In relationships, personal growth can be a powerful yet isolating journey, especially when you’re healing and evolving but your partner isn’t. This blog post explores the emotional challenges of being committed to self-development in a relationship where your partner is resistant to change. From the loneliness that arises from emotional disconnection to the difficult decision of whether to stay or go, this post offers insights and guidance on how to navigate these tough situations while staying true to your personal healing and growth.

Discover the 18 core schemas that shape our perceptions and influence our lives. Learn how schema therapy can help you identify and change deep-rooted patterns, leading to healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Explore the impact of childhood experiences on adult behaviour and the journey toward self-awareness and healing.

Men need to be aware that they can be victims of emotional abuse in relationships, and the consequences can be deeply wounding.

Introducing Healing Narratives Counselling Inc. - Learn about the new counselling practice and its’ mission, services, and exciting future projects. Explore how Stephanie Underwood’s trauma and attachment-based approach continues to expand across Canada.

Discover the origins of emotional availability, its dimensions, and how it manifests in adult relationships. Learn how attachment styles influence emotional availability and get practical tips for improving your emotional connections.

Discover the healing power of art with this guided exercise in exploring emotions through color. Learn how to use pastels to express and identify your feelings in a safe, non-judgmental space. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this art therapy activity emphasizes self-expression over perfection.

Explore the differences between Avoidant and Fearful-Avoidant Attachment Styles and learn how each style impacts relationships and discover practical steps for creating healthier, more secure connections.

Learn how to navigate the emotional turmoil of breakups, especially for those with Anxious Attachment styles. Discover why breakups trigger core fears of abandonment and rejection, how the brain reacts like it's in withdrawal, and effective, evidence-based coping strategies to heal and move forward.

Fearful-Avoidant attachment, a complex and often misunderstood style, shapes how individuals connect with others from childhood through adulthood. This article dives into how this attachment style develops due to specific parenting practices and examines its impact on adult relationships.

In the ever-evolving dictionary of modern dating, the term “ick” has emerged as a peculiar yet increasingly common phenomenon.