Individually we are designed and equipped to handle trauma because it is almost inescapable during a lifetime. Traumatic experiences resonate differently with each individual because we create our own perception of events. For example, for one family the loss of a loved one can create pain, suffering and depression whereas for another it may give…
Existentialistic ideas came out of a time in society when there was a deep sense of despair following the Great Depression and World War II. There was a spirit of optimism in society that was destroyed by World War I and its mid-century calamities. This despair has been articulated by existentialist philosophers well into the…
We are taught to ignore our internal guidance system and rely on our mental capacity to make decisions. This is ignoring our ‘intuition’ or ‘gut instinct’ or ‘subconscious’.
Everyone has an internal guidance system which connects us to a higher awareness. Some people refer to this as our connection to spirit guides, source…
Existentialism in the broader sense is a 20th century philosophy that is centered upon the analysis of existence and of the way humans find themselves existing in the world. The notion is that humans exist first and then each individual spends a lifetime changing their essence or nature.
When we fear making a decision, what we actually fear are the consequences. What are possible consequences not making changes as soon as possible?
Traumatic events may be difficult for us to move on from however theraputic intervention is the best place to turn. By seeking help from a trained professional you can seek out support in order to minimize the cause of impairment to your daily life. One technique that I have found to be interesting is called…
We are taught to ignore our internal guidance system and rely on our mental capacity to make decisions. This is ignoring our ‘intuition’ or ‘gut instinct’ or ‘subconscious’. Everyone has an internal guidance system which connects us to a higher awareness. Some people refer to this as our connection to spirit guides, source power, God,…
Do opposites really attract or do you find that your partner is almost a mirror image of yourself? When we think we’ve finally found the ‘one’ yet we considers them an opposite, this perhaps means they have opposing strengths. For example, when Jane and John first meet they realize they both have similar…
Similar to how we are able to control our thoughts we are also able to control the amount of food we eat. Two factors may be impacting your ideal weight (or weigh loss/gain), genetics and the environment which you live in. Weight struggle can affect anyone at any age. Parents may pre-dispose…
What do you think of love? What does love mean to you in it’s purest form? Many of us do not think about defining love, yet we spend our lives searching for a partner who will love us. We yearn for ‘true love’ yet, some of us spend our entire lives never experiencing what this…
Depression, anxiety and self doubt are three of the most common struggles an individual may face. Often various forms of therapies and medication have been tested, to no avail. A book by Dr. David Burns called “Feeling Good,” is highly regarded by mental health professionals when it comes to managing depression and anxiety. He speaks…
Feeling a lack of energy during the months of January and February is very common for many people. It is a time where Christmas has come and gone and our family and friends resume their regular work or school schedule. During these months it is common that we try to implement our New Year’s resolutions,…
