April 22, 2020

We're not meant to go through life alone.

April 22, 2020/ Dallis Westin

Though the recent spring temperatures (finally!) have undoubtedly given us all a boost to our moods, we are not out of the woods yet. With the ongoing pandemic, self-isolation, and uncertainty, I am hearing the same concerns echoed by many of my clients. I’ve been feeling it too.

The loss of motivation, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, inability to focus attention, difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite or increased appetite, increased use of alcohol and other substances, feeling “numb,” “moody,” “irritable,” “lonely,” and “sad,” (sometimes all in the same day). Almost all the client’s I have spoken to have asked, “why can’t I get anything done?” and most have concluded that they are “just lazy.” However, this couldn’t be further from the truth.

March 17, 2020

Managing Fear and Anxiety During a Crisis

March 17, 2020/ Dallis Westin

Many of my clients have reached out for additional support during this time of global crisis. For that reason, I wanted to provide some suggestions for managing fear and anxiety during a crisis. While we are all sharing in the collective experience of the COVID-19 pandemic, global or local crises can exacerbate previous and co-existing fears and anxieties.

It is my hope that we as a community will be able to prevent significant trauma from occurring as a result of this pandemic. As we continue to work together to respond to this crisis, it is critical that we take the necessary precautions to not only protect ourselves physically but mentally as well.

I’ve put together a few suggestions for managing fear and anxiety during a crisis and a few other helpful resources.

February 13, 2020

5 Steps to Achieving a Lifestyle of Love

February 13, 2020/ Dallis Westin

Love is a human need. It is an emotion that we all strive for in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Yet, for many of us, it can feel elusive. We often struggle to find lasting love in our relationships or for ourselves as a result of early life experiences that caused deep emotional wounds. When these wounds never get the opportunity to heal, they persist in our subconscious mind, shaping our beliefs about ourselves, other people, and the world. Our subconscious drives our behaviour (and our relationships) until we bring the subconscious to our conscious mind.

January 05, 2020

New Year, True You

January 05, 2020/ Dallis Westin

I believe that we all have a purpose; a reason that we are here on this earth. I’m not talking about a job or even a career. I’m talking about a deeper purpose that is meant to help us evolve as humans. We all have some unique purpose that brought us to this exact time and place. I also believe that not everyone will fulfill their purpose. I’ll explain why in just a moment.

December 06, 2019

Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays

December 06, 2019/ Dallis Westin

The holidays can be full of wonder and joy. They can also be overwhelming and stressful. Either way, it’s important to show yourself some love and practice good self-care throughout the holiday season.

Here are a few tips to help you take care of yourself this season.

December 06, 2019

Holiday Self-Development Book List

December 06, 2019/ Dallis Westin

The holidays are a great time for rest and reflection. If you are anything like me, you like to take the occasional break from the hustle and bustle to do some quiet self-reflection and reconnect with the things that bring you joy during the holiday season. If not, perhaps somebody on your shopping list does

Consider this thoughtfully curated list of personal development books my gift to you this holiday. This list includes some of my all-time favourites and some of my newest interests. Ranging in topics from mindfulness to overcoming fear to the science of energy, there is something for everyone in this list. I hope these books spark your curiosity, bring you moments of insight and inspiration, and fuel your passion and excitement for the coming New Year.

October 28, 2019

Making Difficult Decisions

October 28, 2019/ Dallis Westin

From time to time, we are all faced with a difficult decision that seems impossible to make. Often, it feels like a ‘lose-lose’ situation and we get stuck hoping that something will change, and a ‘win’ option will appear. But it doesn’t…

At a certain point, no decision becomes a decision and even then, sometimes we can’t accept the outcome. For example, the decision to leave an unhealthy relationship, to choose a different career path, or to stop or start fertility treatments. Each of these decisions involves at least two realities. One, that we will experience uncertainty. And, two, that there will be a loss.

April 05, 2018

5 Podcast Episodes for Personal Growth

April 05, 2018/ Dallis Westin

I love, love, love listening to podcasts. If you have not yet jumped on the podcast bandwagon, you can thank me later.

The great thing about a good podcast is that you can learn something new (or, just be entertained) while doing the most mundane activities of daily life. Long road trips, doing housework, working out, and morning commutes are now welcomed opportunities to dig deeper into my own personal growth and learning.

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