Intrinsic Psychology

Those who have worked with me know I’m always encouraging them to lean into their emotions instead of running away. Difficult or uncomfortable feelings are a sign, telling us that we are not addressing something important, or that we’re doing something we shouldn’t. Curiosity towards the sensations we’d rather avoid allows us to live a life filled with ease instead of tension.

We all long to be seen. To be heard, understood, and acknowledged for who we truly are. Often it can be our own fear of showing up that stands in the way of what we truly want. Fear that we may be criticized, judged, or rejected for our true selves.
If you want help building up your sense of self and developing the courage to be vulnerable and truly be seen, I’m here to help! www.intrinsicpsychology.ca

This tension between belonging and being authentic occurs in so many areas of our lives. In relationship to our partner, in dating, the workplace, family.... Developing a trust in ourselves and our worth, as well as empowering ourselves to set healthy boundaries, are essential to living in alignment with our truth and our goals.
If you are looking to strengthen any of these areas of your life, I would love to support your journey! Reach out to book a session or to ask any questions! intrinsicpsychology@gmail.com

I’ve been thinking about this often. It can feel so intimidating to speak up. We fear criticism, judgment, backlash. However, it is so important to be authentic. As long as we come from a place of compassion and positive intention, it is never a bad choice to speak our truth! If you want support finding your voice and building the courage to be you, I can help!

I truly believe that we are not inherently broken. That some event or experiences in our lives has formed who we are. If we can view ourselves and each other through a lens of compassion and understanding, we can then acknowledge the root of struggle and begin to see change.

We all feel pressure to fit the expectations of others and the world, even the pressure we put on ourselves. Sometimes this means we remain in unhealthy relationships, both romantic and friendly, even professional. Or maybe we settle for or chose to engage with individuals when our gut is telling us no. This is your life! You can define how you live and who is in your life. Find the courage to speak up about your desire, needs or wants, and if needed, make the changes necessa...ry to be the most authentic version of you, living a truly fulfilling life. . . If you want support in learning how to live in alignment with your truth, reach out! I have space for new clients and we can work together to help you to find the courage to live in alignment with you and be your authentic self. . . Website and contact information in bio. . . Thanks @createthelove for the great quote! . . . . . #self #selfesteem #selfidentity #authentic #relationships #friends #beyourself #vulnerability #truth #courage #brave #ownyourlife #yycmentalhealth #calgary #couples #downtownyyc #downtowncalgary #yyc #yycbusiness #intrinsicpsychology #psychology #lifeisbeautiful #authenticity #love
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We often give advice in hopes that others will change, or because we believe that is what they are looking for when they come to us with all of their struggles. We forget that validation goes a long way. When we validate what others are expressing to us they feel seen, heard, and understood. This allows them to soften and relax enough to then be open to another view.

We all see the world and our environment through a lens that’s unique to us and our lifetime of experiences. Some of us may only see one perspective because that view has been useful in some way. It may have kept us safe, made us feel more acceptable to loved ones or others, or perhaps was the only perspective we’ve ever been taught. When we learn to pause and mindfully observe both our internal and external experience, we can begin to widen our view of this life, towards ourselves and others, with more acceptance, compassion, and curiosity.
Seeing a counsellor or therapist can assist you in finding a more fulfilling life in many ways, including learning to view yourself and your world through loving, non-judgmental, and accepting eyes.
Mark Epstein, M.D. , thank you for the great quote!

Our mind and body are connected. When we undergo stress, hurt, suffering, abuse, bullying, the body responds as well as our thoughts. It may respond with illness, disease, injury, or physical shape and posture. This article shares one person's story about how they used food and body weight as a shield to protect themselves and to hide from the world.

It can seem so overwhelming and seemingly impossible to get out of the difficult experiences and feelings that often lead to suicide. It’s often not an individual’s desire to end their life, it’s driven by a desire to end their suffering. But there is hope! Things can change! And if you can’t see it quite yet, let someone else carry that hope for you. Eventually the belief that something could be different comes through and the relief that you desire can be felt.
The Distres...s Centre is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Someone is out there who wants to listen. Who understands the discomfort you are carrying. Seek help. Find someone who can guide you to see that glimmer of possibility and hold on to it, then suicide may no longer feel like the only option.
@distresscentreyyc http://www.distresscentre.com Distress Centre Calgary
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I feel fortunate to be able to see an individual’s most authentic version of themselves. My goal is to create a space where individuals feel they can be their true self and begin to develop the courage to be authentic throughout all of their life experiences.

A really great video talking about the way we commonly argue or fight with our partners and ways that we can start to see one another more compassionately.

We are all worthy of love and belonging exactly as we are, without having to change a thing.

“But when I attend to, rather than try to banish, them, my feelings offer me information; they provide clues that something may be wrong in the story I’m telling about myself and the world.”

We all get bothered by others at some point or another. It can be helpful to focus on the most positive and compassionate interpretation of another in order to feel less bothered by them or their actions. This article provides some useful tips on how to develop empathy towards others.

If you’re feeling shame towards yourself, judging yourself for something you’ve done or didn’t do, here are some great steps to begin to heal: be kind to yourself, find someone you trust, and voice your shame. If you don’t feel you have someone you can talk to, there is help available, a safe space to share your struggle.