“How
Did the rose
Ever open its heart
And give to this world
All its
Beauty?
It felt the encouragement of light
Against its Being.
Otherwise,
We all remain
Too
Frightened”
Did the rose
Ever open its heart
And give to this world
All its
Beauty?
It felt the encouragement of light
Against its Being.
Otherwise,
We all remain
Too
Frightened”
― Hafez
I can imagine, like most people, you might be experiencing a mixture of emotions, such as fear and uncertainty during this global pandemic with Covid-19. It is a time in our lives where many of us, if not all of us, are having to rethink the way we do things. It is not business or life as usual, instead we are all having to develop new routines and different lifestyles. Many people are working from home now, some are trying to figure out how to manage with reduced hours, or potential losses and changes. These feelings you might be experiencing as a result from these fast-paced changes are real, and with some mindful practices, gentleness and compassion, these feelings you are experiencing can be honoured.
Perhaps in this current situation and with the feelings we are experiencing, we can find ways to transform them from fear, worry, anxiety, and misfortune into hope and opportunities.
Many of us are practicing physical distancing, or what the media is calling it social distancing, at this time, as am I. I have fully transitioned to online counselling and/or some phone support, where appropriate. The online platform I am using is both PHIPA and PIPEDA compliant and fully encrypted. Clients have told me these past several weeks that they have found online counselling to be as effective, as in person counselling, where I am able to be fully attuned to you and I am able to offer the bi-lateral processing required for EMDR, the mindfulness practices and exploration of the parts of you that are being activated. Many clients shared how pleasantly surprised they were at the end of their online sessions, at how well it went and how easy it was to transition to this new normal. With a simple encrypted link that you are provided you are able to join me for an online session, there is nothing for you to download.
In the meantime, stay safe and be well, practice physical distancing and maintain social connection by reaching out to others, ask for assistance and use all the resources you have worked hard to establish to maintain a mindset of calm and peace. Fear and stress contribute to the breakdown of our immune systems, so more than ever using the de-stressing techniques is important.
Look for the light in the darkness. Be the light, it is inside of you. Focus on what you can control, and the only thing we can control is our own responses and the environment of our own inner mindset. Be generous, kind and patient with each other and know that the way through this is together.
I am here for you, you are not alone.
Perhaps in this current situation and with the feelings we are experiencing, we can find ways to transform them from fear, worry, anxiety, and misfortune into hope and opportunities.
Many of us are practicing physical distancing, or what the media is calling it social distancing, at this time, as am I. I have fully transitioned to online counselling and/or some phone support, where appropriate. The online platform I am using is both PHIPA and PIPEDA compliant and fully encrypted. Clients have told me these past several weeks that they have found online counselling to be as effective, as in person counselling, where I am able to be fully attuned to you and I am able to offer the bi-lateral processing required for EMDR, the mindfulness practices and exploration of the parts of you that are being activated. Many clients shared how pleasantly surprised they were at the end of their online sessions, at how well it went and how easy it was to transition to this new normal. With a simple encrypted link that you are provided you are able to join me for an online session, there is nothing for you to download.
In the meantime, stay safe and be well, practice physical distancing and maintain social connection by reaching out to others, ask for assistance and use all the resources you have worked hard to establish to maintain a mindset of calm and peace. Fear and stress contribute to the breakdown of our immune systems, so more than ever using the de-stressing techniques is important.
Look for the light in the darkness. Be the light, it is inside of you. Focus on what you can control, and the only thing we can control is our own responses and the environment of our own inner mindset. Be generous, kind and patient with each other and know that the way through this is together.
I am here for you, you are not alone.
Here are some resources that help with the triggered feelings of fear and anxiety to help calm the internal system so you can see a pathway forward more clearly:
Butterfly Hug: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGGJrqscvtU
Peter Levine’s Voo Sound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7zAseaIyFA&t=2s
Artwork by Supria Karmakar "Uplifting Our Hearts", Encaustic Mixed Media
