Stella Bird BFA MACP RP therapy for Adults, Youth and Children in Niagara

The article makes the point that Basic hygiene/feeding oneself is actually self care and that moms shouldn't have to go without. Many do. Lots of moms have been raised to self-sacrifice as a sign of effective parenting. Other types of self-care depend on our level of privilege in this society of ours. You can’t make decisions based on the feeling of guilt, because guilt is always going to be there, Dr. Lakshmin said. Think of it as working a muscle, of building up resilience against the guilt. That means starting with small new habits to develop a tolerance, she suggested... https://www.nytimes.com//02/10/parent/self-care-moms.html

Parents, caregivers, educators, child care providers, and mental health professionals To help families who are struggling financially, this course is offered for 60% OFF for $25.99 (regular price $64.99 USD). All participants will also* receive access to the self-paced online version of this course (a $65.00 value) **Note for Professionals: In terms of mental health and therapeutic care, this is an introductory level workshop only; further training based on a clinical special...Continue reading

Deb Dana teaches in-depth practices such as guided imagery, meditation, and ongoing self-inquiry, Befriending Your Nervous System offers a practical user’s manual for anyone seeking greater wellness, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. How to interpret the subtle language of the nervous system Present-moment awareness and the mechanics of choice... Your personal protection-connection equation How to cultivate and savor positive nervous states Why it’s paramount that you examine your internalized stories about the world How to discover the stillness available in every moment What actually nourishes your autonomic nervous system The continuum of resilience The process of reciprocity, rupture, and repair How to recognize physical cues of both safety and danger

"Do you know that no kids in the history of kids have ever had to do what you’re doing right now? No kids in the history of kids have ever had to do school at home, sitting in their bedroom, watching their teacher on a computer. You and your friends are making history. We closed his school-issued laptop and spent the rest of the day playing. This was supposed to be temporary and here we are a year later still trying to hold our head above water.

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How to support someone experiencing symptoms of trauma.

Sometimes we just need a little boost!

Trauma bonding is loyalty to a person who is destructive. It occurs because of cycles of abuse followed by intermittent love or reward. This treatment creates a powerful emotional bond that is extremely hard to break. People often don’t realize they are in a trauma bond while others outside the relationship can clearly see it’s destructive patterns. https://themighty.com/2020/09/trauma-bonding-signs/

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Happy First Day of Fall!

About EMDR for kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7yKY8Hm12Y

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The term ACEs is an acronym for Adverse Childhood Experiences. ACEs refers to adversity children face in the home environmentvarious forms of physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction including community and systemic causessuch as violence in the child’s community and experiences with racism and chronic poverty. There is a powerful, persistent correlation between the more ACEs experienced and the greater the chance of poor outcomes later in life, including dramatically increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, substance abuse, smoking, poor academic achievement, time out of work, and early death. https://developingchild.harvard.edu//aces-and-toxic-stre/

Listening to My Body: A guide to helping kids understand the connection between their sensations and feelings so that they can get better at figuring out what they need. https://youtu.be/92S5QdzV-uA

Oxford Cambridge has announced all books free download until *30th Sept.* Includes primary, secondary, IB programme, Cambridge Assessment international and AQA Access the below link... http://bit.ly/CXCTextbooks

From me to you!

Luke's Place partners with CLEO to deliver free family law information webinars on issues faced by women (including two-spirited, cisgender or transgender women)16 years of age and older who have been subjected to violence in their relationship.

Exploring parts of self.

Using internal family systems model to reduce stress.

WOW! Looks like there will be some the of the world's experts on childhood trauma available at a lower cost if anyone is interested in this online event. The Australian Childhood Foundation Webinar Series has organised a series of webinars with experts from Australia and overseas to explore critical and contemporary themes relevant to the neurobiology of trauma, attachment and healing. Each webinar is hosted by Dr Joe Tucci, CEO of the Australian Childhood Foundation and involves an informal interview with the experts.You can join the discussion live and/or watch the recording for up to 3 months after the date of the webinar. Each webinar will run for an hour and will take questions from the audience via live chat.

This is why traditional behavior strategies aren't consistently effective...

Your partner has a right to feel however they do, even if it’s different from how you feel. Acknowledge that your partner’s perspective is just as valid as you...rs doesn't mean you have to agree, you just need to show respect for their opinions and seek to understand. And true understanding is not possible without empathy. Learn how to improve your ability and willingness to empathize on the Gottman Relationship Blog: https://bit.ly/2GktcAI

HOPE FOR MEN PEER-TO-PEER SUPPORT FOR MALE SURVIVORS OF CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE & SEXUAL VICTIMIZATION

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It's all about perspective.

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. In 2019, there were 3823 deaths in Canada due to overdose that’s one person every two hours. We mourn all of t...he friends we have lost to overdose over the years. We are encouraging everyone to continue to learn. Continue to educate. Continue to advocate. Our hope is for a safer and healthier world for our beloved community. Look for purple ribbons in downtown City of St. Catharines and consider a trip to see Niagara Falls lit purple at 10pm. If you choose to venture out, please be mindful of social distancing and wear a mask. #ioad2020 #ioadniagara

The artist Banksy has funded a rescue boat to save refugees encountering danger in the Mediterranean Sea.The vessel's mission statement is "to uphold maritime law and rescue anyone in peril without prejudice".

https://familycourtandbeyond.ca/0 This website is provided to self-identified women (including two-spirited, cisgender or transgender women) 16 years of age and older by Luke’s Place. The material contained on this website is legal information and not legal advice: please read the disclaimer. Some legal information is specific to Ontario.

*trigger warning: substance use and adult language* Stephen Hilton is a composer, record producer and digital influencer. He and Laura Clery create some funny videos together about life, love, parenting and sometimes sobriety. He shares his story about recovery and relapse with the 12 step program in this post...

LGBTQ+ vids for kids! Lindsay and their best stuffed-friend Teddy make queer-inclusive educational videos for kiddos (ages 3+)! Queer Kid Stuff creates diverse and queer-inclusive entertainment for kids ages 3+ to imagine a kinder and more equal future. [email protected] @queerkidstuff http://queerkidstuff.com/ @queerkidstuff... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCecsVoeJcsXbAra7Sl4mOPw See more

If ever there was a time for this tool to help make hard decisions ....

We are now LIVE!! Colouring book and Teachers edition Visual Arts companion with 85 activities and a Mohawk language lexicon to promote the Ontario visual arts ...curriculum for grades 1-8.l, and bringing authentic Indigenous visual arts content to classrooms everywhere!! (Also our colouring book is beautifully curated and fun for all ages & peoples everywhere!) Available only at www.saplingandflint.ca @ Sapling & Flint Gallery See more

EMANCIPATION DAY ST. CATHARINES 2020! Presented by Matter of Black and Black Owned 905 Free online events: 30 July - 2 August

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