Kaylie Rodriguez, R.Psych
5316, 7005 Fairmount Drive S.E. T2H0K4 Calgary, AB, Canada

The more you connect to "who am I?", the clearer your boundaries will become. Having a sense of your values and being connected to your feelings will guide you through this process. Lean into your inner self! __________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yyc #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #selflove #selfcare #assertiveness #codependency #codependentnomore #clarity #selfcarejourney #values #whoami

Grateful! Received my vaccine today! Stay healthy everyone! This is a virus we need to learn how to live with for the time being. _________________________________ #yycpandemic #yycneighbours #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yyc #yychealthcare #healthcareworkers #psychologist #covid19 #vaccinationdone #sss #vaccine

Back to work in the office today! Grateful to have taken time to myself and family to recharge. I'm happy to be back at work as I love what I do! I appreciate the vulnerability and courage my clients display as they show up. Therapy is hard work. "It works, if you work it, and you're worth it" _________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yyctherapy #yychealth #yychealing #yyc #mentalhealth #recharge #therapy #selfcare #selfcarejourney

Yes! Having boundaries doesn't mean you're mean or a *itch! Having boundaries is a practice of kindness to yourself and others. It is based on honesty. It creates an opportunity for healthy and authentic relationships all around. ____________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yycfempreneurs #yycmomboss #yycwomenentrepreneurs #yycmoms #yycliving #yyclife #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #selflove #honesty #authentic #genuine #relationships

These are two clues that a boundary is needed! Often times, people.may over extend themselves, overdo it, over commit themselves etc. Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted would suggest you have too much on your plate. . I took this week off of work to be with my family during Easter break. It was a proactive boundary (one I set ahead of time) as I anticipated I would be feeling tired from the busy-ness of work and life. I'm so glad I set this boundary as I have needed the time ...to recharge and reconnect! . What clues are suggesting you need a boundary? Comment below! ________________________________ #yyc #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #selflove #burnout #exhaustion #overwhelmed #selfcare See more

Boundaries can be internal. These are guidelines and/or limits we set with ourselves. For example, you may create a boundary on how.much head space you give to something. You may create a boundary around your self talk and eliminate words like always and never. You may create a boundary regarding your schedule - when you go to sleep, work schedule limits, spending time with yourself, etc. Boundaries are limitless! . What's an internal boundary you have? Comment below! ___________________________________ #yyc #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #selflove #selfcare #codependency #codependentnomore #coda #codarecovery #internalboundaries

This has been such a wonderful week of adventures with my girls. Although our plans changed with the restrictions announced earlier in the week, we made the best out of it! My girls showed such resiliency by expressing their feelings (disappointment) but then displayed a willingness to plan and explore differently! . I will be back to work Monday. We will finish our weekend off with some low key activities and family time. This was a much needed break! ____________________________________ #yyc #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yycneighbours #yycmomboss #yycwomenentrepreneurs #yycmoms #yycliving #yycnow #yyclife #yycvacation

A boundary doesn't always have to be communicated. It is up to you to honor your boundaries. As an example, if you're uncomfortable with gossip, you have a choice in which conversations you participate in. ________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yycneighbours #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #boundariesarehealthy #healthyboundaries #codependency #codependentnomore #coda #codarecovery

Wishing you all a Happy Easter and long weekend! . I will be off spending time with my family through to next week, recharging, and connecting! I will share some of our adventures along the way! Be sure to check out my stories as well! . Thanks to @prairiespiritalpacas for the alpaca photo opportunity! Hazel says Happy Easter too!_________________________________... #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yycneighbours #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #yycmomboss #yycwomeninbiz #yycwomenentrepreneurs #yycmoms #yycliving #yyclife #yycnow #yyceaster #yyckindness #yyccounseling See more

Journal prompt: How do you feel when other people have boundaries? What thoughts and feelings come up for you? Do you take it personally? Other people's boundaries are for them and not about you! __________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yyc #codependency #enmeshment #relationships #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #codarecovery #codependentnomore #coda #selfcare #selflove #journalprompts #journal

Take the pressure off of yourself. Boundaries are just for now, not forever. You don't have to have it all figured out. Just ask yourself what you need in this present moment. Start there. Be gentle with yourself. _________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #yycsupportlocal #yycsmallbusiness #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #codependency #codependentnomore #coda #selfcare #gentle #compassion #justfortoday #fornow

Moments like these cause me to pause and take it all in. I feel grounded, connected and full of awe. Sometimes the weight of the world feels heavy and like it's crashing in. But in moments like this I see the vast expanse of the world, the freedom and lightness. I take a deep breath in and feel a spiritual groundedness. Thank you for these moments. . And to my girls, the world is yours to explore! ________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #supportlocalyyc #exploreyyc #yyc #yycwomeninbusiness #yycmomboss #gratitude #connection #blessed #grounded #freeing #freedom #lightness #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening

How is everyone feeling this Friday? I'm feeling a bit tired, I don't think this weather helps! I want to cozy up and relax at home. . I have some time booked off over the Easter break. I've realized that I haven't taken "vacation time" as I'm not going on vacation! It is funny how our brains pair and associate things. I realized I need a personal vacation for my own self care and health, regardless of not going anywhere! I can feel my energy levels depleting so am looking f...orward to it! One more week to go! . PS. What do you think of my new glasses? Completely out of my comfort zone! ____________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #yycsupportlocal #covid19 #staycation #yyc #relax #fridayfeels #weekend #selfcare #glasses #eyeglasses See more

A breath of fresh air...sometimes it feels like the world is collapsing inwards, like the walls are closing in. Your feelings are valid and important to acknowledge. Once in the process, you don't need to stay stuck. By releasing those feelings, you can shift your perspective. Feel the vastness and openness of the world around, appreciate the opportunities that may be right in front of you. Take a breath of fresh air and be gentle with yourself and each other. Stay healthy everyone. __________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #yyccounselling #yycsmallbiz #yycbossbabe #covid19 #anxiety #fear #worry #pandemic #selfcare #feelings #feelthefeelings #spirituality #trust #opportunities #healing #begentle

This is a common misconception about boundaries- theynwill create space or distance in a relationship. This isn't true. Boundaries will provide a reality check of the space or distance that is already there. This can be jarring. However, it is part of the emotional processing that comes with boundaries. ____________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yycmentalhealth #yycsmallbiz #yycsupport #supportlocalyyc #yycwomen #boundariesarehealthy #boundaries #settingboundariesisselfcare #healthyboundaries #healthyrelationships #codependency #codependentnomore #coda #codarecovery

Many of us are experiencing so many feelings right now. It can get overwhelming, confusing, frustrating and even scary. Regardless of your feelings, treat them like visitors in your home. If you hold them hostage, try and stuff them away, feelings will build and an explosion will happen. This can look like anger outbursts, panic attacks or even numbness. Let feelings go. ______________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #yyccounselling #feelings #overwhelmed #panic #fear #anxiety #stress #grief #sadness #shame #anger #letgo #lettinggo #release #yycfempreneurs #supportlocalyyc #psychologist

Words are powerful. . This is my beautiful (inside and out) daughter. She left for school this morning feeling excited for their virtual Christmas Concert. They were to wear their "Sunday best." . As her day went on, another girl asked her "why are you wearing that? Why is your dress so long? Why is your dress so puffy? You look like a Christmas tree!" The questions and comments continued.... . She received a lot of compliments too. But when she shared about her day after school, those are the comments that stood out to her. She felt judged and self conscious. I'm thankful she intends to wear her dress again because SHE likes it. . Words are powerful. Good life lesson today. We talked about how words can be used against you and for you. Be kind. Be yourself, and honor your own feelings. If my daughter likes her dress, that's what is important. . P.S. It is so much bigger than a dress. We can all learn from this. We are in such a challenging time. Now more than ever, let's not judge, let's be kind. ___________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #yyccounselling #bully #bullying #bekind #beyou #selflove #kindness #christmas #friends #powerofwords #judge #confidence #selfesteem See more

Do you have hope? When you have hope it keeps you in a place of openness and alertness to accept what is coming. You are deserving of hope. __________________________________ #hope #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #acceptance #openness #faith #opportunity #trust #spirituality #spiritualjourney #journey #journeyoflife #yyc #yyctherapy #higherpower #god #godisgood #universe

Lest we forget. . They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, ... nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. ________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #yycfempreneurs #yycmomboss #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycbossbabe #remembranceday #flandersfields #remembrance #rememberanceday2020 See more

When you don't feel heard, what do you do? Do you try harder to "MAKE " the other person understand? Or do you see this as information in and of itself? Sometimes, people don't have the capacity to hear you and understand you. You are powerless over other people. Remember your feelings are valid. If you aren't feeling heard, what is this telling you? Explore your own communication, but also remember the other person may not be able to hear you. ________________________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yyc #mentalhealth #support #listening #feelings #feelthefeelings #whatsthistellingyou #powerless #understanding #acknowledge #capacity #assertive #boundaries #selfcare #selflove #feelingsarevalid #communication #communicating #listener #empathy

Effective Communication

The power of affirmations! I love that my 3 yr old can come up with a whole list! However, today she isn't feeling so "amazing" and that's ok! #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #affirmations #positiveaffirmations #youthmentalhealth #childrensaffirmations #calgarypsychologist #selfcare #selflove #confidence #selfesteem

Love with acceptance and willingness. Can you let go of expectations of yourself and others and pour love and compassion in? __________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyc #mentalhealth #yycmentalhealth #relationships #love #willingness #letgo #selflove #bekind #bekindtoyourself #relationshipgoals #authentic #acceptance

Do your insides match your outsides? How congruent are you with your internal truth and your external presentation? Are you authentic or are you wearing a mask? How are you really feeling? So often, people will hide how they are feeling. It takes a heck of a lot of courage to be vulnerable and share your feelings. You no longer need to scream on the inside. YYC Psychology is a safe place to share and process your feelings. Send a DM today to book an appointment. ____...____________________________________ #yycpsychologist #yycpsychology #yyccounselling #yyc #mentalhealth #feelthefeelings #feelings #sharing #talktherapy #healing #emotionalhealth #emotionalprocessing #yycfempreneurs #psychologist #calgarypsychologist #calgary #alberta #selfcare #counseling #authenticity #congruence #codependency #holistichealth #anxiety #shame #depression See more