As humans we don't like unknowns! In fact, some of us hate them and really struggle if things are unknown. Yet life has so many unknown components. When we get…
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Have you been dealt some unfair blows lately? Has your life been impacted by grief and loss? Has trauma blown your life apart? If you answered 'yes' to one or…
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It's interesting how many people have a workout program for their bodies but no focus on managing their mind. Why is it that we can prioritize physical fitness and not…
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Although this is known to be a joyous season it doesn't mean that it is. The Holidays can cause a sore spot to fester even more. Perhaps you are experiencing…
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I keep hearing about people having 'impostor syndrome.' I guess it's become a thing. Actually it was first referenced in 1978 followed by research done in 1985 by Dr. Pauline…
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Restrictions, lockdowns, frustrations galore...but you know what? I can do this because I am! This is a statement I learned many years ago during my Graduate Studies. I hit points…
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In most eating disorders there is a pendulum that swings from restriction (not eating enough) to binging (eating a large quantity of food in a short period of time). Although…
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We are very pleased to welcome Annika Schaefer to our Fresh Hope Counselling team. With all the stress, uncertainty and struggles intensified by the pandemic, requests for counselling help have…
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Retirement is a definite transition time, especially in the age of COVID-19 and it's impact on social interactions. When you have worked most of your adult life, the work you…
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Healthy habits and daily rituals are two ways to help overcome emotional/mindless/stress eating. Unfortunately the term 'healthy' has even become an eating disordered term on some occasions. Foods are not…
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