“We often look at others and compare their outsides to our insides.” Petal Murti, Registered Psychologist At times, all of us fall prey to the “Imposter Syndrome.” The imposter syndrome is where we judge ourselves as inadequate or less worthy, less than able. We assume that other people must feel more confident, more able to … More Self Judgment and the Imposter Syndrome
Did you know that being empathetic, being caring, can put you at risk for depression, burnout and other mental health impacts? Being empathetic and having a high sense of idealism can create emotional vulnerabilities. Learning healthy boundaries will support your recovery and improve your well being. • • • Follow the links below for free … More Empathy can Put You at Risk for Burnout
“Self-care went from being something I do to something I am.” Jasmine Fulks, Registered Psychologist For a free article on self-care, “Four Ways that “Self-care” Will Sabotage Your Well being”, click on the photo. Photo by Photo by Luke Stackpoole on Unsplash
“The people that are able to give the most have the best boundaries.” Jasmine Fulks, Registered Psychologist Recently I attended a workshop that emphasized the need for self-care. The workshop was a great opportunity to connect with my wife and a few friends. It also got me thinking more deeply about my life. Some of … More Four Ways that “Self-care” Will Sabotage Your Well being
Why do we still think of mental illness as a brain disorder? ___ Many mental illnesses are not simply “mental” nor is a person just… “ill.” Many mental illnesses are not simply “mental” nor is a person just… “ill.” Some studies report that people who live with addiction experienced some form of trauma in their … More “Mental Illness” is a Brain Disorder?
Each of us can be caught by envy. We look at the next person and long for what they have: the bigger home, kids, a better or happier relationship, a better job or a bigger office, to have a better body or to be richer. One of the most painful things we have to face … More Facing the Inevitable: Life Will Not Turn Out How You Planned
Guest post by Janna Price Research and evidence based practices have indicated that Eating Disorders and other Addictive conditions have overlapping similarities. This blog article will discuss Eating Disorders and the similarities between Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse Disorder, as well as treatment methods. Research suggests that about 50% of persons with an Eating Disorder … More Guest Post: Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse
Flourishing after an experience with major depression is more likely if you have supportive relationships. Family, friends and professional mental health supports are vital for a full and resilient recovery. And even if a person does not fully recover, meaning they may improve considerably but continue to have some symptoms, relationships will significantly improve their … More This One Factor Will Improve Our Recovery from Depression
A physical body is a universe in itself. Each of us is made up of roughly a hundred trillion cells. In each of those cells is roughly a hundred trillion cells. In each of those cells is roughly that same number again of atoms. And our brains alone have a hundred billion brain cells, give or take … More Depression is A Universe of Darkness
In Canada, marijuana is about to be legalized. Just in time for my teenager’s 18th birthday. I know that it’s just a coincidence, but forever this will be known as the generation that legalized pot in my country. Some people I know think that legalization will usher in a new wave of brain dead stoners … More Clearing the Air About Recreational Cannabis Use
Getting High on Recovery 