Monday, November 7th, 2011
Robert Karen PhD in his article, Forgiving Your Parents, tells us that forgiveness is the route to happiness, maturity and self-acceptance.
Check out this article if you are contemplating this question.
Monday, September 26th, 2011
Check out this article, 7 Best Pieces of Advice For People Who Want To Move Past A Rotten Childhood, by Tracy McMillan, writer for the hit TV series, Mad Men.
Ms. McMillan is no stranger to difficulty with a father with spent most of his time in jail and a prostitute mother who abandoned her. Her advice is brilliant and right to the point.
Monday, July 18th, 2011
This graphic quote from actress Carrie Fisher, reminds us that we are hurting ourselves when we resent another person, and we are giving them control over our emotional state.
Want to loosen the grip of resentment and embrace forgiveness, here are some ideas… Read more »
Monday, July 4th, 2011
Sounds so cliche, I know, trying to convince you on the benefits of pain and loss, but lets dig a little deeper. Read more »
Monday, June 13th, 2011
The answer propels you on a fault-finding mission, sets you up for agony and self-doubt. The result is diminished self-esteem and confidence.
The answer…you change the question. Read more »
Saturday, April 30th, 2011
Check out this powerful documentary about the impact of Bipolar Disorder on the family.
Family Matters, follows the lives of four families as they struggle to cope with the manic highs and devastating depressions of their family member.
Tune in on at 10pm on Tuesday May 3rd, Knowledge Network (Canada).
Monday, April 11th, 2011
So many of my clients identify themselves as “stuck”, unable to follow through on their ideas, dreams and passions. Big dreamers, poor executors and as a result little confidence and low self esteem.
Learn from Sonia how to stop the “Flaky” and become proud and productive.
Monday, April 4th, 2011
Learn about the “Masters” and “Disasters” of relationships.
Check out the article, The Top Five Signs That You Are Headed For Divorce. Watch the videotapes of the research couples demonstrating the behaviours that lead to divorce. Can you see yourself in any of these couples?
Monday, March 21st, 2011
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroscientist and brain stroke survivor, discusses the experience of a stroke. Expect to be deeply moved, entertained and inspired by this featured TED Talk.
Monday, February 28th, 2011
Do you want to know why your reactions to certain conflicts are way out of range with the actual situation?
Understanding the basics of brain functioning can help you make sense of what is happening in your relationship. Read more »
Monday, February 14th, 2011
Carl, played by Jim Carrey has become withdrawn with an increasingly negative spin on life since his divorce.
A friend invites him to a “YES!” seminar which turns his life around. Carl decides that he is going to stop being a “No Man” and vows to answer “YES!” to every opportunity, request or invitation that comes his way.
How can you apply the power of “YES” to your emotional life? Read more »
Monday, January 31st, 2011
You know that you are an optimist when you consider a setback or a disappointment to be temporary and changeable.
Are we born with an optimistic temperament? Or can we learn to live on the sunny side of the street? Read more »
Monday, January 24th, 2011
Our relationship with money can be a metaphor for our personal relationships.
A sound financial house is built on the principal of deposits outweighing withdrawals. You can view your relationship through the same lens. Read more »
Monday, December 20th, 2010
Clients are always relieved to know that there is a more accurate explanation for unhealthy patterns than the explanation they give themselves.
Usually the personal explanation is punitive, self-deprecatory, not inspiring or enlightening. Read more »
Monday, November 29th, 2010
I notice my clients will tell themselves, “I should be able to get over this” and then judge themselves harshly for being unable to do so. It’s not a matter of letting go, you would if you could.
When you move away from the confounding statement “Let It Go” then you can start to think about the idea of “Let It Be”. This changes everything. Read more »
