Hello Again, World (or Just My Husband, 2 Friends and Nana Reading This) So, here’s the thing: I used to run this little blog called TalkMentalToMe. It was my cozy corner on the internet, a place where I shared my thoughts on mental health for everyone (or 2 of you to read). But then… life…
The holidays aren’t always the picture-perfect moments we see in movies. For many, it’s a season of grief, loneliness, or navigating tricky dynamics. For me, it’s the time of year when I miss my mom the most, where I don’t get to take our kid(s) to sit on Santa’s lap or send out family Christmas…
Circle Wellness is straight-up magic. Nestled on Granville Island, Circle Wellness isn’t just a spa—it’s an experience. From the moment you walk through their doors, you’re stepping into a whole new world of relaxation, connection, and healing. I now understand why this was my homework from my counsellor one session. “When we are done, log…
Connection—one simple word, but shhiitttt is it hard as hell! I think a lot of us are quietly (or not-so-quietly) longing for connection—so if you’re in that boat too, welcome to the stupid club. Let’s bond over this shared struggle so I don’t feel so alone, okay? Great – connection! Woo hoo! We are killing…
Look, I wish I could shout it from the rooftops—YOU ARE NOT ALONE! But I get it: when anxiety or depression creeps in, it feels like you are. Trust me, you’re not. And that’s the problem—nobody talks about it enough. I get it, people don’t want to hear about all the bad shit in your…
I remember the exact time my sister-in-law called me on July 29, 2022. Her words were frantic, but I told her, we are on our way! It’ll be okay. The Paramedics will fix it! She’ll be okay. But Brody, I think he knew. Something in his silence told me what I was unwilling to believe….