Setting Boundaries in the Workplace: Protecting Your Mental Health in 2025
You’re in the middle of a busy workday. Your inbox is flooded with messages, your phone is buzzing with Slack notifications, and your boss just asked you to take on yet another urgent project. You …Read More
Mindset Over Matter: Using Therapy to Transform Your Inner Dialogue
You’re scrolling through social media, and you see someone your age posting about their new job, their perfect relationship, or their latest travel adventure. In that moment, a flood of thoughts rushes through your mind—Why …Read More
Unplugging for Your Soul: Why a Digital Detox is Essential for Canadian Gen Zs
You’re at a party with friends, but your attention is split between your phone and the conversations happening around you. You’re scrolling through Instagram while hearing your friends talk about a recent trip or a …Read More
The Quiet Crisis: How to Recognize and Address Canadian Workplace Mental Health Struggles
It’s Monday morning, and you’re already feeling the weight of the week ahead. Your inbox is flooded, meetings are stacked back-to-back, and your phone is constantly buzzing with Slack notifications and urgent emails. You try …Read More
A Year Without Comparison: How to Stop Comparing Yourself and Start Living Fully
Imagine you’re scrolling through your Instagram feed on a lazy Sunday afternoon. As you flip through pictures of friends enjoying vacations, colleagues celebrating promotions, and influencers sharing the latest trends, a familiar feeling starts to …Read More
Setting Realistic New Year’s Resolutions for Your Mental Health
Why Traditional Resolutions Might Not Be the Best Fit
Picture this: it’s January 1st, and you’re staring at a shiny new planner or a blank note on your phone. The possibilities seem endless—this will be the …Read More
Breaking the Cycle of Holiday Obligation: Say No to Protect Your Mental Health
Imagine this: It’s early December, and your calendar is filling up fast with holiday gatherings, work parties, and family events. You’re already feeling the weight of everything on your shoulders. You’re committed to buying presents …Read More
Overcoming Financial Anxiety: A Guide to a Stress-Free Holiday Season
Did you know that the holidays can also bring a wave of financial stress? Yes! With the pressure to buy gifts, attend parties, travel, and meet social expectations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the …Read More
Burnout Blues: Strategies to Combat Workplace Stress | Real Life Counselling
Constantly connected work environment, burnout has become an increasingly common problem. The demands of modern workplaces—long hours, tight deadlines, and the pressure to perform—have led to more individuals experiencing emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion, also …Read More
FOMO Fatigue: Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out | Real Life Counselling
The fear of missing out (FOMO) has become a pervasive source of anxiety. With the constant stream of updates, notifications, and social media posts, many people feel pressured to stay engaged all the time. This …Read More