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Finding balance, living intentionally

Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis

January 16, 2019April 11, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 6 Comments

There are times when things feel really dark and I wonder if reusing my grocery bags is kind of like, pouring out my glass of water onto an oncoming volcanic eruption.

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On Finding the Right Therapist for You

September 12, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 3 Comments

...if you don't like your therapist, and/or you think your therapist doesn't like you, you are not likely to experience the changes your are hoping for. 

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Parenting – Sexual & Gender Identity Development

January 8, 2018April 11, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 7 Comments

Most heterosexual, cis-gender parents don’t spend much time imagining the possibility that their child’s sexuality may be different from their own. This is a mistake.

How to Reduce Suicides – A Guide for Everyone

November 29, 2017April 11, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 11 Comments

Suicide impacts all of us and speaks about who we are as a society. We can all work towards healing our society. 

What do You Really Need? – A 6 Step Complete Self-Care Assessment Guide

November 20, 2017June 20, 2019 / Joy Eidse RSW / 28 Comments

When you feel the need to withdraw, when you feel pain, restlessness, irritation, sadness or discomfort consider what it is that you actually need to care for.

How to Make a First Aid Kit for Your Emotions

September 28, 2017August 8, 2018 / Joy Eidse RSW / 18 Comments

A first aid kit is not a cure. It it is not meant to resolve any relationship issues, social issues or life challenges, but it might give you some energy to carry on.

Good Grief Work

September 27, 2017November 15, 2017 / Joy Eidse RSW / 11 Comments

Knowing what you've lost may seem like a ridiculous task, but for many people this can be more complicated than it sounds.

Depression Vs Grief – When You’re Down

September 26, 2017November 17, 2017 / Joy Eidse RSW / 18 Comments

Despite the diagnostic criteria given for depression... there is debate within the mental health community when a diagnosis or medication is appropriate.

A Good Time to Panic

September 25, 2017November 15, 2017 / Joy Eidse RSW / 21 Comments

But what if the panic is there for a reason? What if you actually are in danger? 

Bibliotherapy- Just for Fun;)

September 24, 2017November 15, 2017 / Joy Eidse RSW / 4 Comments

It is actually a book where you look up your ailment, from "broken dreams," to "tax return, fear of doing" to "cancer, having" and are given recommendations on what to read.

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Joy Eidse

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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