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We are all going to die, and that makes us the lucky ones

I’ve thought about death for as long as I can remember. When I was 5 years old, I asked my Mom to confirm if I, in fact, am going to die someday. I found it difficult to fathom that I just wouldn’t exist.

psychotherapy, therapy, counselingLauren WallisAugust 6, 2019death, psychotherapy, counselling, Counseling, existentialism, existence, universe, netflix, the good place, kristen bell, ted danzen, richard dawkins Comments

Constructing a Unique, Meaningful Blueprint of Your Future

Don’t ever give up if this is something you crave and you haven’t quite found it. Sometimes it takes time, and experience in other fields. It will likely take some exploration, and getting up close and personal with who you are and what you really want out of life.

Lauren WallisMarch 26, 2018Career, Career Therapy, Counselling, Counseling, Career Exploration, Desire, Fulfillment, Inspiration, Intentional Choices, Meaning, Mindfulness, Psychotherapy, Therapy, Spiritual

"Follow Your Dreams"; An Alternative Perspective

Our desires won’t always fall into our laps. Sometimes it takes courage and experimentation to jump into things that are new to us and find out what creates joy.

Lauren WallisMarch 26, 2018Big Magic, Career, Career Therapy, Counselling, Counseling, Creativity, Curiosity, Desire, Dreams, Inspiration, Journey, Meaning, Planning, Psychotherapy, Spiritual

The humble, roundabout magic of curiosity

Be flexible and open to change. Life is full of cycles, seasons and change so be gentle with yourself if your desires and areas of joy shift as you grow and change.

Lauren WallisMarch 26, 2018Big Magic, Career, Career Therapy, Counselling, Counseling, Creativity, Dreams, Elizabeth Gilbert, Fulfillment, Inspiration, Passion, Spirit, Psychotherapy, Therapy, Curiosity

Choosing Gratitude

When large events and transitions come up in our lives, it’s easy to quickly judge whether they’re ‘good’ or ‘bad’ from the outset. But getting fired from one job might mean that you’re now free to pursue another job that’s even better suited to you and your needs.

Lauren WallisMarch 26, 2018Appreciation, Challenges, Connection, Counselling, Counseling, Deepak Chopra, Gratitude, Meaning, Mindfulness, Mindset, Perspective, Transitions, Psychotherapy, TherapyComment

Fuel for Winter

I think it’s pretty incredible that each of us is drawn to different sources of light in this season of darkness. With the shortest days of the year upon us, finding and feeling these sources of light can transform the season