Nikki-lynn McKeague

You may have seen hypnosis on stage or on television, where someone appears to be “under” and doing things they wouldn’t normally do. These portrayals are often entertaining — sometimes funny, sometimes dramatic — and because they’re the most visible examples, they’ve shaped how many people think about hypnosis in general.   Because of that exposure, hypnosis can feel unfamiliar or even unsettling. Many people wonder whether it involves losing control, being “programmed,” or being made to act...

This article is part of an ongoing wellness series exploring common therapeutic and wellbeing approaches in a practical, non‑clinical way.   You’ve heard a lot about CBT, but you’re not sure what it is or where to begin. Or maybe your counsellor suggested it, and you’re wondering how it fits into the bigger picture of mental wellbeing. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) often comes up when people notice patterns they want to better understand or shift — recurring anxiety, intrusive thoughts,...

“Your doctor recommended physiotherapy.” Usually it comes after something specific — a sprained ankle, shoulder pain, knee surgery, ongoing back issues. Physiotherapy often enters the picture at a clear moment of need. And that’s a good thing. But what many people discover — sometimes unexpectedly — is that physiotherapy isn’t just about recovering from one injury. It’s about understanding how your body moves, why something may have happened in the first place, and how to support it long...