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What Does Your Favourite Colour Say About You?

What does your favourite colour say about your personality? Explore the hidden meanings behind your favourite colour and learn how your colour preferences reflect your traits.
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July 19, 2025
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What Does Your Favourite Colour Say About You?

What does your favourite colour say about your personality? Explore the hidden meanings behind your favourite colour and learn how your colour preferences reflect your traits.
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13 min
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July 19, 2025
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Newcomer Mental Health: Supporting the Well-Being of Immigrants and Refugees

Newcomers struggle with resettlement stress or cultural adjustment. Learn how Canada supports Newcomers' mental health and well-being through tailored programs and services that build resilience and healing.
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July 19, 2025
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Newcomer Mental Health: Supporting the Well-Being of Immigrants and Refugees

Newcomers struggle with resettlement stress or cultural adjustment. Learn how Canada supports Newcomers' mental health and well-being through tailored programs and services that build resilience and healing.
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July 19, 2025
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Pre-Wedding Jitters: How to Fight Wedding Anxiety

Struggling with pre-wedding anxiety or cold feet? Learn practical ways to calm your nerves, ease wedding jitters, and feel confident and excited for your big day.
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12 min
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July 19, 2025
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Pre-Wedding Jitters: How to Fight Wedding Anxiety

Struggling with pre-wedding anxiety or cold feet? Learn practical ways to calm your nerves, ease wedding jitters, and feel confident and excited for your big day.
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July 19, 2025
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Group Activities and Exercises

Learn effective Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) group activities and exercises. Improve mental health with DBT techniques designed to enhance mindfulness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
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July 19, 2025
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Group Activities and Exercises

Learn effective Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) group activities and exercises. Improve mental health with DBT techniques designed to enhance mindfulness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance.
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July 19, 2025
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) vs Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Which is More Effective for Anxiety Disorders

CBT vs DBT: Understand the differences between Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. Find the right and best therapy for you!
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July 19, 2025
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) vs Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Which is More Effective for Anxiety Disorders

CBT vs DBT: Understand the differences between Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. Find the right and best therapy for you!
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15 min
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July 19, 2025
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Somatic Release Therapy: Using Somatic Experiencing to Release Trauma and Restore the Mind-Body Connection

Discover how somatic release therapy helps heal trauma by connecting mind and body through somatic experiencing, body awareness, and therapeutic approaches.
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15 min
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July 19, 2025
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Somatic Release Therapy: Using Somatic Experiencing to Release Trauma and Restore the Mind-Body Connection

Discover how somatic release therapy helps heal trauma by connecting mind and body through somatic experiencing, body awareness, and therapeutic approaches.
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15 min
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July 19, 2025
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Pros and Cons of Being a Therapist: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Realities of Working in the Mental Health Sector

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of being a therapist. Explore the pros and cons, rewards, and challenges of a career in psychology and psychotherapy.
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July 19, 2025
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Pros and Cons of Being a Therapist: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Realities of Working in the Mental Health Sector

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of being a therapist. Explore the pros and cons, rewards, and challenges of a career in psychology and psychotherapy.
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July 19, 2025
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AI for Therapy: Is Using ChatGPT as a Therapist Friend or Foe When It Comes to Professional Help

Is ChatGPT a friend or foe in therapy? Explore how using AI chatbots like ChatGPT compares to a human therapist in psychotherapy and mental health support.
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July 11, 2025
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AI for Therapy: Is Using ChatGPT as a Therapist Friend or Foe When It Comes to Professional Help

Is ChatGPT a friend or foe in therapy? Explore how using AI chatbots like ChatGPT compares to a human therapist in psychotherapy and mental health support.
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July 11, 2025
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A Guide to Navigating a Summer Fling: What It Means and How You Can Save Your Mental Health

Navigate a summer fling with clarity. Learn what a no-strings-attached relationship means and how to save your mental health during this short-term summer romance.
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June 20, 2025
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A Guide to Navigating a Summer Fling: What It Means and How You Can Save Your Mental Health

Navigate a summer fling with clarity. Learn what a no-strings-attached relationship means and how to save your mental health during this short-term summer romance.
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June 20, 2025
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I Have No Job and I am Depressed — How Unemployed People Can Cope with Unemployment Depression

Learn how unemployed people can cope with unemployment depression. Find tips to manage stress of unemployment and rebuild self-esteem after job loss.
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June 2, 2025
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I Have No Job and I am Depressed — How Unemployed People Can Cope with Unemployment Depression

Learn how unemployed people can cope with unemployment depression. Find tips to manage stress of unemployment and rebuild self-esteem after job loss.
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June 2, 2025
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When is Mother's Day in Canada 2025? Gift Ideas Every Mother Will Love!

Celebrate Mother's Day with the best gift ideas every mother will love. Make your mom feel truly special this year with these thoughtful ideas.
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April 23, 2025
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Understanding Rumination: What It Is, Why It Happens, and Tips to Help You Stop Ruminating

What is rumination? Rumination involves repetitive thinking, often linked to depression and anxiety. Learn symptoms, causes and consequences, and how to stop it.
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April 23, 2025
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Recognizing the Signs of Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome and Healing from Its Lasting Impact

Recognize signs of narcissistic abuse, understand its effects and narcissistic victim syndrome. Learn about the long-term effects of narcissistic behaviour.
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April 23, 2025
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Is it Wrong to Have a Crush on Your Therapist?

Explore the complexities of developing feelings for your therapist and learn why it's more common than you think to have a crush on them.
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March 18, 2025
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Is Seeing a Therapist Once a Month Enough? Understanding How Often You Should Go to Therapy

Wondering if seeing a therapist once a month is enough? Learn how often you should go to therapy to see meaningful progress, achieve lasting results, and maximize your mental well-being.
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March 17, 2025
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Reasons Why You Should Go to Therapy and When to See a Therapist

Discover the key reasons why you should go to therapy, recognize when it’s time to see a therapist, and learn how therapy can help enhance your mental health and well-being.
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March 17, 2025
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Things to Talk About in Therapy: Topics for Your Therapy Session

Struggling to find things to talk about in therapy? Explore topics to discuss with your therapist, whether it’s your first session or a follow-up, and make the most of your mental health journey.
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March 17, 2025
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How to Start Therapy: Recognizing When it's Time to Start Therapy

Wondering how to start therapy? Learn tips to help you recognize when it's time to go to therapy and find the right therapist for your wellness journey.
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March 17, 2025
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What to Expect and Not in Your First Therapy Session: Preparing For Your First Therapy

Feeling nervous about your first therapy session? Learn what to expect, what not to expect, and what to prepare for as you start your journey with your therapist.
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March 6, 2025
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How to Prepare for Your First Therapy Session: Essential Tips to Help You Prepare

Feeling anxious about your first therapy session? Learn how to start your therapy journey with essential tips to help you prepare for your first appointment.
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March 6, 2025
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