Laughter
When was the last time you laughed out loud? I don’t mean the lol kind of laugh that you text to a friend but the kind that makes your belly ache or your face hurt (in a good way). I experienced this a couple of…
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Why good people do bad things
So, why do “good” people sometimes do “bad” things? Even though the words “good” and “bad” are ambiguous and vague, most of us would likely choose which character traits or behaviours fall under each column, regardless of cultural or religious beliefs. It is with this…
New Year, New You 2026
Welcome 2026 and Happy New Year! Typically, when January 1st rolls around, people want to start the year off right. Adopting a new lifestyle that includes eating less carbs, drinking less alcohol and exercising more, are common resolutions. But what about your mental health? How’s…
Why worry is mostly a waste of time
As some of you may know, I am an animal lover, and especially love cats. For 25 years, we had at least one, but for the most part, two cats as part of our family. There are so many wonderful reasons for having pets live…
The right time and place for couples to communicate
In all my years of counselling couples, I’ve quietly (even without intention), analyzed some of the times and places couples argue most. Without doubt, the worst arguments happen when both or either are tired or hangry. That’s usually in the evening or after the kids…
Are robots an option when seeking help?
Are robots an option when seeking help? There’s an increasing amount of chatter these days about what careers may become obsolete over the next decade or two as a result of AI. Medical students considering radiology, for example, may rethink whether they can compete with…