Trauma leaves more than memories—it leaves imprints on the body, nervous system, and sense of self. While self-care is often promoted as bubble baths and productivity hacks, true trauma-informed self-care goes deeper. It’s about creating safety, restoring regulation, and practicing compassion in ways that honor your lived experiences. Counsellor, Paula Brunning, explores practical strategies—grounding, movement, boundaries, and daily nourishment—that can help you move from survival toward healing.

What we say to our toddlers in moments when our stress peaks and emotions run high can shape their sense of safety, love, and boundaries. Discover alternative phrases to stay grounded and connect with your little one, even when you're feeling overwhelmed.

You’re holding it together, doing well on paper—reliable, capable, functioning. But deep down, something feels off. It’s not dramatic, just a quiet tiredness, a dullness that rest doesn’t fix. If you’ve ever wondered why things seem fine yet feel wrong, you’re not alone. This is high-functioning distress—often unseen, but deeply real. And it deserves space, reflection, and care. Counsellor, Parenting Coach, & Career Coach, Soolin Choi, discussed how counselling or psychotherapy can help support you.

Tired of fleeting stress relief? Discover a deeper approach to self-care that goes beyond temporary fixes. Break free from burnout and cultivate lasting well-being with the transformative power of authentic self-care.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the stress and never ending tasks of daily life. We often forget to take care of ourselves, neglecting our mental and physical well-being. That's why taking a self-care day is essential!