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BLOG AT SELF REFLECTIONS
small insights can lead to meaningful change
Our blog is a space for sharing ideas, reflections, and practical insights across mental health, relationships, nutrition, and personal growth.
Here, you’ll find a mix of educational content, gentle guidance, and thoughtful perspectives designed to support you in better understanding yourself and the world around you.
Whether you’re looking for clarity, reassurance, or simply something that resonates, these pieces are here to meet you where you are.
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Why the Therapeutic Relationship Matters More Than the Technique
Therapy isn’t just about techniques or tools, it’s about connection. This blog explores why the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of healing, safety, and meaningful change, and why being seen, understood, and met as a human matters more than any method.
Feb 2
Slacking Off Isn’t Failing: Finding Your Way Back Gently
It’s okay if you’ve slowed down. This reflective piece honours the natural ebb and flow of energy, validating the pauses, resets, and quiet returns we all experience. Slacking off isn’t failure, it’s part of being human.
Jan 3
The Reality of Life as a First Responder: PTSD, Addiction & Grief with Thad McKain
First responders run toward danger when the rest of us run away. They witness death, destruction, and suffering on a daily basis—and yet,...
Mar 24, 2025
Alcohol & Substance Addiction: A Comprehensive Guide to Root Causes & Recovery
Addiction isn’t just about drinking too much or using substances—it’s a complex interplay of biology, psychology, and environment. It’s a...
Mar 24, 2025
Silent Battle of Complex PTSD: Sean Philander on Trauma, Identity & Healing
Trauma changes everything. It doesn’t just affect a moment in time—it rewires the way we think, feel, and move through the world. And for...
Mar 21, 2025
Understanding Trauma, PTSD & Complex PTSD: The Invisible Wounds That Shape Us
Trauma is more than just a bad experience—it’s an imprint on the brain, body, and nervous system that can shape how we think, feel, and...
Mar 21, 2025
Navigating Grief After Losing Your Person: A Conversation with Sheila Kamuda
Grief is a universal experience, yet it’s deeply personal. It can feel like an all-consuming fog, making even the simplest tasks feel...
Mar 20, 2025
5 Ways to Cope with Grief and Loss: Navigating Life's Challenges
5 Ways to Cope with Grief and Loss
Mar 19, 2025
Engage, Connect, Grow: Aaron Solly’s Journey of Self-Discovery and Mental Wellness
On the Self Reflections Podcast , I had the privilege of sitting down with Aaron Solly, the founder of Engage Coaching Group, a mental...
Feb 18, 2025
How to Build Self-Worth: 5 Strategies for Mental Wellness
Welcome to the Self Reflections Blog. In this article, we delve into a subject that is both deeply personal and universally...
Feb 18, 2025
Unbreakable: How Steve Body Overcame Adversity and Found Success
On the Self Reflections Podcast , I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Steve Body, a man whose life journey is filled with...
Jan 3, 2025
Bouncing Back Stronger: 5 Practical Ways to Build Resilience in 2025
5 Practical Ways to Build Resilience in 2025
Jan 1, 2025
Exploring the Multifaceted Impacts of ADHD: From Cognitive Deficits to Functional Challenges
Understanding the ADHD Brain Welcome to the Self Reflections Blog. In this article, we will explore the cognitive and psychological...
Sep 18, 2024
Unlock the Secrets of Self-Discovery: The Power of Inner Work for Lasting Healing
Welcome to Self Reflections' Blog, a sacred space where we delve into the profound significance of inner work for healing and...
Jun 30, 2024
Navigating the Challenges of Recovery from Trauma and Eating Disorders
Welcome to Self Reflections Blog, a compassionate space where we shed light on the challenging aspects of recovery. As our clinic works...
May 31, 2024
Breaking the Cycle of Negative Self-Talk
Welcome to Self Reflections Blog At Self Reflections, we understand the power of self-talk and its profound impact on your mental...
Apr 30, 2024
The Impact of Movement on Mood and Mental Health
Welcome to Self Reflections Blog At Self Reflections, we believe that movement can be a delightful and transformative journey towards...
Mar 31, 2024
Understanding, Managing and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
Do you ever find yourself doubting your accomplishments, feeling like a fraud despite evidence of your competence, or fearing that you'll...
Feb 29, 2024
Embracing 2024: A Gentle Approach to Self Improvement & Growth
Welcome to Self Reflections blog. As we step into the promising expanse of 2024, there's a resounding message that we want to share: You...
Jan 31, 2024
Navigating the Stages of Change: Overcoming Barriers and Cultivating Intrinsic Motivation
Unleashing Your Inner Potential: Embrace the Journey of Change, Empowered and Supported Welcome to Self Reflections' Blog, a...
Sep 6, 2023
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