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It Feels Like the 1950s
The pandemic that we have been experiencing has caused so many changes in our lives. I was thinking the other day that a lot of what we are doing reminds...
It Feels Like the 1950s
The pandemic that we have been experiencing has caused so many changes in our lives. I was thinking the other day that a lot of what we are doing reminds...
A Wonderful Role Model
In April Queen Elizabeth II celebrated yet another birthday. She is now 94 years of age! She and her husband, Prince Philip who will have his 98th birthday this year...
A Wonderful Role Model
In April Queen Elizabeth II celebrated yet another birthday. She is now 94 years of age! She and her husband, Prince Philip who will have his 98th birthday this year...
Spring Isn't Cancelled!
I grew up in Saskatchewan but have to admit that winter isn't my favourite season. I always really look forward to spring and here is why: Nature wakes up...
Spring Isn't Cancelled!
I grew up in Saskatchewan but have to admit that winter isn't my favourite season. I always really look forward to spring and here is why: Nature wakes up...
Noticing Positives
We are living in a world that can be scary and full of unknowns. Never before has there been anything exactly like the COVID-19 pandemic that has been terrorizing the...
Noticing Positives
We are living in a world that can be scary and full of unknowns. Never before has there been anything exactly like the COVID-19 pandemic that has been terrorizing the...
Working From Home Efficiently
Okay, I admit it. I do not transition very well. For years I have built my business providing face-to-face sessions in my office. Now, due to the COVID-19 I have...
Working From Home Efficiently
Okay, I admit it. I do not transition very well. For years I have built my business providing face-to-face sessions in my office. Now, due to the COVID-19 I have...
Entitlement in Society
Often I hear people talk about how some individuals think they should be given everything without having to work for it. Parents eager to be friends with their children are...
Entitlement in Society
Often I hear people talk about how some individuals think they should be given everything without having to work for it. Parents eager to be friends with their children are...
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...
A King Is Born!
Over the past few weeks there has been a great deal of excitement and all eyes have been on Britain as people around the world have waited for Catherine...
A King Is Born!
Over the past few weeks there has been a great deal of excitement and all eyes have been on Britain as people around the world have waited for Catherine...
Summertime and Living Is Easy
Remember those cold, snowy days of January? It was then that we wished for summer and now that it has arrived, it's time to enjoy it to the fullest. There...
Summertime and Living Is Easy
Remember those cold, snowy days of January? It was then that we wished for summer and now that it has arrived, it's time to enjoy it to the fullest. There...
How to Handle a Snowstorm
Recently North America was surprised to learn that there was snow in forty-nine of the fifty states and in most of Canada at the same time. Not everyone was prepared...
How to Handle a Snowstorm
Recently North America was surprised to learn that there was snow in forty-nine of the fifty states and in most of Canada at the same time. Not everyone was prepared...
Longing for Spring
Many years ago, I moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta because of the weather. Well, after the last couple of winters I am beginning to wonder what has happening. It seems...
Longing for Spring
Many years ago, I moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta because of the weather. Well, after the last couple of winters I am beginning to wonder what has happening. It seems...
What is a Chinook and How Does it Help Us Psych...
When people from warm countries hear me mention that I live in Canada, I am usually confronted about questions regarding winter and freezing temperatures. It seems that those who have...
What is a Chinook and How Does it Help Us Psych...
When people from warm countries hear me mention that I live in Canada, I am usually confronted about questions regarding winter and freezing temperatures. It seems that those who have...
Is the World Crazzzzier Than Ever?
When I turn on the television or read the newspaper, it seems that there is a constant bombardment of negative events from around the world. Today I decided to try...
Is the World Crazzzzier Than Ever?
When I turn on the television or read the newspaper, it seems that there is a constant bombardment of negative events from around the world. Today I decided to try...
Are We Victims or Creators of Change?
When I was a little girl, growing up on the prairies in Canada, I remember the extremity of the weather. In minutes, fingers and noses would freeze and skin would...
Are We Victims or Creators of Change?
When I was a little girl, growing up on the prairies in Canada, I remember the extremity of the weather. In minutes, fingers and noses would freeze and skin would...
The Psychology of Winter!
It's winter! That cold and snowy time of year when people change their lifestyle to suit the environment and wonder about times past and future. We welcome the sight of...
The Psychology of Winter!
It's winter! That cold and snowy time of year when people change their lifestyle to suit the environment and wonder about times past and future. We welcome the sight of...
‘SPIN’ – The Psychology of Politics!
The ongoing United States election has captured my attention and the interest of Canadians. Over the past few months, as I have watched the news updates, however, I have been...
‘SPIN’ – The Psychology of Politics!
The ongoing United States election has captured my attention and the interest of Canadians. Over the past few months, as I have watched the news updates, however, I have been...
Sex
Every time I turn on the television or read a newspaper these days it seems that there is another politician or celebrity who has been involved in a sexual scandal....
Sex
Every time I turn on the television or read a newspaper these days it seems that there is another politician or celebrity who has been involved in a sexual scandal....
I'm Addicted!
Okay, I admit it. I have an addiction! People have told me that I need help. I know that my time, energy and money are affected. My thoughts are focussed...
I'm Addicted!
Okay, I admit it. I have an addiction! People have told me that I need help. I know that my time, energy and money are affected. My thoughts are focussed...
Setting Policy
I kind of like the idea that our new Alberta Premier is nicknamed “Honest Ed” and that the new leader of the Liberal Party won because no one had him...
Setting Policy
I kind of like the idea that our new Alberta Premier is nicknamed “Honest Ed” and that the new leader of the Liberal Party won because no one had him...
The Psychology of Summer
Psychology focuses on a person's thinking, feeling and behaviours and there is no doubt that the summer season affects all three. "Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer" are upon...
The Psychology of Summer
Psychology focuses on a person's thinking, feeling and behaviours and there is no doubt that the summer season affects all three. "Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer" are upon...