Tacit Knowledge

Tacit Knowledge Igniting A Vision For Healthy Change! Counselling Supports and Professional Development Training

Our passion is empowering people as they face challenges and grow as individuals. We work alongside our clients as they address issues in their lives that might be holding them back from the happiness and contentment they wish to experience in life.

We all know that the holiday season, as wonderful as it can be in many ways, can also bring feelings of stress and overw...
11/11/2025

We all know that the holiday season, as wonderful as it can be in many ways, can also bring feelings of stress and overwhelm to many of us. We want to help you find ways to relax and enjoy the holidays again!

Tacit Knowledges is pleased to be partnering with Beaumont FCSS, as we share strategies to help participants manage common issues that tend to get triggered throughout the holiday season (for example: the need to set healthy boundaries, lessen stress, and navigate challenging family dynamics, including the grief that can often be felt strongest during this time of the year).

This 2 week Support Program runs on Monday evenings - December 1st and 8th - from 6:30 to about 7:45pm.

Important information:
*This is a FREE Zoom Support Program. You will receive the Zoom link after you register.
*This Program is available to everyone - you do NOT have to be a Beaumont resident to participate.
*Participants are welcome to attend both or just one of the sessions, as they are able (you will get something helpful out of each evening).

To register, please contact Beaumont FCSS at 780-929-1006 or email fcss@beaumont.ab.ca

Self-help books and self-help courses are a terrific starting place for many people to look to for support and guidance ...
11/05/2025

Self-help books and self-help courses are a terrific starting place for many people to look to for support and guidance when they want to make changes in their lives. These resources can provide information, tools, and even sometimes, motivation. And they can help a person tackle a wide variety of needs, on certain levels.

But on their own, self-help strategies are not usually enough of a tool to allow a person to really address the deeper issues or trauma that they have been carrying. A person may need the healing that comes from the connections made through safe relationships, therapy, or sometimes medical support.

For more information about how to know when you might need more than some self-help options - and for ideas about how to get the most out of your self-help choices - check out our blog at https://tacitknows.com/is-self-help-enough/

Sometimes, knowing how to quickly reset your brain/body's stress reaction is the best way to handle a tough situation. A...
10/29/2025

Sometimes, knowing how to quickly reset your brain/body's stress reaction is the best way to handle a tough situation. Apply something cold under your arm or on the back of your neck. The sudden drop in temperature activates your vagus nerve (which triggers the rest and digest process), and signals your body to slow your heart rate and relax. Within seconds, your breathing steadies, muscles loosen and anxiety/panic eases - all without medication or side effects. Cold exposure also releases norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that sharpens focus and boosts mood.

There are many easy ways to calm your fight/flight/freeze response, so you can stay in control and get through the stressful times. Reach out to our team anytime, for more ideas! We can also help you learn how to process those anxious feelings later on (when you have the time), so they don't end up "stuffed" in your emotional baggage box - building up and being carried with you!

If you are struggling with anxiety, or with any other mental health issue, and need support, Tacit is here to help (if we are not the right fit for your needs, we will help you find someone who is!) www.tacitknows.com

We couldn't say it any better than Simon's Cat does!!  LOL  Let us know what you do to take care of your own Mental Well...
10/22/2025

We couldn't say it any better than Simon's Cat does!! LOL Let us know what you do to take care of your own Mental Wellness...

If you would like more helpful articles, tips, and resources that enhance mental wellness, join our FREE monthly Newsletter - go to www.tacitknows.com to sign up!

Poor sleep can cause all sorts of problems!• Not getting enough sleep raises your stress levels - fast!  UC Berkeley res...
10/15/2025

Poor sleep can cause all sorts of problems!

• Not getting enough sleep raises your stress levels - fast! UC Berkeley researchers found anxiety levels jump 30% after just one night without sleep. When your brain is desperate for rest, it starts treating everyday demands - traffic, emails, meetings - as threats.

• It clouds your judgment.
According to the Academy of Management Journal, poor-quality sleep hurts your brain’s prefrontal cortex - the part responsible for planning and decision-making.

• And it makes you more distractible. A tired brain hunts for stimulation just to stay awake. That means instead of focusing, you’re more likely to scroll through social media to keep your eyes open.

(info taken from "Daily Hacks - www.tesh.com)

Sign up for Tacit's FREE monthly Newsletter for more support, tips, and inspiration on our shared path to healing and personal growth.



Believe it or not, pouring over assignments and course notes for hours at a time is NOT the right way to study!  Our bra...
10/08/2025

Believe it or not, pouring over assignments and course notes for hours at a time is NOT the right way to study!

Our brains can only process so much learning at a time – and our memory and concentration abilities need certain conditions to work effectively.

We want to help the information get properly absorbed (into our long-term information consolidation system), not just dropped into the short-term memory banks of the brain (because it will disappear much quicker, and be much harder to access in stressful moments, like during a test/exam).

Learn more about how to study effectively by going to https://tacitknows.com/study-strategies/ - your grades will thank you!

Struggling with feelings of loneliness, depression and anxiety?According to Harvard scientist Kasley Killam (and the lon...
10/01/2025

Struggling with feelings of loneliness, depression and anxiety?

According to Harvard scientist Kasley Killam (and the longest study of human flourishing that has ever been done), the strength of our personal relationships is the biggest predictor of our health and happiness.

• On average, the idea is that we need to connect with at least 5 different people each week - this could be just saying hi to someone from the gym, or work, or church or a yoga class.

• We also need to nurture at least 3 closer relationships each week - with people who truly matter to us (family or friends).

• And we need to spend at least 1 hour each day interacting with others. This doesn't have to happen all at once - it can be done a few minutes at a time - and it can be combined with the time you spend running errands, doing grocery shopping, eating lunch, etc.

Like with any part of our health and wellness journey, these patterns of behaviour might take a little time and effort to develop. But by expanding our connections to others, we are able to fight back against some of the most common mental heal ailments that many people experience!

Needing ideas for how to increase your social connections in a way that fits naturally with your personality? Visit www.tacitknows.com to explore additional tips, resources, and tools to help us build a healthier, more balanced life. Sign up for our FREE monthly Newsletter, at any time! Or connect with any of our therapists for a session or two of support!




For most of us who over the age of 10, the process of making friends can seem exhausting and time consuming.  Knowing wh...
09/22/2025

For most of us who over the age of 10, the process of making friends can seem exhausting and time consuming. Knowing where and how to start can often make things a little easier.

Join us via Zoom, Tuesday evening, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, on October 14th for this FREE, online Workshop. "Making Friends In The Adult World" will help participants learn more about the key elements needed to smooth out the process of forging long-lasting and meaningful adult friendships.

This Workshop is being offered in partnership with Leduc County FCSS, and is being facilitated by Kim Silverthorn BA, RPC, MPCC, CT of Tacit Knowledge. Kim has over 30 years of experience as a therapist, and often works with families/agencies who are trying to effectively address the mental health challenges that exist in their lives.

"Making Friends In The Adult World" is open to everyone who wishes to attend – you do NOT need to be a resident of Leduc to participate.

For more information or to register: https://www.leduc-county.com/en/living-here/community-and-family-support.aspx OR, if you have difficulties, please contact Kristin at 780-955-6421 or kristin@leduc-county.com

Do you find yourself staying up late, when you know you should be sleeping? Does the need for getting some uninterrupted...
09/15/2025

Do you find yourself staying up late, when you know you should be sleeping? Does the need for getting some uninterrupted quiet time to yourself mean more to you than a good night's rest (even though you know that you will regret it in the morning)?

"Revenge Bedtime Procrastination" is a very real thing! It happens for a few different reasons, and it can unfortunately cause some very serious problems with a person's physical and mental health, if it becomes a regular occurrence.

But there are ways to manage this pattern of bedtime procrastination. Learn more by checking out our Blog at https://tacitknows.com/bedtime-procrastination/

Without realizing that they are doing it, people who struggle with anxiety often develop patterns that end up making the...
09/08/2025

Without realizing that they are doing it, people who struggle with anxiety often develop patterns that end up making the feelings much worse.

"Managing Anxiety In Kids" outlines common mistakes that inadvertently strengthen the feelings of anxiety that people of all ages experience (making it even more challenging to feel balanced and in control).

Participants will learn the solutions that change these dysfunctional patterns so the anxiety can be successfully addressed and overcome. This session is designed specifically for parents, as they understand how to better help their children cope – but the information is applicable to anyone who lives with anxiety.

Join Tacit Knowledge and the Parkland & West Family Resource Network (Alberta Parenting for the Future Association) on September 23rd at 6:30pm MST (to 8:00pm MST) for this FREE, online Workshop.

Everyone is welcome to attend (you do NOT need to be a resident of Parkland County to participate.)

To register for this FREE Workshop, please contact: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/adhd-workshop-managing-stress-anxiety-tickets-1434683660449?aff=oddtdtcreator

This Workshop is being facilitated by Kim Silverthorn BA, RPC, MPCC, CT. Kim has over 30 years of experience as a therapist, and often works with families/agencies who are trying to effectively address the stress that exists in their lives.

Depression and Anxiety create sometimes seemingly insurmountable challenges and isolation for those living with these is...
09/01/2025

Depression and Anxiety create sometimes seemingly insurmountable challenges and isolation for those living with these issues on a regular basis.

If you or someone you know is struggling with issues of anxiety and/or depression, please join Tacit Knowledge for our Anxiety/Depression Therapy Support Group (this is a FREE Online Program) – Monday evenings at 6:30pm, from September 22nd to October 27th, inclusive (there will be NO session on October 13th, due to the Thanksgiving holiday).

Participants will learn about a variety of fundamental strategies and mindfulness techniques that can be used to overcome feelings of anxiety and depression. These tools are useful for all ages. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their frustrations and successes with one another.

This Workshop series is available to everyone – you do NOT have to be a Beaumont resident to participate.

Participants are welcome to attend all or just some of the sessions, as they are able (although different themes will be discussed each night, you do NOT have to attend every evening to get something helpful out of the experience).

Please contact Beaumont FCSS (780-929-1006) to register and to access the Zoom link. You only need to register once, for all 5 weeks of this Support Program.

For such a simple concept, the search for true happiness can be quite elusive. The more we chase it, the harder it seems...
08/28/2025

For such a simple concept, the search for true happiness can be quite elusive. The more we chase it, the harder it seems to be to find.

Join us in-person, on Tuesday, September 16th, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, for this FREE community workshop – Finding Happiness. This session helps participants understand how to recognize what will truly make them happy, and provides steps that can be taken to create this satisfaction, joy and purpose in life, regardless of the challenges that also exist. And it teaches participants how to create the resiliency they need in life to lessen feelings of anxiety, depression and stress; and helps participants develop a stronger sense of intrinsic motivation and purpose.

Finding Happiness is open to anyone (you do not need to be a resident of Strathcona County to participate).

Registration for this event is requested (you can sign up at the door, but please register ahead if possible) – but there is no cost! For more information or to register: go to https://sclibrary.ca/

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Tuesday 1pm - 9pm
Wednesday 1pm - 9pm
Thursday 1pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm

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