4 Ways to Make Life More Worthwhile

Have you found yourself feeling lost? Not enjoying your life?   Or with thoughts of giving up? Then you need to find a reason to live. And not a reason to “just live” but a reason to live well. With these 4 methods of finding a reason to live, you can start getting excited for tomorrow. [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:39:54-07:00March 15th, 2015|Men's Issues, Mental Health|Comments Off on 4 Ways to Make Life More Worthwhile

How Depression Effects Male Libido and What to Do About It

How Depression Effects Male Libido and What to Do About It Of all the psychological and physiological effects of depression, one of the most devastating, especially for men, can be the sexual consequences.  It can cause an overall loss of passion, an issue with coming to orgasm or even a compulsive need for sexual release. The diagnosis of [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:40:25-07:00February 1st, 2015|Depression, Educational, Men's Issues, Mental Health|Comments Off on How Depression Effects Male Libido and What to Do About It

7 Ways Men Can Boost Their Physical & Mental Health

7 Ways Men Can Boost Their Physical & Mental Health Every man is a unique individual and each man should consume foods with vitamins and minerals that match their physical make-up to boost their mental health along with their psychological outlook. Men who experience anxiety, depression and other varying moods can learn how to overcome [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:41:09-07:00January 20th, 2015|Men's Issues, Mental Health, Self-Care Strategies, Self-Esteem|Comments Off on 7 Ways Men Can Boost Their Physical & Mental Health

Giving the Gift of Self-Care: How to Replace Holiday Triggers With Tenderness

Giving the Gift of Self-care: How to Replace Holiday Triggers With Tenderness The holidays can be a time of joy, celebration, and reconnection, but our high expectations for this season can sometimes send us into scary spirals of doubt and depression. Reducing stress during the holidays means spending time taking care of yourself, and working [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:42:22-07:00December 17th, 2014|Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Educational, Self-Care Strategies, Stress|Comments Off on Giving the Gift of Self-Care: How to Replace Holiday Triggers With Tenderness

Are You Depressed? Consider Volunteering

In my blog posts I do my best to give some solid approaches to managing life and mental health concerns more easily. The concept of volunteering to help those in need is a point I would very strongly like to encourage you to consider if you are someone who often feels depressed, 'down in the [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:44:04-07:00September 16th, 2013|Depression, Educational, Self-Care Strategies, Self-Esteem|Comments Off on Are You Depressed? Consider Volunteering

Emotional Management Strategies for Depression and Anxiety

Depression, anxiety, and other emotional problems are issues that many people struggle with. Often, these problems interfere with everyday life and general well-being. I have read a statistic saying that 80% of the population in North America will suffer from some degree of depression at some point in their lives. There are self-care strategies that [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:44:37-07:00July 22nd, 2013|About Counselling, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Educational, Self-Care Strategies|Comments Off on Emotional Management Strategies for Depression and Anxiety

Men Benefit From Therapy Too

Everyone has problems they have to face. Sometimes it will seem like a better idea to face them alone. This is not always going to be the best way to handle things. Typically, in our society, men are not allowed to show signs of weakness or to admit they are having problems. As a man, [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:45:10-07:00May 21st, 2013|About Counselling, Addictions, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Grief and Loss, Men's Issues, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, Trauma|Comments Off on Men Benefit From Therapy Too

Reaching Out for Help is Not a Sign of Weakness

Men really struggle with asking for help. We all know the analogy of never asking for directions. I get it, it's important to you to figure things out on your own. You are likely trying to avoid feelings of shame that you don't know absolutely everything and can't resolve this particular dilemma on your own. [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:45:16-07:00May 20th, 2013|About Counselling, Men's Issues|Comments Off on Reaching Out for Help is Not a Sign of Weakness

Exercise is the Best Thing You Can Do to Fight Depression

Getting some sort of exercise is the best medicine for depression. Now this doesn't necessarily mean an hour long work out at the gym as that likely seems very overwhelming to you if you are suffering from depression. Start small. Go for a walk after work or on your lunch break. Or, start with 5 [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:45:22-07:00May 9th, 2013|Depression|Comments Off on Exercise is the Best Thing You Can Do to Fight Depression

Dealing with Depression and Anxiety During the Holidays

Useful Tips for Better Daily Living #2  (2007 Newsletter Archive) Understanding the "Holiday Blues" The holiday season can be a difficult time for many. It is meant to bring joy and celebration but sometimes this time of year can bring sadness and despair. Changes in life, such as being separated from family and friends, or [...]

By |2017-10-27T21:46:04-07:00May 5th, 2013|Depression, Newsletter Archives|Comments Off on Dealing with Depression and Anxiety During the Holidays

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