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Addictions
Living Well

Shame and the Antidote

  Shame is the painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behaviour. It’s extremely uncomfortable because when we

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Intimacy
Addictions
Living Well

The Pendulum of Intimacy

  Intimacy refers to a deep and mutual connection; a place where one can be emotionally vulnerable and sexually satisfied. Intimacy is dynamic with emotional,

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Hobbies
Addictions
Living Well

In Defense of Hobbies

As responsibilities pile up and stress builds, the first thing we tend to let go of are hobbies. We tell ourselves that we “don’t have

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emotions
Addictions
Living Well

Our Emotions are a Compass

  Our emotions can work like a compass, directing us to consider and address areas of our lives that require change.  Emotions provide information that

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seasonal affective disorder
Addictions
Living Well

Am I Sad or is it SAD?

  The winter months can be challenging for many reasons.  We live with shorter days and limited sunlight exposure.  We tolerate frigid temperatures that make

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Healthy conflict
Anger
Aziza Giga-Hirji

Healthy Conflict

  Conflict is normal in healthy relationships and disagreements occur in our daily lives. Some may see conflict as something negative and try to avoid

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heartbreak
Addictions
Khobi Attai

Heartbreak

  Heartbreak is a painful experience. The pain that a person goes through can be beyond words and explanations. Feeling sad, lonely, and hurt are

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