Violence is an intentional choice to gain control. However, most people believe that violence and abuse happen because abusers lose control over their behaviour. Abusers use different ways to manipulate […]
Violence is an intentional choice to gain control. However, most people believe that violence and abuse happen because abusers lose control over their behaviour. Abusers use different ways to manipulate […]
Dealing with insecurity in today’s complex environment can be very frustrating. Insecurity often negatively impacts your life and lead to depression and anxiety. Being aware of your insecurity, and examining […]
Self-advocacy is the core of empowerment. It is a skill learned over time that enables us to speak for our rights and make our own decisions. It can build confidence […]
Yoga practices can reduce the impact on stress responses, and helpful for both anxiety and depression. Yoga functions like other self-soothing techniques, such as meditation, relaxation, exercise, or even socializing with friends. […]
Need for Acceptance: We all have a need to be liked and accepted amongst our peers and in our relationships. In some cases we see ourselves giving into peer pressure […]
The video below is designed to help children learn strategies to take care of themselves, covering topics from our Kids in Control groups. They are intended for children ages 8 […]
According to Center for Clinical Interventions, feeling tense, stressed, and worried at certain times, when under pressure, is a normal human response. Everybody feels anxious from time to time. […]
CONTINUE READINGIn this time of uncertainty, it’s good to have a “Glass Half-Full” mentality and to maintain a positive outlook on life. We are being pulled and tugged in many […]
CONTINUE READINGWe are social creatures and being isolated could have a strong effect on our well-being. Zlatin Ivanov believes that, “All our systems, including social, psychological and biological, have developed […]
CONTINUE READINGUnderstanding the difference between shame and guilt can help identify and make sense of the emotions that come up for us. Shame and guilt can make us feel differently about […]
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