Jennifer Dawn Watts

Many are moving to the term 'physical distancing' instead of social distancing because of the psychological impacts. This article from Beverly Reed reminds us we can enrich social connection while still honoring physical distance: livingwellcounselling.ca/home/blog/

If you need some help with homeschooling my kids have enjoyed this template as a good place to start. Then they adjusted based on their subjects at school (Art, Foods, Devotions etc), added additional websites eg. Mathletics, Razkids & CBC Kids & wrote their own daily checklist. Just in case it will help anyone else thought I’d pass it on!

Please share!! If you know anyone in need of resources for anxiety, CALM is now offering these for free: https://www.calm.com/blog/take-a-deep-breath If you know someone who needs additional help, we have a few therapists who are still available in office, by telephone or online. Like many other health workers we will be available to our clients and all offices remain low risk because of the small amount of people attending & our extensive cleaning practices. Benefits cove...rage & Direct Billing available. If finances are a significant concern we have opened up many additional sliding scale appointment times. Mental health is intricately connected to our physical health, so we’re committed to being open & helping Calgarians and clients worldwide by phone & online during these stressful times.

Feeling very grateful that in spite of everything we can still gather for meetings on the telephone and online for connection & encouragement. It keeps us healthier. It heals our hearts, minds & souls when we focus on love, honesty & mutual support. I’m convinced now with all this anxiety in the air we need each other more than ever. Have 28 min to dream with me? Let’s find strength together... https://recovering.podbean.com/e/experiencing-koinonia/

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Have 26 minutes? First episode is out! Why being tougher on people (and ourselves) doesn’t work... https://recovering.podbean.com//Jenn_Intro_Episode_-_Feb_8

In 12 Step they say we’re only as sick as our secrets. It doesn’t mean bad sick, it means flu sick. We’re not bad people trying to get good, we’re oppressed people trying to get free. There’s ABSOLUTELY NOTHING you need to take to the grave.... #confessionheals #step5

When we fall in love with someone’s potential only, that’s more about our issues than theirs. #coda #recovery

Those things you fear can actually wind up being the forces that push you to a higher creative plane ~ Ron Howard

Some call it vulnerability. Others say authentic, honest, genuine or real. Whatever we call it, that’s when our souls are communicating. We experience intimacy, loneliness leaves us & we start to feel safe and protected. #letstryit #justfortoday

Anxiety/stress management, what authenticity REALLY means and inspiration to listen to those *nudges* - we covered a lot in my first interview on Steve Wiens' podcast! Would love to hear your thoughts :) https://thisgoodword.podbean.com/e/episode-206-real-with-j/

I was originally meant to be recording Season 1 of my podcast, Just Ask Jenn, this week. It is a concept similar to Dear Abby and/or the Dr. Fraiser Crane radio show where people can submit questions and I'll share a response. Bascially free information for those in need with a blend of Psychology/Faith & 12 Step recovery based on what Ive seen be helpful for most (including myself). If you want more info on what its about go to: https://youtu.be/BQncqiiHu-o for a wind-burned-eyes longer explanation. That said, it just went from a podcast to - maybe - a full radio show this past week! Prayers appreciated!!

Do you know anyone that needs help reaching their health & fitness goals? I used to be the same. After getting an Accountability Coach things totally changed for me & now a year later I'm offering the same to others. Feel free to pass on the info. e. [email protected] w. facebook.com/nourishedstrong

What's the question people ask you that you find hardest to answer? Here's mine! http://jenniferdawnwatts.com/thatquestion/

A few of us after the Living Well brunch this past weekend

It is with great joy that I announce the opening of our new Inglewood location! Centrally located and only 10 minutes from our Centre Street location, we have opened additional offices to serve Calgarians. Going forward Jenn Betts, Erika Dawn Mohle, Karla Reimer and Farah Premji will now be working in Inglewood. Aziza Giga-Hirji, Khobi Attai, Kaylee Garside, Shezlina Haji and Ashley Shaw will be at Centre St and Cathy McCurdy will continue to offer services in Silver Springs, in NW Calgary. Should you have any questions I'd love to hear from you! Please call 403.695.7911 or email [email protected].

For Therapy Thursday this week, Aziza Giga-Hirji discusses the natural feeling of anger, including how to be aware of your anger, cues to watch for that indicate that your anger is rising, and immediate strategies that can help you mange your anger. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/anger-awareness/

It is estimated that about 1 in 5 people will experience significant anxiety at some point in their life. For Therapy Thursday this week, Farah Premji discusses how social anxiety can be caused, how it is maintained and how to overcome it. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/social-anxiety-how-it-/

This week I am pleased to feature a guest blog by the renowned Dr. Steven Brownlow, a licensed psychologist and founder of ADEPT Psychology. In his blog Gratitude, Dr. Brownlow discusses the theory of gratitude and how gratitude is invaluable as a means of self-regulation. http://adeptpsychology.com/posts/gratitude/

If God is so GOOD, why do we SUFFER? Is there anything new we can learn as we discuss this age old question? Join Q Faith Community on Nov 6 from 4-5pm at this event with Dr. Rick Love. http://whydowesuffer.eventbrite.com

For Therapy Thursday today, Aziza Giga-Hirji discusses the three components of self compassion and how to incorporate them into your life to promote self-esteem, confidence and healthy relationships. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/importance-of-self-com/

For Therapy Thursday this week, Karla Reimer continues her discussion of acceptance and and going with the flow. She elaborates on how this may include a conscious choice to stay upset and how that can be a positive decision. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/the-choice-to-stay-ups/

For Therapy Thursday, Aziza Giga-Hirji discusses the importance of empathy and outlines three steps that can be taken to build it in relationships. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/empathy-building-conne/

I am excited to welcome Aziza Giga-Hirji to the Living Well team! Aziza is a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers and has come to us with a wide range of experience, obtained from her work with Community Links, Alberta Health Services and the Brenda Strafford Foundation. Aziza is currently able to take on adults, adolescents, families and couples. To book a free 20 minute consultation or an appointment with Aziza, please contact our office at 403.695.7911 or send a request to [email protected]. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/our-t/aziza-giga-hirji/

For Therapy Thursday this week, Cathy McCurdy examines the different obvious (and not so obvious) characteristics of emotionally abusive relationships and discusses how an emotionally abusive relationship can be identified. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/are-you-in-an-emotiona/

Need a new date night idea or struggling to find a meaningful gift to give? Care about supporting a good cause? Oblivion is a semi-autobiographical story that beautifully portrays the complexities surrounding faith and queer identity. It is presented as a two part play, at Evergreen Studios on Sunday, May 15, 2016. Tickets are only $20 each and ALL proceeds to support LGBT charities. ... Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/oblivion-tickets-24245000449

This week for Therapy Thursday, I wanted to share a reading that may inspire you to reflect on healthy relating and what it may mean to you. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/a-summary-of-healthy-r/

For Therapy Thursday this week we are featuring an article that I wrote that examines the feeling of being overwhelmed and offers suggestions on how to manage or even avoid the feeling that can be difficult to deal with. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/7-ways-to-avoid-being-/

Often a simple quote can make a big difference in our lives as we meditate on its meaning. For Therapy Thursday for the month of March, join us as we discover new quotes that may help you in your day to day journey.

With the wedding season just around the corner, this week for Therapy Thursday we revisit Cathy McCurdy’s blog post about the importance of premarital counselling as a part of marriage preparation. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/why-say-yes-to-marriag/

This week for Therapy Thursday, Karla Reimer looks into compassion and how it can be very important to develop compassion in order to heal from shame and anger. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/developing-compassion-/

If you or a loved one are struggling with an addition, Living Well can help. Learn more about what causes addictions, what the warning signs of addiction are and the steps that can be taken to treat an addiction. http://www.livingwellcounselling.ca/services/addiction/