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Everyone experiences some type of failure. It's how we respond to it that truly matters. #failure #coping #mentalhealth

Sometimes in life, going round and round is fun, such as enjoying a ride on a Ferris wheel. Many times, however, going round and round is not fun, especially if you happen to be repeating the same negative thoughts or experiences. #thoughts #feelings #

But do we really recognize the full spectrum of the anger response or just the outburst or "tip" of the iceberg? Learn more about how to recognize rage and how to further understand it below. #anger #feelings

"When our biggest emotions come knocking anger, sadness, grief, fear it can be difficult to let them in. It may feel easier to ignore them, reject them, avoid them, or numb them than to face them, welcome them, and address them. But why is that?" #emotions #feelings #mentalhealth

Mindfulness is beneficial to school-aged children in a variety of ways, including enhancing mental health, building resilience and improving behaviour. #mindfulness #childcounselling #parenting #teaching

Do you practice self-care? What is self-care? Self-care means taking care of your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. Self-care isn’t a selfish act either. It is not only about considering our needs; it is also about what we need to do in order to take care of ourselves, being subsequently, able to take care of others as well. ... #self-care #selfcare #counselling #wellbeing #therapy

Need some tips on how to effectively work from home? Check out the article below! #happiness #workingfromhome #wellbeing

"May we give ourselves permission to listen to our mind and body so that we can better take care of ourselves and respond to the world around us. " #emotions #wellbeing

Feeling a bit blue around the holidays this year? Read the article for some ways that can help. #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth

Do you have trouble socializing with those who may seem a bit shy? Read the article below for some tips on how to best communicate. #shy #communication #communicationtips

"Kids should be encouraged and supported to play, just for the sake of playing" #parenting #wellbeing #play #kids

The holidays may look a bit different this year. Here are 11 ideas to help make this year feel a bit less lonely. #holidays #mentalhealth

While it may be intimidating to seek support. Reaching out and starting the process is a sign of strength, not weakness. Learn more about Cognitive behavioural therapy and how it may help you below. #cbt #therapy #mentalwellbeing

Here are 5 great tips on how to navigate the cold months with young kids at home. #workingfromhome #parenting #2020parenting

" I spend enormous energy just trying to breathe, stay afloat, and not be damaged by the waves that break over me and send me tumbling in the undertow." #Grief #mentalhealth #loss

We have talked a ton about meditation this year. Take advantage of all the free resources to help improve wellness. Here are some that have been top rated below; #wellness #wellnessapp #meditation

Happy New Years! The Family TLC team wishes you and your family a safe and happy new years! " Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. " ... #HappyNewYears #2021 #NewYears

The world is transitioning fast, but uncertainty looms large. It takes a robust and resilient mindset to bounce back after facing adversities in life. So, it is critical that we lay the foundation of resilience in children. #Resilience #parenting #mindset

Music can be a powerful tool. Learn more about how it may help you get rid of negative emotions below. #mentalhealth #music #emotions

"The truth is that no matter what our circumstances might be at any point in time, we can practice letting go of hurt, worry, anger and frustration, and allowing ourselves to be more in the natural flow of life. " #lettinggo #newyear #2021 #mentalhealth

New beginnings can seem daunting and scary. Don't let fear stop you from growth! Whether this be in your personal or professional life. Fear is a natural human emotion. To learn more about your emotions we recommend looking at some of our resources online or on our Family TLC App available for download on the Google Play and App Store. #fear #stephenking #anxiety #stress

"What you focus on grows." This may explain why gratitude can boost well-being. #wellbeing #gratitude

Have you ever had an Emotional Hangover? They can occur after an argument, a breakup, or a difficult day. They can be the result of too much socialization or forced interaction. Want to learn more? Read the article below! #emotions #mentalhealth

With the pressures of the holiday season, rising #COVID-19 rates, and the resulting social isolation from friends and family, people can easily fall into addictive or excessive behaviours. Here are 5 strategies to help reduce these behaviours. #mentalhealth

Have you downloaded the Family TLC App yet? If you want access to tons of free resources ranging from podcasts, workbooks, pdfs, videos and more go download it for FREE on the Google Play store or the Apple App Store. Just search "Family TLC". We have also begun Motivational Mondays and Wellbeing Wednesdays. Each week you will receive inspiring words, as well as an activity suggestion to help you mental and physical health!... Let us know down below what is your favourite inspirational quote? #motivationalmondays #wellbeingwednesdays #counselling #therapyapp #mentalhealthapp

With overall anxiety levels rising in the general population, the psychological wellbeing of mothers deserves increased attention. Read more on how you can help below! #postpartumdepression #pandemic #newmothers

Have you been feeling a bit unlike yourself? Learn more about seasonal depression in the article below. #seasonaldepression #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #wellbeing

Anticipatory anxiety occurs when you feel dread and fear about an upcoming event, and limited information is available to you. Click the link below for some tips on how to cope. #anticipatoryanxiety #anxiety #anxietytips

"Parents have an understandable impulse to want to shield their children from stress and uncertainty, but experts warn against making up answers or providing false reassurance. It's OK to say that you don't know the answer or that you don't know what will happen." #uncertainty #stress #kids

We wanted to say a HUGE thank you to each and everyone of you who voted for us for the Readers Choice Awards this year! We have won not one, but two categories and it's all because of you! The categories are;... Marriage, Family and Individual Counselling Mental Health Specialist We are incredibly thankful for all your support. Thank you to everyone who took the time to cast your votes.

Have you voted yet for your favorite local businesses for the Reader's Choice Awards? We encourage you to go show your support and love for the awesome businesses in our city! If you would like to vote for us check out the link below! We appreciate all your votes and thank you for all your support!... https://www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-ba/business/family-tlc #readerschoiceawards #mentalhealth #thankyou #supportlocal

Are you showing signs of anxiety? A great tool to utilize is box breathing. It is known to reduce stress and improve moods. Close your eyes and envision a box. Begin by slowly inhaling through your nose for 4 seconds. Count to 4 and hold your breathe. Begin exhaling slowly through your mouth for another 4 seconds. Hold your breathe for 4 more seconds before repeating the process.

Feeling uncertain can provoke anxiety and other unhealthy effects, but at the same time, research shows that people are resilient and can learn to cope and even thrive in times of turmoil. #anxiety #mentalhealth #uncertainty

To build emotional resilience and to reduce the risk of developing serious emotional problems in the future requires learning how to face everyday problems, such as worry, loss, and self-control Here are 10 healthy ways to get through a difficult time.

Writing out your thoughts & feelings makes you channel your emotions which in turn leads to a positive impact to one's mental health, keeping stress at bay. Read more about the topic of journalling and how it can help you below. #stress #mentalhealth

Remember to always be kind to yourself. #itsok #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #familytlc #counselling

"The quality of relationships is the quality of life. Yet, relationships are innately challenging. Focusing on the content of arguments misses the forest for the trees." #couplescounselling #relationships #arguments

The process of "avoiding or postponing" suppresses unwanted feelings, but it cannot, as such, resolve them. #emotions #feelings #mentalhealth

Here are some great self care apps that will help you get a better nights rest! Looking for more resources? Check out our Family TLC app available for download on Google Play and app store. There you will find more resources and tools to help you sleep.

Meditation can be a positive parenting technique that can help overcome challenges that a child or parent may be facing. Learn more about mediation and the positives of introducing it to your child below.

Teletherapy has become the new norm for many clients. Here are 10 upsides to teletherapy during the devastating downsides of the #COVID-19 pandemic.

We wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who nominated us for Readers Choice Awards this year! We have made it to the finals in 3 categories! Marriage, Family and Individual Counselling Mental Health Consultant Bereavement Counselling... Please go to the link below to cast your vote. Voting ends September 27th. https://www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-ba/business/family-tlc While you're there please go show your support for other local businesses you know and love!

As back to school approaches many of us are feeling uncertain. Some children may not have the verbal ability to describe how they're feeling or their concerns, but they express it through other actions or expression. Heres how to tell if they are experiencing anxiety and how to help.

Is your anxiety controlling your life? Here are some tips and articles on how to better harness your anxiety to improve your overall wellbeing. #wellbeing #mentalhealth

Movie watchers can use the power of the big screen to help reduce stress, but only with movies from certain genres. Are your fav movie genres considered stress reducing? #stressreduction #movienight #mentalhealth

Have you been listening to our weekly podcasts? Are you interested in topics such as radical acceptance, embracing change, grief and more? Go check out Family TLC's podcast Open to Change! Available for download on spotify, apple podcasts and more.... https://www.spreaker.com/show/family-tlc-podcast

Recent studies suggest that people are struggling significantly with mental health symptoms since the #COVID19 pandemic began. Here are some things you can do to help you avoid long term complications of stress caused by the pandemic. #mentalhealth

Labeling your emotions correctly can leave you more equipped to deal with them. Here's exactly how to do it. #mentalhealth #emotions

While the #COVID19 pandemic has been a chronic source of stress and anxiety for many, anticipating a return to the office can be another. Are you ready to go back? #returntooffice #mentalhealth

We have an exciting announcement! We are so happy to share with you our NEW Family TLC App! Packed with helpful resources on various topics, this app compliments many of the services and support our clients seek at Family TLC! Workbooks, articles, podcasts, videos and more can be found on numerous topics and categories at the swipe of your finger!... If you are viewing this on your mobile device use the links below to go directly to download the app. Apple Users:https://apps.apple.com/app/id1517652543 Android Users:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details #mentalhealthapp #familytlcapp #mentalhealth #makinglivesbetter

Are you still feeling the impacts of the pandemic? Are you feeling down and needing to reach out to someone for support? Call 705-737-3513 today or go to our website at http://www.familytlc.ca/contact

Parental stress can have a negative affect on your children. Does your family need further support? Please reach out to client services at 705-737-3513 today to complete your free intake.

"The reason that art is healing is simple; it helps people get in touch with and express feelings that might otherwise remain buried or ignored." Need further support in expressing emotions? Want to do so through the use of art? Call client services at 705-737-3513.

New Podcast Alert! Tune in to the final episode on the Wellness Wheel. Get comfy as this episode is a bit longer than the rest, but filled with awesome insight and discussion!... https://www.spreaker.com/episode/40327498 #mentalhealthpodcast #podcast #familytlc #opentochange

Create an ideal sleep environment, avoid caffeine, turn off screens. These are a few of the strategies mentioned that help you get a better sleep. Need more tools and strategies? Want to seek help for your anxiety? Call client services at 705-737-3513.

Are you experiencing re-entry anxiety? Are you looking for strategies or tools to help you cope? Call client services at 705-737-3513 today. We want to help make your lives better.

Awesome article written about how to manage anxiety around making the decision of whether or not to send your children back to school. Need further support with stress, anxiety or uncertainty? Call client services to complete a free intake. 705-737-3513.

Just like adults, Children can also suffer from anxiety and stress. Children may not be able to express that these are the emotions they are feeling. Read the article below to learn more. If you believe your child may need further support call clients services at 705-737-3513 to complete a free intake.

Meditating, breathing techniques and yoga poses are among some of the most beneficial techniques to help with anxiety and stress. Want to get further resources or assistance on how to manage stressors? Call client services at 705-737-3513 today for a free intake.

Stress levels for the past few months have been at an all time high. If you or a member of your family are in need of mental health support please contact client services at 705-737-3513 for your free intake. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Do not hesitate to reach out for help.

Virtual therapy has been a safe way to provide support to individuals struggling with mental health during the pandemic. If you are still looking for virtual support options please call 705-737-3513 to complete your free intake.

Part 3 of the Wellness Wheel is now live! Go listen to Sue and Nathan's newest installment! Have you been keeping up with all our new podcast episodes? Family TLC - Open to Change is open to download on spreaker, spotify, apple podcast, and more!... https://www.spreaker.com/episode/40143183

Check out this interesting article below all about why you should be open and honest with your children about mental health. If you or your children are in need of support please reach out to client services at 705-737-3513 to complete your free intake.

Are you a frontline worker needing support? Here are some awesome options for you! Looking for support more local with in person session options? Reach out to client services today to complete your free intake at 705-737-3513.

There are tons of reasons you may want to start therapy. We decided to share just a few with you! Please reach out to client services today at 705-737-3513 to book an appointment. Or visit us online to learn more at www.familytlc.ca/contact.

View the article below for some helpful links to different topics surrounding the news of returning back to school. Think you or your children may need further support? Reach out to client services today at 705-737-3513.

The start of the school year is coming quick. Read the interesting article below about children's mental health going into the school year. If you feel your child may need further assistance please reach out to client services at 705-737-3513.

Your mental wellbeing is so important. Read the article below on some reasons to continue or begin your healing process even during unprecedented times like these. Reach out to client services at 705-737-3513 to book an appointment.