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Getting Healthy Again
For the past few weeks I have been writing about the three unhealthy roles that people assume when they have experienced serious hurts in their lives. The Karpman's Triangle identifies...
Getting Healthy Again
For the past few weeks I have been writing about the three unhealthy roles that people assume when they have experienced serious hurts in their lives. The Karpman's Triangle identifies...
Are You a Rescuer or Enabler?
Sometimes people have been hurt so badly that they don't want to face it. Instead, they use their compassion and skills to help other people rather than deal with their...
Are You a Rescuer or Enabler?
Sometimes people have been hurt so badly that they don't want to face it. Instead, they use their compassion and skills to help other people rather than deal with their...
Are You a Perpetrator or Offender? Part Two (Ac...
When people are hurt they sometimes use "acting in" behaviours that actually cause even more hurt and difficulties. Perhaps you are dealing (or not dealing) with your hurt from the...
Are You a Perpetrator or Offender? Part Two (Ac...
When people are hurt they sometimes use "acting in" behaviours that actually cause even more hurt and difficulties. Perhaps you are dealing (or not dealing) with your hurt from the...
Are You a Perpetrator or Offender? Part One (Ac...
When people are hurt they sometimes respond with acting out behaviours. These choices actually make the situation worse for the individual and causes hurt for other people. Following are some...
Are You a Perpetrator or Offender? Part One (Ac...
When people are hurt they sometimes respond with acting out behaviours. These choices actually make the situation worse for the individual and causes hurt for other people. Following are some...
Are You a Victim or Martyr?
Deep-down every person has a hurt. No matter how wonderful you think that your childhood was, there were times when you probably felt abused or neglected. You see, parents cannot...
Are You a Victim or Martyr?
Deep-down every person has a hurt. No matter how wonderful you think that your childhood was, there were times when you probably felt abused or neglected. You see, parents cannot...
Use It or Lose It! Surviving in a Difficult Eco...
It doesn't matter whether you are listening to local, provincial, national or international news - the message is the same. Falling oil prices have threatened the economies of several countries...
Use It or Lose It! Surviving in a Difficult Eco...
It doesn't matter whether you are listening to local, provincial, national or international news - the message is the same. Falling oil prices have threatened the economies of several countries...
News Trends
It is now ten years since I began writing weekly newspaper columns. Things have changed a great deal during that time. Some have predicted that because of technology, newspapers and...
News Trends
It is now ten years since I began writing weekly newspaper columns. Things have changed a great deal during that time. Some have predicted that because of technology, newspapers and...
God Keep Our Land
Since childhood, I have been advised that it is safer to stay away from discussing politics or religion. There is therefore some risk in writing this one for Canada Day....
God Keep Our Land
Since childhood, I have been advised that it is safer to stay away from discussing politics or religion. There is therefore some risk in writing this one for Canada Day....
Face the Fear!
Fear can be a very crippling emotion. It can lead to anxiety, worry and inactivity. The best way to deal with it, however, is to face it and take action....
Face the Fear!
Fear can be a very crippling emotion. It can lead to anxiety, worry and inactivity. The best way to deal with it, however, is to face it and take action....
How to Ruin Relationships
When I first heard about text messaging, I wasn't at all sure that I would like or even use it. Now, however, I can honestly say that I see that...
How to Ruin Relationships
When I first heard about text messaging, I wasn't at all sure that I would like or even use it. Now, however, I can honestly say that I see that...
Suicide Risk
According to Alberta Health Services, this province has a higher rate of suicide than the national average. In fact, suicide is a leading cause of death in Alberta surpassing motor...
Suicide Risk
According to Alberta Health Services, this province has a higher rate of suicide than the national average. In fact, suicide is a leading cause of death in Alberta surpassing motor...
Why A Psychologist?
I have seen over 7,000 clients in the past few years. They do not all live in Medicine Hat. In fact, many travel long distances for their appointments. You might...
Why A Psychologist?
I have seen over 7,000 clients in the past few years. They do not all live in Medicine Hat. In fact, many travel long distances for their appointments. You might...
Win, Win With Izzy Dolls
I have always believed that when we focus on the needs of others, our own problems seem smaller. In March I became aware of a wonderful project that everyone can...
Win, Win With Izzy Dolls
I have always believed that when we focus on the needs of others, our own problems seem smaller. In March I became aware of a wonderful project that everyone can...
Where Are You? You Are Here
Approaching or entering a very large, unfamiliar mall or airport for the first time can be a daunting task. People, noise and the unknown are often accompanied by feelings of...
Where Are You? You Are Here
Approaching or entering a very large, unfamiliar mall or airport for the first time can be a daunting task. People, noise and the unknown are often accompanied by feelings of...
Three "C"s
Sometimes life is difficult and we don't know how to cope with it. Strong emotions of fear, anger or sadness well up within and spill out into our behaviours. Others...
Three "C"s
Sometimes life is difficult and we don't know how to cope with it. Strong emotions of fear, anger or sadness well up within and spill out into our behaviours. Others...
A Day Off!
May 24th was the date that Queen Victoria of England was born. On her thirty-fifth birthday, in 1854, legislation was passed to celebrate her birthday in Canada. That year, over...
A Day Off!
May 24th was the date that Queen Victoria of England was born. On her thirty-fifth birthday, in 1854, legislation was passed to celebrate her birthday in Canada. That year, over...
A New Princess
The eyes of the world have been focused on England since the fall of 2014 when Prince William and Kate Middleton announced that they were expecting their second child. Over...
A New Princess
The eyes of the world have been focused on England since the fall of 2014 when Prince William and Kate Middleton announced that they were expecting their second child. Over...
Just Say "No"
Sometimes people get confused and think that they have to do what others want in order to be liked. Doing things for the wrong reason can result in finding that...
Just Say "No"
Sometimes people get confused and think that they have to do what others want in order to be liked. Doing things for the wrong reason can result in finding that...
Sexual Addiction
The media frequently headlines stories of high-profile individuals who have been involved in sexual indiscretions. This is not a new phenomenon but has occurred for centuries. These situations are not...
Sexual Addiction
The media frequently headlines stories of high-profile individuals who have been involved in sexual indiscretions. This is not a new phenomenon but has occurred for centuries. These situations are not...
What Are You Thankful For?
This past week I had both of my sons with me for a couple of days. Each of them left home many years ago and have established their own homes...
What Are You Thankful For?
This past week I had both of my sons with me for a couple of days. Each of them left home many years ago and have established their own homes...