Citizens' Counselling Centre

02/08/2026

02/08/2026

"When people don’t feel like they matter, when they don’t feel valued or know how they add value, they can turn against themselves: become anxious, depressed, turn to substances to try to alleviate the pain, or lash out in anger.

"What is great about mattering is that it’s actionable. There are steps we can take in our everyday lives to build back that sense of mattering and thrive."

A new book explains the importance of feeling valued and seeing the impact of your actions.

02/02/2026

This month, act from a place of love.

02/01/2026

A new study explores the connections between mindfulness, empathy, compassion, and social attitudes.

01/30/2026

Mindful Connection - https://mailchi.mp/citizenscounselling/mindfulconnection-10352640

01/22/2026

Mindful Connection - a six-week practice circle - https://mailchi.mp/citizenscounselling/mindfulconnection-10352514

01/18/2026

Mindful Connection
A Six-week Practice Circle - https://mailchi.mp/citizenscounselling/mindfulconnection

01/18/2026

"Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry — all forms of fear — are caused by too much future, and not enough presence." - Eckhart Tolle

01/18/2026

In friendship, what matters most to you?

Any long-term, deeply-committed relationship requires more than positive feeling and a finesse in question-asking or story-telling.