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New Year's Eve is nigh! Are you one of the many people thinking of a resolution goal that might be unrealistic? This article outlines some great new approaches to new year's resolutions, including writing them down, quelling self-criticism, and sharing your goals with a person you trust. Remember that there's nothing wrong with the person you are today just because you may want to improve something in your life! Cheers to 2019! ... https://www.psychologytoday.com//five-myths-about-new-year

Happiest of Holiday Wishes to one and all! Remember to give yourself as much love and appreciation as you share with others this holiday season - You deserve it! :)

Though the holidays can be a wonderful time of family togetherness and celebration, they can also be an intimidating and exhausting slog where we feel forced to spend time with people we would prefer to avoid. This article has some great tips on how to prepare and deal with problematic relatives or other people we see over the holidays, so that we can enjoy ourselves despite the sometimes inevitable family drama. Tip 4 is especially important as it provides an escape route i...f things get too heated, and reminds us that in reality we are not actually as trapped as we may feel. Do you practice any of these tips over the holidays? https://www.psychologytoday.com//holiday-stress-dealing-fa

A great look at the incredible value of direct, honest communication in couples. Do you recognize some of these in your own relationship? Are there some you'd like to add or experience more of? https://www.psychologytoday.com//7-more-essential-keys-suc... #relationships #mentalhealth

This is wonderful news for students on World Mental Health Day! https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-more-than-doubles-mental-

When I initially watched this, I didn't realize how relevant it actually was to me as a therapist. Without spoiling the 3 minute video, it speaks not only to the value of pets as companions, but also the way they can help us shift our perspectives of our own goals or demands we place on ourselves. There's a reason emotional support animals and therapy animals exist - they speak the language of acceptance and support without the need for words. ... https://twitter.com/dodo/status/1112776644454813696

Ending the stigma of mental health requires that we talk about mental health. It's okay to not be okay and to reach out when you need help. #BellLetsTalk