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I don't know about you, but this has been a tough parenting season for us. The fear is real, the hard conversations are in full swing, and it seems like the sma...llest things require significant cost/benefit analyses. I thought it might be a good time to dig back into The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting research. It's been helping us (huge thanks to all of the research participants). This first learning is a reminder of the core finding from this research: Some of the best strategies rely on modeling the behaviors we want to see. Turns out that we need to be the adult that we want our kids to grow up to be. Dammit. There is immeasurable power in our children watching us practice self-kindness vs. berating ourselves or putting ourselves down when we stumble, fail, or make mistakes. And, no matter how we encourage them to talk to themselves, they are definitely watching to see what really matters. And, letting them in on our process is equally as powerful: "I really dropped the ball today and I'm struggling to be kind to myself about it and talk to myself the way I'd talk to someone I love." Modeling, normalizing that it isn't easy, and connecting. Y'all have a great weekend! Awkward, brave and kind, folks.

Warm words on a chilly fall Monday From by Brené Brown. #mondaymood #brenebrownquotes

Burnout. We’re all there. It’s exhausting. The good news? There’s a path through it. In this episode of #UnlockingUs I talk to Drs. Emily and Amelia Nagoski abo...ut their book, Burnout. I’ve been practicing their 7 complete the stress cycle strategies since we recorded the podcast and I must say: Total game changer! HUGE learning for me: Dealing with the STRESSOR is just one part of dealing with burnout. The other part is dealing with the STRESS by completing the stress cycle and getting through that emotions tunnel. You can listen to our conversation here: https://bit.ly/3iRRX4Q

#worldmentalhealthday2020 "This year’s World Mental Health Day, on 10 October, comes at a time when our daily lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The past months have brought many challenges: for health-care workers, providing care in difficult circumstances, going to work fearful of bringing COVID-19 home with them; for students, adapting to taking classes from home, with little contact with teachers and friends, and anxious about their futu...res; for workers whose livelihoods are threatened; for the vast number of people caught in poverty or in fragile humanitarian settings with extremely limited protection from COVID-19; and for people with mental health conditions, many experiencing even greater social isolation than before. And this is to say nothing of managing the grief of losing a loved one, sometimes without being able to say goodbye" - World Health Organization. Watch WHO's live event here: https://m.facebook.com/WHO and learn more about #worldmentalhealthday here: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day

Today we honour those affected by residential schools and its impact on indigenous communities, and commit to ongoing reconciliation and hope. Visit https://www.orangeshirtday.org/phyllis-story.html to learn about Phyllis's experience in the residential school system in her own words. #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday #orangeshirtday2020...

Happy Labour Day from all of us at Maratos Counselling and Consulting Services!

Hey Everybody! Here’s an interview I did earlier this year. It’s time to set goals and focus on wellness. We’re heading into uncharted territory (again). . Be kind to yourself and take control of your wellness! We’ve got your back!

September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day. This year's theme focusses on working together to prevent suicide by promoting hope and resiliency within our communities. "When someone is struggling... check in with them regularly; see how they are doing listen supportively to what they have to say... remember that you don’t have to have all the answers know and introduce the resources of their area, if they need additional support be prepared to assist them in finding information, but don’t take over as that reinforce their sense of helplessness. Resources are available to you and your community. Search the CASP Directory at www.suicideprevention.ca/need-help" - Canadian Association of Suicide Prevention *If you need immediate help or support, please contact your local hospital, contact Crisis Services Canada Call1.833.456.4566|Text 45645 Or visit https://suicideprevention.ca/Need-Help to find local resources.

Gabor Maté, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction

Hey Everybody! Here’s an interview I did earlier this year. It’s time to set goals and focus on wellness. We’re heading into uncharted territory (again). . Be kind to yourself and take control of your wellness! We’ve got your back!

It's okay to go at your own pace. It's okay to talk. Photo/illustration credit: @laurajaneillustrations #itsokaytotalk #itsokaynottobeokay... #clinicaltherapy #brantfordtherapy #brantfordtherapist #ontariocounsellor #counselorsofinstagram #counsellorsofinstagram #ontariotherapist #therapistsofinstagram #therapy #therapygurus #holdingspace #empathymatters #compassionatetherapist #compassion #psychotherapistsofinstagram #psychotherapists #psychotherapy See more

It's okay to go at your own pace. It's okay to talk. Photo/illustration credit: @laurajaneillustrations #itsokaytotalk #itsokaynottobeokay... #clinicaltherapy #brantfordtherapy #brantfordtherapist #ontariocounsellor #counselorsofinstagram #counsellorsofinstagram #ontariotherapist #therapistsofinstagram #therapy #therapygurus #holdingspace #empathymatters #compassionatetherapist #compassion #psychotherapistsofinstagram #psychotherapists #psychotherapy See more

Do you know a new or expecting mother? The postpartum period can be challenging. Here are some ways to support new moms from @momdocpsychology Photo credit: @momdocpsychology

Interesting...I think as therapists we often take for granted that our clients understand the process. But the movies are not the best reference for the therapeutic relationship! The decision to connect with a therapist is a big one. A little bit of background info on what to expect never hurts when going into a new situation.

"For what they believe is what they will become" Photo credit: @themompsychologist

Let's talk #emotionalwellness ! Quote and photo credit: @gather.ground. Follow for more wellness resources! #sitwithyourself #emotionalhealth #emotionalintelligence

"For what they believe is what they will become" Photo credit: @themompsychologist

#MindfulnessMonday from the pages of "The Mindful Way through Depression Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness"

A great reminder from @drheidigreen for #therapythursday!

What does your new "normal" look like? #brenebrownquotes #brenebrown Photo credit: Unknown source

#tuesdaythoughts Photo credit: @apeaceofwerk

True empathy allows us to see the world as others see it while leaving our beliefs and presumptions aside. #brenebrownquotes #wednesdaywisdom

Happy Father's Day from the MCCS team!

#mindfulness is about being consciously aware, open, and non-judgmental in our present moment. It is important to reflect and recognize if we are too focused in the past and future to reconnect to the present! Follow @journey_to_wellness_ for more tips! Photo credit: @journey_to_wellness_

A great reminder from @mombrain.therapist !

Sharing this to remind us that it's ok for men to be vulnerable and nurture their mental health. It's not weakness. It's the ultimate act of strength.

A must listen with Austin Channing Brown and Brené Brown!

What do you tell yourself when you're feeling discouraged? Photo credit: WholeHearted School Counseling #repost #therapythursday

Professor Ibram X. Kendi, author of "How to Be an Antiracist" talks with Brené Brown about "understanding uprooting racism and inequality in our society and in ourselves."