by Kala McKenzie | Feb 27, 2025 | Blog
Have you ever thought of accepting an apology as a skill? Imagine that your partner does something that hurts you, or makes you mad. Maybe they promise to be home in time for dinner with your parents, and then they end up working late. Or perhaps they forgot your...
by Kala McKenzie | Feb 13, 2025 | Blog
Yesterday, I made a mistake. I mismanaged my time, and as a result, my partner had to miss his lunch break to take care of our toddler. He wasn’t pleased, and rightfully so. I had promised to be home by a certain time but arrived 30 minutes late, adding stress...
by Kala McKenzie | Feb 6, 2025 | Blog
It is February, which is a month known for celebrating love, as February 14th is Valentine’s Day. When I think about love, I think about relationships, and because I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I also think about relationship skills that help people...
by Kala McKenzie | Jan 30, 2025 | Blog
Have you ever known that a certain choice is best for you, but resisted making that choice? For instance, maybe you have a medical issue that you should get checked out, but you still haven’t made an appointment to see a doctor. Or perhaps you have a project to...
by Kala McKenzie | Jan 23, 2025 | Blog
I remember the first time I heard the word “boundaries” in the context of mental health. I was an undergraduate student with an overbooked calendar full of classes, assignments due, and social engagements. I was overwhelmed with the length and chaos of my...
