hang a basket of flowers by your front door, dust off the Bar-B-Q and engage in outdoor activities. Many of my clients come to counselling / therapy because they want to be ‘happy’ […]
Think Butterfly Effect To Regain Your MOJO
Our recent warm weather makes us celebrate spring. And, spring is a sign for many people to step out of their rut and regain their mojo. Many people feel they need a complete overhaul to become happier. This feeling of having to change too much too soon is quite daunting and sadly many give up without […]
Depressed? Activate these 4 Tips
There has been a major shift in the treatment of mild-to-moderate depression. The shift has been from prescription drugs to a routine and exercise. Structure to one’s day – including regular healthy meals, regular bedtime, socialization and daily exercise – does wonders to help people, from teens to adults, deal with mild-to-moderate depression and anxiety. […]
Build Up Your Mojo with These 6 Easy Steps
Mojo is your own ‘magic power’ where your confidence and motivation come together to make things happen. You see the opportunities and you take them. We can see the Mojo of entertainers during a great concert, music video or hockey game. Bringing your mojo to a situation is ‘Flow’ at its best. Being in flow […]
Manage Your Stress: Allow Space for Laughter
Well it happened again, a familiar slapstick story comes to life. I arrived at a meeting the other day in time to hear those already present in fits of laughter. Mary, the co-chair, was recounting how she came out of the house with her travel mug filled with coffee in one hand, her purse on […]