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Today is the day that most people will stop their new years resolution according to a study done by Strava. If you have new years resolutions or are looking to set some goals soon, make sure to check out the blog on how to set SMARTER goals to make sure your goals are setting you up for success! What are SMARTER Goals? We’ve built off the research proven, SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-based) and added in a couple extra elements, ER (Extra and Responsible) to make get your goals just that much more in your reach. Check it out and let us know how it helps! https://holistichealingedmonton.com//SMARTER+Goals+for/420

Did you know, that January 19th is the day that most people are likely to give up on their New Year’s Resolution according to a study done by Strava? With a week left before the date, now is a good time to take a look at if you are setting yourself up for success. In fact, the way we set goals, can help or hurt our chances of achieving them. Setting SMARTER goals can give you the best chance at success. Take a look at the blog and see what SMARTER goals are and how you can create them. Read more about it on the blog: https://holistichealingedmonton.com//SMARTER+Goals+for/420

Today for #selfcaresunday try to focus on cultivating your self-compassion. Why is it important to give ourselves the love and grace which is encompassed in self-compassion? Often people think that being tough on themselves will serve as a motivator which will push them to achieve their goals but research shows the opposite is true. When we give ourselves self-compassion, we are actually more likely to accomplish goals and improve the way we feel about ourselves. So try this... exercise. The next time you feel upset with yourself, take a deep breath and give yourself a much needed dose of self-compassion. Ask yourself, if a friend was in your exact situation, what would you say to them? Then offer your kind, caring, compassionate words to yourself. The more you use this technique, the more impact it can have on your life. #counselling #yegcounsellor #sherwoodparkcounsellor #fortsaskatchewancounsellor #selfcare #selfcompassion #growth #changeyourlife #healing #psychotherapy #holistichealingcounselling

If you hold the belief about yourself, that you are not good enough, not loveable, or that people will leave you, then there is a chance that you are subconsciously creating relationships which are not authentic. When you operate out of fear of not good enough or that people will leave, then you likely attempt to appease or please others. When you do this, you are creating relationships that do not operate with the feedback of your feelings and your needs for a secure attachm...ent. In this way, the relationship is never fully authentic. Working on combating that narrative, healing past traumas, and reparenting are essential steps to gain the confidence necessary to begin creating authentic relationships. When this begins to shift, and assertiveness skills are integrated, there is a chance that current relationships may not stand the test of time. That’s ok, the temporary emptiness is making way for relationships which are authentic, reciprocal, and nourishing. #authenticity #authenticrelationships #counselling #psychotherapy #yegtherapy #sherwoodparkcounsellor #youaregoodenough #reparenting #assertiveness #traumainformedcounselling #workontheroot #conciousliving #counscioushealing #holistichealingcounselling

Just over a week into 2021 and a lot has been happening that might be eliciting feelings of fear and overwhelm. Take a pause this weekend to notice what is going on for you which might be underlying your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Next, give yourself a lot of grace. It is not YOU that is a mess. Life is messy. The world is messy. You are responding the best you can and at the same time, it is possible with more coping tools, insights, and support that you can begin to do better. If you find yourself wanting to explore what those coping tools, insights, and support might look like for you, message us. We would love to set you up with a free 15-minute consultation for you to see how Holistic Healing Counselling might be able to help.

Albertans are faced with another shutdown of many businesses; Schools for grade 7 plus have transitioned to online for the time being and the holiday season will look very different for many. At the same time, many Canadians have reported worsening mental health since the pandemic began. Over the next week, here are 5 things you can do to help boost your mental health: 1) Connect virtually: Although arguably not the same as in person visits, virtual visits with friends and f...amily can still help to release feel good hormones that act as a protective factor in mental health. 2) Exercise: Exercise helps reduce stress levels and increase serotonin. Many local businesses are offering online classes. Youtube also has a variety of fitness classes you can partake in. So make sure to get your body moving! 3) Cuddles: If you have other people in your household or in your cohort of 2 (cohorts for those that live alone) give and receive some extra hugs over the next week. Hugging releases oxytocin which helps to buffer against stress and anxiety and makes us feel good! 4) Focus on what you can do: One of the hardest things about a shutdown is the lack of control. This can be very triggering for many people. Shift your attention to what you can do in the here and now. Maybe it's skating, reading a book, completing a puzzle, or starting a project you've had on hold for a while. When we shift our attention to what is in our control we can help to alleviate some of the anxiety that comes from feeling out of control. 5) Get outside: The great outdoors is an awesome boost to your mental health. Taking a walk outside, building a fort in the snow, or even stargazing can help to reduce anxiety and increase a sense of joy and connectedness. For even more benefits, try to pair getting outdoors with mindfulness; Noticing the present moment without judgment. Give these strategies a try and see if and how they help. Mental health is multilayered. If these strategies are not helping enough, reach out. You can head to www.holisitchealingedmonton.com to book a free 15-minute consultation to see how therapy might help you.

If you missed the replay, you can click the link below to listen to my interview with Sound Sugar Radio on Cultivating Resilience. https://www.soundsugarradio.com/copy-of-breaking-the-news-w What is resilience and why should you cultivate it? Well, resilience is our ability to bounce back from adversity. Taking proactive measures to cultivate your resilience can help you lead a happier life in the face of adversity. Right now, the pandemic has increased adversity for many. ...And beyond this moment, adversity is part of being human. So resilience is what can help us move beyond adversity. Let me know what you think and feel free to reach out if you’re finding you need more guidance on this topic or any other mental health issues.

Catch the replay, today at 7pm on Sound Sugar Radio.

Healing is NOT linear. This is true. I've seen many healing journeys and not one of them was simple, straightforward, and only upwards. But those who have persisted have experienced some of the most transformative journeys I have been privileged to be a part of. So, if you're feeling like things aren't going the way you want, persist. You're doing great.

I had the pleasure of being on Sound Sugar Radio today! Check out their calendar for the replay!