You Know What You Should Do, So Why Do You Keep Procrastinating?
You know what you need to do, but somehow you keep putting it off. Procrastination isn't always about laziness or a lack of motivation. It can be connected to anxiety, perfectionism, overwhelm, ADHD, executive functioning and the discomfort we experience around certain tasks. This article explores why we procrastinate and how understanding what's keeping us stuck can make it easier to move forward.
When Everyone Else Seems to Have It Together: Comparing Your Life to Others
It’s easy to feel like everyone else has life figured out, especially when we compare ourselves to other parents, friends, or what we see on social media. This article explores why comparison can trigger negative beliefs, cognitive distortions, and self-criticism—and how these moments can become an opportunity to better understand and challenge the way we see ourselves.
Preparing Emotionally for Fall: How to Support Yourself and Your Family Through Seasonal Transitions
As summer ends and fall approaches, changes in routines can increase stress and anxiety for both adults and children. Learn strategies to navigate this seasonal transition.
Summer Isn’t Always Easy: A Counselling Reflection on Mental Health in the Summer Months
Summer is often expected to be joyful, but for many people it brings loneliness, pressure and emotional overwhelm. This article explores how the longer days can affect mental health and how counselling can help.
Finding Balance: Understanding Addiction and Navigating Summer Triggers
Addiction isn’t about weakness or lack of willpower—it’s a complex brain-based pattern often rooted in emotional pain and coping. This blog explores the science behind addiction, why the summer months can bring added triggers, and how counselling can help you build resilience, balance, and lasting recovery.
Finding Balance: Understanding and Managing Stress During Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month — a time to understand how stress impacts your mind and body, and to learn practical, evidence-based ways to manage it. Explore healthy coping strategies and when to seek counselling support.