By Robert Simms Four months ago, I started running again, and I did not realize at first that it would become a lesson in recognizing personal progress. At the time, I could not run continuously for 10 minutes. I needed a Couch to 5K running plan that alternated between walking and running. The early runs […]
By Mahisha Balani, Nurse Practitioner One of the things I enjoy most about working in mental health is that no two people present in exactly the same way. Two patients can describe very similar struggles, yet the reasons behind those struggles may be completely different. Recently, I attended the CADDRA ADHD Intensive, where one message […]
When Rest No Longer Feels Like Enough Have you ever felt so drained that even rest does not fully bring you back to yourself? Not just physically tired, but mentally overloaded and emotionally stretched. Like you are always trying to catch up with your own life. For many people with ADHD, this experience can feel […]
Grief does not expire. And yet there seems to be a time limit placed on grief in many of our communities Sometimes religion, tradition, or social expectations shape that timeline. Other times, nobody says it directly, but people still feel it. The message becomes: after a certain amount of time, you should be okay now. […]
Everyone feels overwhelmed sometimes—kids, teens, and adults alike. If you’ve been searching for easy ways to calm down when overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Overwhelm can look like racing thoughts, a pounding heart, snapping at loved ones, or feeling frozen and stuck. The good news? There are simple strategies that can calm both body and mind […]
If you’re looking for a registered massage therapist in London Ontario, I’d like to introduce myself and share how I approach healing through massage. My name is Shari White, and I’ve been a Registered Massage Therapist for over 30 years. I recently joined Embodied Resilience Wellness Clinic, and I’m passionate about helping people feel better—physically, […]
TL;DR: The DBT skill STOP helps you take a mindful pause before reacting when emotions run high. By learning to stop, step back, observe, and proceed mindfully, you can respond with clarity instead of regret. Have you ever said or done something in the heat of the moment that you later wished you hadn’t? The […]
Book with Robert My Journey As A Neurodivergent Dad As a neurodivergent father, I've always felt a bit out of step with traditional parenting roles. My journey with neurodivergent fatherhood—navigating life as someone with AuDHD (Autism and ADHD)—has been both challenging and enriching. This Father’s Day, I want to share how embracing my neurodivergence has […]
Grief isn’t a straightforward path; it’s filled with ups, downs, twists, and turns. September 2022 changed my life forever with the loss of my beloved father, whom I lovingly called Baba Jaani. Since then, ADHD and grief in South Asian culture have shaped my journey with sorrow, growth, and community support.
