Belix Blog
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Presence: A Different Kind of Holiday Gift
Who doesn’t enjoy opening a gift during the holidays? There’s a certain joy in receiving something thoughtful or something you might not have chosen for yourself. Over the years, though,...
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Managing Stress as a University Student
Oh, university… Often portrayed in movies, TV shows, and social media as the best years ofour lives, filled with close friendships, exciting events, newfound freedom, picture-perfectrelationships, and inspiring academic work...
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The Alberta Teachers’ Strike: Supporting Youth to Process What Is Happening
A thoughtful commentary on the Alberta Teachers Strike, from a Mom of three and Child Psychologist, Tasha Belix, practicing in Alberta, Canada. Understanding the Impact on Youth With the recent...
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How to Change Parenting Hats When Your Child Starts University – Copy
You need a new rulebook. Whether your child is moving away for university or staying home while studying, your role as a parent is shifting—and so must your hat. If...
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Guiding Rules for a Gap Year Done Right
More and more high school graduates are choosing to take a gap year before diving into post-secondary education or launching into a career. And honestly? It makes sense. After years...
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How to Change Parenting Hats When Your Child Starts University
You need a new rulebook. Whether your child is moving away for university or staying homewhile studying, your role as a parent is shifting—and so must your hat. If you’re...
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Out of the Loop: How Processing Old Traumas Can Transform Your Life
Have you ever felt stuck in a loop—reacting to situations with more intensity than they deserve? plagued by anxiety? low mood? or self-defeating patterns you just can’t shake? You’re not...
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Roots of Resilience
Babies being bounced on laps, with new ones being passed into loving arms, to give a tired Mom a break. It was a Thursday in the spring, when I sat...
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Recap: “Real” Self-Care Workshop
Self-care is not optional — it’s essential. And we should feel encouraged to model it for others. Key takeaways: Real self-care isn’t about adding more to your plate — it’s...
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Super Feeler 101: The Curse and the Gifts
You may not have heard the term before, but if you’re reading this blog, I suspect you or someone you love is one. You may not have heard this term...
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Self-harm: A guide for concerned parents
If you’ve discovered that your teen is self-harming, you’re likely feeling scared, confused, and unsure of what to do next. Learning that someone we love is in pain can be...
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Recognizing the tell tale signs of burnout
A guide for young adults to understand and overcome burnout. As a group of Calgary psychologists with an experienced therapy practice, we’ve seen a significant rise in symptoms of burnout...
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