Defined by Merriam-Webster, “a people-pleaser is a person who has an emotional need to please others often at the expense of his or her own needs or desires.” Doesn’t sound too good, does it? But, it’s so common. If not with everyone, we do become people-pleasers for...

We all live busier, bigger and faster lives than ever before. We fill our calendars, max out our credit cards and spend hours scrolling our smartphones comparing our lives to others. Stress, anxiety and depression are at all-time highs and the promise of a simple life...

Do you often feel like you have over-extended yourself to please others? Or that you put the needs, wishes and feelings of others before your own? Does this make you feel resentful, frustrated, overwhelmed, or depleted? Do you feel disconnected from what your body,...

What is self-commitment? What does it take to really commit to your promises and follow through in spite of the difficulties that arise along the way? Self-commitment is a promise to follow through on your accountability, or a promise to perform your intended actions....

Humour is a way to strengthen your relationship. In challenging moments, humour can help you find a silver lining and transform painful situations. What if you could find ways to laugh and play together and write a tough narrative in a positive light. The benefits of...

Our inner voices aren’t simply our thoughts. They’re an internalized collection of input from society, culture, parents, teachers, friends, partners, bosses, and other influences. While our inner voices aren’t exactly us, they’re part of us, and that means we have...

Coping with stress can be difficult, but journaling may help. Journaling can help you deal with stress, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, you can use your journal to help you improve your habits and behaviours. Journaling is a practice that has been around for...

Let's understand what feeling drained out means! If you are emotionally spent, there are several signs and symptoms that you may experience in your daily life. Some of the signs may be: Feeling negative, hopeless, and helpless about your situation Feeling unable to...

When you lose track of your self-worth and stop doing the things you love – the things that make your heart happy! – you lose a little bit of what makes you – YOU! You lose a little of your spark. And that’s not good for you or anyone else! You can decide how you want...