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Faith Over Fear: Finding Peace Beyond Control
Fear has many faces — finances, illness, family struggles, uncertainty, or loneliness. In my counselling work with Christian women, I see how often fear is intertwined with our desire for control. We try to plan enough, fix enough, or manage enough to feel secure. But the truth is, the more we tighten our grip on control, the more anxious we become. The Control Paradox From a psychological point of view, fear often begins with uncertainty or loss. We respond by trying to take
Lana Alencar
2 min read


The Hidden Cost of People-Pleasing: Resentment, Exhaustion, and Broken Connections
People-pleasing often leads to resentment, exhaustion, and broken relationships. What Keeps Coming Up in the Therapy Room- Part 3 One...
Lana Alencar
3 min read


“The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Adult Relationships”
What keeps coming up in the therapy room – Part 2 “Oh wow… I guess I never really thought about how much my childhood is still living in...
Lana Alencar
4 min read


Cyberchondria: When Google Becomes Your Therapist
Have you ever typed a worry into Google or AI, and left feeling ten times worse than when you started? You’re not alone. In recent years...
Lana Alencar
6 min read


Rest Without Guilt: Why You Deserve to Pause Even When the Work Isn’t Done
“I’ll rest when everything is done.” “There’s still laundry, dishes, emails…” ...
Lana Alencar
3 min read
Counselling Tips & Mental Health Insights – Winkler, Morden & Online Therapy
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