Being Able To Forgive
Dear Tacit, I want to let go of the anger I have towards some people who have hurt me. But how do I do this if they don’t apologize, or
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Pressure To Make Some Resolutions
Dear Tacit, With the New Year fast approaching, I am really aware of the things I have yet to accomplish in my life. I am feeling pressure to...
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Avoiding Family Conflict Over The Holidays
Dear Tacit, Conversations can sometimes get a little tense when everyone in my family comes together over the holidays. Any suggestions for how...
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Guilt Sucks!
Dear Tacit, I find myself saying yes to everyone/everything over the holidays. How can I draw boundaries and do what is best for me, without...
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Need For Connection
Dear Tacit, I struggle with anxiety and depression and find it difficult to interact with people sometimes. But I get lonely and this makes my...
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Learning About Self
Dear Tacit, Every time I sit down and try to reflect about myself, I get stuck. I want to become more self-aware, but I don’t know how. Any...
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Still Grieving
Dear Tacit, With the holidays approaching, my heart is heavy. My mother passed away a few years ago, and it seems like every Christmas is clouded...
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What Is Mindfulness?
Dear Tacit, I hear a lot about the term “mindfulness” but I don’t really know what it means. Can you explain? Signed: What Is Mindfulness? Dear...
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Saying No To Therapy
Dear Tacit, I see my partner struggling with some issues from his past. I have suggested that he sees a counsellor because I know it will help...
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Talking To Teens About Suicide
Dear Tacit, I want to be able to talk to my teens about suicide, but I am afraid that the way I bring it up might get them thinking negatively...
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Seasonal Blues (SAD)
Dear Tacit, It’s that time of year again – the days are getting shorter and I am losing my motivation. I get tired faster; I have less drive; and...
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Racing Thoughts
Dear Tacit, My mind races a lot, and it creates a great deal of worry and stress for me. It keeps me awake at night, and distracts me during the...
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