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 know that the holiday season is not always a fun and joyful time - it can bring heartbreak and challenges for many of...
12/16/2025

We know that the holiday season is not always a fun and joyful time - it can bring heartbreak and challenges for many of us. Please remember that you are NOT alone. There is help available. And we want you to reach out when you need it!

Although we will be closed for a few specific days over this holiday period, the therapists at Tacit are still able to assist you in connecting to other supports, as the need arises. You do NOT have to be a Tacit client to contact us over these next few weeks. We are here to help in any way that we can. And so are many other supports in our community (and in the surrounding greater Edmonton areas). We have listed just a few in this post - but we can provide you with many more, depending on the issues you are trying to manage.

Our counselling office will be open during much of the holiday season. If you need assistance, you can email us at counsellors@tacitknows.com - we also have a FREE list of local resources that are available to everyone, which can be found on our website at www.tacitknows.com (just scroll to the bottom of any of the tabs).

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If we take a few minutes to recognize the emotions we are experiencing, we can learn a lot about the needs that we have ...
12/09/2025

If we take a few minutes to recognize the emotions we are experiencing, we can learn a lot about the needs that we have that are not perhaps being met.

And when we can begin to meet these needs on a regular basis, we will find that life becomes a much more calm and peaceful journey!

Did you know that the majority of your natural melatonin (the hormone that helps you relax) is produced in your tummy - ...
12/02/2025

Did you know that the majority of your natural melatonin (the hormone that helps you relax) is produced in your tummy - not in your brain? Being able to produce the right amount of melatonin - and being able to release this melatonin at the optimal times - are the two key factors that determine the quality of sleep that we get each night.

Synthetic melatonin (found in over-the-counter medications and supplements) is only half as effective as the body's own natural melatonin. And taking this synthetic version for too long can actually decrease the the natural amount that your body will make.

So, if you are having difficulties with your quality sleep patterns (if it takes you longer than 15 minutes to fall asleep; if you find yourself waking up throughout the night; or if you are waking up tired in the mornings, even after being asleep for 7-8 hours), then it might be time to try boosting your natural melatonin. And one of the easiest ways to do this is through the foods that you eat, during the day (or about 2 hours before you go to bed).

Checkout this post for the foods that are highest producers of natural melatonin! Pistachios and Pure Cherry Juice rank in the top two spots!

For more information about how to improve the quality of your sleep every night, feel free to reach out to Tacit at any time - this is one of our areas of expertise (for people of all ages!). We can also come to your place of employment to provide a Wellness Learning Session for your work team on this topic. You can reach us at counsellors@tacitknows.com

With the holidays fast-approaching, we could probably all benefit from a little reminder of some simple but effective st...
11/26/2025

With the holidays fast-approaching, we could probably all benefit from a little reminder of some simple but effective strategies for managing our stress.

Take a look at each category - how many of these techniques are you incorporating into each and every day (not once a week/month!). If you can be intentional with your time and your energy - if you remember to prioritize your own needs in a healthy way - your brain/body will work with you (being your friend) as you tackle the stress that often pops up over the upcoming holidays weeks! And the feelings of being overwhelmed will not be able to take over!

Getting a good night's sleep can be a challenge.  Here are some easy-to-use strategies that really help!Dealing with sle...
11/19/2025

Getting a good night's sleep can be a challenge. Here are some easy-to-use strategies that really help!

Dealing with sleep disturbance issues is one of Tacit's specialty areas. Whether you have a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep - or maybe you wake up feeling just as tired as when you went to bed... we can help! Reach out to our team for more information, if you are needing to find new ways to dealing with whatever is getting in the way of you feeling rested, every single morning!

Looking for a monthly dose of FREE mental health tips, strategies, and inspiration? Subscribe to our Newsletter and kickstart your wellness journey today!

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)

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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!




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