


Understanding & Cultivating Emotional Resilience
Written by Stephanie Orphanacos As I journey between the classroom and my counselling practice, I notice a number of common themes. Many of those I meet are struggling to find equilibrium and recover from setbacks, they ruminate on their problems, become overwhelmed,...
Goddess Gathering – Emotional Resilience
Written by Alison Bastarache As we journey through life, we all experience stressful situations and challenges; these could be family related, workplace stress, friendships, relationships along with unexpected events and crisis. Resilience is our ability to adapt to...
Building Resilience and Confidence – From The Inside Out
Let’s be real—life doesn’t usually ask if we’re ready. It just shows up, sometimes with a gentle nudge and other times like a freight train. And when that happens, how do we keep our footing and not lose ourselves in the chaos?
That’s where emotional resilience comes in. Not as a personality trait some people are born with, but as a strength we can build. A kind of inner steadiness that helps us ride the waves of life with more grace and less overwhelm.

The Healing Power of Nature
Nature reminds us of the web of interconnectedness, a fact that is not given enough attention. Nature is healing. I have been blessed to be reminded of this truth through receiving healing sessions, from the work I offer and from many life situations. We are linked to each other, to the earth and to an all knowing Universal Energy. I know this truth in a deep visceral way.