by Jeff Packer | Aug 8, 2024 | Change, Conflict, Crisis, Family, Grief, Mental Health, Stress, Work & Employment
Guess what… struggling is normal. For years, the Maid of the Mist fought against the current, carrying thousands of passengers into the mist of Niagara Falls, Ontario. The excitement, nervousness and uncertainty all part of the ride; all part of the motivation...
by Jeff Packer | Aug 2, 2024 | Change, Family, Friendship, Stress, Work & Employment
Many young adults find themselves in the same position as today’s blogger; puzzelled, wandering through the next steps after completing university. This is a very stressful time just like any major transition in life. After years in post-secondary education...
by Jeff Packer | Jul 29, 2024 | Anger Management, Children & Adolescence, Conflict, Cooperative Parenting, Discipline, Family, Parenting, Problem-Solving, Separation & Divorce
While many researchers may indicate yes to this question, it doesn’t have to be so. The initial turmoil and emotional upset following separation and divorce impacts all family members to some extent disrupting family stability, emotional balance and even...
by Jeff Packer | Jul 26, 2024 | Family, Love & Relationships, Problem-Solving, Stress, Work & Employment
The good points: You are with someone who can relate to work-related concerns (e.g., meeting deadlines, co-worker conflicts, or management stress). You may be the type of person who feels great about seeing your partner each day at work and at home. You and your...
by Jeff Packer | Jul 24, 2024 | Family, Holidays / Vacation, Love & Relationships
While it sure is great to be employed, it is also important to take holidays for restoration and rejuvenation. Planning for a holiday can add stress to our already busy lives, however, taking a little time to plan generally enhances your holiday experience. With a...
by Jeff Packer | Jul 22, 2024 | Change, Crisis, Family, Love & Relationships, Marriage, Problem-Solving, Separation & Divorce, Trauma - PTS Reaction
So many people make this decision far too quickly and with very limited and or biased information. After working in the counselling field for over twenty years, I have grown increasingly “pro family”. We often hear the following two main thoughts about separating… “I...
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