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16+ Things Counselling Can Help You With

January 23, 2019April 19, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, 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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Finding Hope in the Climate Crisis

January 16, 2019April 11, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, 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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Caring for your Mental Health During the Holiday Season

December 19, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 3 Comments

Start by thinking back to previous years, what was the most enjoyable parts of previous seasons? Make sure that those things are central in your planning, in terms of how much time you spend on these, versus the parts you enjoyed the least.

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7 Ways to Avoid Avoiding

September 19, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 5 Comments

 Continuing to avoid things we know we will need to face means that we are carrying an extra weight, even when we think we are ignoring it.

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When Love is New – 10 Ways to Improve Chances of Longevity

August 29, 2018April 9, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 4 Comments

Feelings do not go away if you bury them, they cause damage internally which sometimes leaks into destructive behaviour, the kind which can put couples in crisis.

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Sensing and Intuitive Partners

February 12, 2018April 11, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 3 Comments

You don’t have to have the same interests to connect but being interested in your partner and who they are will keep the two of you connected.

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

November 20, 2017June 20, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, 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.

“I’m Sorry” 8 Steps to a Good Apology

October 24, 2017April 25, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 19 Comments

When someone shows signs of being emotionally hurt or angry about your words or actions, or tells you that something you did or said hurt them, ask them what it was you said or did to hurt them and how that has impacted them.

Addiction, Your Best Frenemy?

October 14, 2017April 25, 2019 / Joy Eidse MSW, RSW / 14 Comments

But if we start with the assumption that humans are rational creatures whose primary concern is their own survival, then we need to assume that people made decisions regarding their behaviors and substance use for a reason. Sometimes, for a very good reason.

How to Make a First Aid Kit for Your Emotions

September 28, 2017August 8, 2018 / Joy Eidse MSW, 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.

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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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