This week we wish to share a post highlighted by Judi: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Bybr82U5nVjy2acH/?mibextid=WC7FNe This post covers 12 common relationship patterns that can lead to conflict between romantic couples. These patterns can undermine closeness and intimacy, and sometimes make conflict resolution difficult when challenges do arise. By being aware of these behavioural patters within both ourselves and …

This week we wish to take a look at another TED Talk by the wonderful Brené Brown. This talk is a follow-on from her discussion of shame and vulnerability, which we have covered previously. In this talk however, she discusses the power of listening to shame (20:21). She begins by re-telling in an open and …

This week we will be taking a look at another clip of a conversation between Tim Ferriss and Dr. Gabor Maté (6:27). Tim poses the question of pitting the need of attachment against the need of authenticity. Dr. Maté discusses the common fear within disagreements between couples that the full expression of one’s true emotions …

PsychTalks is a podcast by the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences at Melbourne University. This week we will take a look at an episode from this podcast surrounding screen time for kids and the effect on attention. https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9vbW55LmZtL3Nob3dzL3BzeWNodGFsa3MvcGxheWxpc3RzL3BvZGNhc3QucnNz/episode/OGZlYTdjMDItNDI0Yi00ZTdiLWI4N2ItYjBjZjAwNTMwMzkz?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwio9bmbxqKGAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ Attention is defined as focusing on one particular thing at a moment in time, and helps us …

Today I would like to take a look at the Unlocking Us podcast by the wonderful Brené Brown. This podcast is hosted by Brené and often features guests with experience in a variety of specialties. In particular, we will check out the episode with David Kessler on grief and finding meaning. https://brenebrown.com/podcast/david-kessler-and-brene-on-grief-and-finding-meaning David brings with …

This week we wish to share another clip from a discussion between Tim Ferriss and Dr. Gabor Maté (7:26). In this clip, Dr. Maté coaches Tim Ferriss through the reframing of a challenging moment. He begins by identifying the emotions that arose during the moment. For Tim, these included anger and sadness. Dr. Maté then …

This week we wish to share a very engaging TED Talk from researcher, professor, and storyteller Brené Brown. Brené’s research focuses on courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. Brené’s TED Talk on The Power of Vulnerability was particularly well-received, and appeals with its humour, relatability, and insight. (Length 20:02) Here, Brené discusses her experience with an …

Last Friday our wonderful practitioner Laurie Marsden had an article published in Women’s Agenda about the testimonial by Stormy Daniels in relation to Donald Trump. This is a powerful and highly relevant commentary on a situation too many women can identify with. We highly recommend reading this article in full. We are very proud of …

This week we wish to share a short (7:47) and interesting clip of a conversation between Tim Ferriss and Dr. Gabor Maté. Many of our counsellors find Dr. Maté’s work very insightful. Here Dr. Maté talks on how to process anger and rage. Rage is described by Dr. Maté as “the anger that arises when …

This week, we will be doing something a little different for our blog and sharing a helpful short video one of our practitioners enjoyed. Judi has shared with us a helpful reel about needs and connection in a relationship: https://www.facebook.com/reel/391633367167024 The key themes here are allowing your partner to feel seen, heard, and safe. It …