Healthy communication is like personal hygiene. It requires on-going effort, even during the times where we really do not feel like doing it. Social interaction with others is part of the reason why our cerebral cortex has grown in
The Heaviness That Exists During and After the Holiday Season
As the holiday season comes and goes, it is important to remember that it is not a happy and idealized time for everyone. Often, the holiday season marks the trenches within our existence and sparks memories of what we have
Is it the ‘winter blues’ or Seasonal Affective Disorder?
… Is it the ‘winter blues’ or Seasonal Affective Disorder? As we approach winter and the winter solstice, people may experience the “winter blues”. This expression generally describes a sense of lower activity levels and a mild disorientation about
Legalization of Recreational Cannabis: An opportunity for conversation about mental health
As we approach a time where cannabis is legalized in Canada, discussions relating to its impacts on physical, environmental, medical and mental health have arisen in various settings. First and foremost, substance use related costs within the health sector in
So much talk about mindfulness, but how do I do it?
Mindfulness – we all seem to be talking about it but practicing it becomes a different type of ordeal. So, what is mindfulness and how can I engage in it? The purpose of this article is to give an introduction
Resettlement, Immigration, Trauma and Canada Day
This month marks the first month that I have been at Eco-Physiotherapy providing psychotherapy. Treating persons in Southern Ontario, specifically, in the cultural diversity that exists in Mississauga and the GTA, I could not help but to write this article