Boundaries: Tradition or Obligation?
As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves caught between honoring traditions and feeling obligated to fulfill expectations. The delicate balance of maintaining mental wellness while navigating these dynamics can often feel overwhelming. Learning to say “no” is a crucial skill, particularly for those of us prone to people-pleasing tendencies. Understanding Traditions Versus […]
Reclaiming Identity: Finding Belonging, Empowerment and Healing
I always questioned exactly where I would find belonging. In my early twenties, I left my hometown and headed to the big city (Regina) for university. These were some of the most challenging and transformative years of my life. As I reflect on my past, I recognize the compassion my younger self deserves. Based on […]
Closing 2023, Welcoming 2024
There is something special about the switch from one year to another. As someone who really doesn’t enjoy Christmas, I look forward to New Years Eve – which is my favourite holiday. Every year I take part in reflecting on the last year, and visioning for the upcoming year. It seems like a bit of […]
Choosing me
The past few years have been difficult. Being a mom to young kids, surviving a pandemic, being a healthcare worker, and continuously grieving the loss of a parent and how that has impacted my family. I have often felt lonely, heartbroken, fatigued and overwhelmingly anxious. I am someone who has literally laid awake at night […]
Beauty in the Stillness
I was at the dog park early one morning. The clouds overhead were thick and low, muting any ambient noise. I breathed deeply, filling my lungs with the stillness, and felt a moment of pure peace. Those moments, when the world goes quiet, can be so powerful! We are bombarded with lights, colours, and noise […]
Intention vs. Expectation
