What the shades and textures we’re drawn to say about our emotional state Did you ever notice that your taste in colors changes over the years? If so, did you notice that those changes actually match your emotional state, your energy, your needs? I do and I find it fascinating. A few years ago I…
Because sometimes the most productive thing you can do is nothing Last week was another one of those difficult weeks. A lot of emotions. A lot of tears. Wednesday evening, I went to my women circle (WomanWithin) as usual. I brought something personal that needed to come out, and it did: I cried for almost…
… even if she didn’t look like it In case you don’t know, on top of being a counsellor, I’ve also been teaching mindfulness programs to children 5–11 years old and youth 12–18 for the past six years. Here is one of the most unexpected testimonials I’ve ever received: In plain text: “Hi Laure, one…
But I’m Just Human ⚠️ Note before you read: this article touches on trauma, C-PTSD, and the painful process of accepting our human limitations. If you’re in a vulnerable place right now, read with care and be gentle with yourself. If you’re having thoughts of self-harm or harming others, please reach out to a crisis line….
When something you waited for finally arrives, and the joy doesn’t. If you read my last article, you’ll know that I finally became an RTCc, short for Registered Therapeutic Counsellor candidate. Yes! At last! A designation that’s tangible: my clients can now get reimbursed by their extended health insurance, if they have one (which isn’t everybody,…
What waiting without knowing does to your body and mind Have you ever had to wait for something important? A visa, a job offer, a grade, an approval, a diagnosis, a registration? If you’re human, most likely yes. And if you’re not waiting for something right now, try to remember what it felt like. How…
I rarely write about money. It’s a real big trauma of mine, and I just don’t know how to write about it without looking like I’m a victim or a failure. In the end, I was always able to pay my bills, I only had a small debt once in my life, and I now…
This morning, I got my garbage and recycling ready, and 30 minutes later realized I had forgotten to add some paper. I quickly put it in a bag and went outside, just
I get it. It’s so frustrating when we do a lot of healing work, through self-help, or with a counsellor, and it feels like nothing is changing. Sometimes it even looks like it’s getting worse. I get it. I’ve
