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When All is Not Merry & Bright

December 18, 2019December 17, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / Leave a comment

Most of us know that the December holiday season is not all merry and bright for many people, however we feel somehow that it is supposed to be, and when it isn't for us, there is a disconnect that can be incredibly painful. Here are some ways to care for yourself during this holiday season:

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7 Steps to Emotionally Safer Sex

July 31, 2019July 31, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / Leave a comment

Emotional safety in a sexual relationship is the best way to ensure a good sexual experience for everyone. Check out the ways to improve your sex life.

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7 Ways to Increase Your Body Positivity

June 12, 2019June 12, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 2 Comments

As women, most of us are told in one way or another throughout the course of our lives, that we are only really welcome in the world if our bodies are found to be attractive to other people based on the beauty standards of our time.

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10 Things Monogamy can learn from Polyamory – Part II

February 27, 2019April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / Leave a comment

Fear in a relationship often oppresses both people within it. It is more likely to drive people apart then together. Love is a gift. A gift is only a gift if it is freely received. We need to remember that there is enough love for everyone.

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10 Things Monogamy can Learn from Polyamory- Part I

February 20, 2019April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / Leave a comment

You cannot force someone to love and care for you, or to stay in the relationship, you can only tell them what you need and ask for what you want.

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Creating a Monogamy Agreement for Long Lasting Fidelity – A Valentine Date Idea from your local couples’ therapist;)

February 13, 2019April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 4 Comments

While it is reasonable to ask your partner for support in the area that you feel insecure about, it is not appropriate to expect a lifelong agreement that is based primarily on unresolved fears and unhealed wounds from previous relationships.

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16+ Things Counselling Can Help You With

January 23, 2019April 19, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 5 Comments

People come to counseling for all kinds of reasons. There is no wrong reason to talk to a counsellor, here are some issues that counselling can be particularly helpful with.

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Friendship in Adulthood- Couples, Singles, School aged Families & Seniors

November 21, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 6 Comments

A recent study shows that loneliness is as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes a day! And it can occur at any time in life. Here are some ways to stay connected.

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Friendship in Adulthood- Early Adulthood & Young Families

November 14, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 11 Comments

The idea that adults are supposed to have it all together and be completely independent, is a myth that affects the willingness of many to reach out to their friends for support when things are not going well.

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‘Ghosting’ and its Aftermath

November 7, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 1 Comment

Hardly anyone wants to harm another person, but often, we feel even more strongly about not wanting anyone else to be angry at us. We are uncomfortable with other people’s pain and hurt.

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About Joy Eidse

Joy Eidse is a registered Social Worker living in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She works as a counsellor for individuals wanting to work on issues related to mental health or trauma. Send Joy a message.

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