Imagine This… You’re in a quiet, comfortable space. Your breathing slows. Your mind feels calm, yet focused—like being lost in a good book or daydream. In that state, it’s easier to ease anxiety, improve sleep, boost confidence, or release patterns that keep you...
When I’m counselling clients, I often end up talking about stress management. Whether it’s career identity, workplace conflict, or figuring out how to navigate conversations, clients are often in a reactive state, which makes them more prone to fear responses. In...
What is Burnout? While many assume burnout is related to feelings of extreme fatigue, there is more to burnout than being tired. Burnout is actually a three-dimensional state of ill-being involving exhaustion, cynicism and reduced professional efficacy in the...
A Conversation with Laura Hambley and Richard Safeer, MD I had the gift of meeting Dr. Richard Safeer when facilitating a panel on Understanding the Principles of Wellness and Wellbeing for the Hacking HR Forward 2023 Conference. I was struck by his expertise,...
In the second part of this episode of Dr Laura: Where Work Meets Life™ - Dr. Laura joins Detective Dave Sweet, author of “Skeletons in My Closet” once more to talk about choosing positivity over cynicism when faced with the world’s troubles. Dave details his work with...
Make a Game Plan to Ease Social Pressures Don't overcommit to gatherings Use your energy levels to guide your decisions Set time boundaries for events to support meaningful interaction Give yourself permission to embrace JOMO - the joy of missing out! Practice...
On this episode of Where Work Meets Life™ - Dr. Laura is honoured to host Detective Dave Sweet, a 24 year member of the Calgary Police Service and published author, to the podcast to talk about tragedy and hope. Detective Sweet has been changed by many difficult and...
There’s lots happening unconsciously when we’re sleeping. We use to think it was passive but sleeping is a very active process when it comes to brain functioning. It’s also vital for our physical and mental health, our safety, survival, and work performance. Quick...
On this episode of Dr Laura: Where Work Meets Life™ - Dr. Laura is thrilled to welcome author, Music Therapist, and Founder of JB Music Therapy, Jennifer Buchanan, to the show to talk about the therapeutic benefits of music. Click below to watch or listen on your...
Sleep can be so evasive as an adult. And even if you are getting enough sleep, it might not be good quality sleep. Perfect sleep hygiene may not exist, but there are factors under your control that you could improve, and some health implications related to sleep that...