Your Uplift - December 2024

Patricia's Resiliency eNewsletter ❤️🐞

Author

Patricia Morgan
December 19, 2024

Table of Contents

A Happy Holiday Greeting

ONE. Hard and Uplifting Stuff

Hard Stuff

Krista Malden (1980–2024), a passionate Calgary community builder, mental health advocate, and founder of Community Now! Magazine, last month died far too soon.

Krista organized an annual December Mental Health Day, recognizing the challenges of the season. She encouraged me personally in many ways: she gifted me a ticket to this year’s event, which was later canceled, invited me to write for her magazine, and during COVID, asked me to create an uplifting Christmas video for her followers. Note: An edited video-clip is below.

Known for her quirky personality, pink hair, and infectious laugh, Krista will be missed. She is survived by her daughters, Zanika and Xalynn. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the GoFundMe supporting her daughters to honor her legacy. /gofund.me/7f6ffa7c. If you knew Krista or knew of her, I thought you might want to contribute. ❤️🐞

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Uplifting Stuff

Why I Love Being a Therapist (While Not Being Perfect)

Naturally, I have recently been thinking about Krista and mental health. My conclusion is being a trauma-informed therapist is deeply meaningful to me. It’s not about being perfect but about showing up with compassion, presence, and a willingness to meet others where they are.

It’s a privilege to be trusted with someone’s story, to witness their resilience, and to see their growth. At this stage in my life, with years of skill and experience, I feel a sense of ease in the work and joy in giving what I can.

Here are a few of the gifts my meaningful work brings me — a sense of purpose, making a difference, the privilege of being trusted, compassionate practice, including crying with, heart opening, being present, lifelong learning, and the joy of witnessing resilience and growth.

Should you be interested, here is my Psychology Today profile.

Lastly, what do you love about one or more of your life roles?

Here’s to your continued resilience!
Patricia ❤️🐞

TWO: Patricia’s Helpful Blogs/Articles

 By Guest Expert Ashley Sonnenberg of Mommy and Me Fitness

The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind of tasks, events, and obligations. Between the cooking, decorating, gift-wrapping, and family traditions, it’s easy to put yourself last on the list. But here’s the truth: you can prioritize yourself without dropping the ball on everything else.

The key? Small, intentional shifts that fit YOU into your schedule. You don’t need extra hours—just small steps to care for your mind, body, and well-being. Here’s how you can make it . . . CLICK HERE 

2) 12 Perspectives to Celebrate the Holidays

Happy Holidays! Happy Holidays! Let’s celebrate the holidays! As The Holidays approached, my hubby said, “I want our cards to read Merry Christmas, not Seasons Greetings. I want to celebrate Christmas.” Hmm, but what meaning does he attribute to the word and celebration we call Christmas? What is his TRUE meaning of Christmas? T’was the night before an interesting discussion.

Oftentimes, we are told we need to , , , CLICK HERE

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Whether you call it The Holidays, like my Jewish friends Ken and Natashia, or Christmas, or something else, this time of year is undeniably special. There’s the hustle and bustle of the season, the thoughtful exchange of gifts, and dining tables laden with festive food. What better time to gather with friends or family to watch some classic Christmas movies?. . . CLICK HERE

THREE: Resiliency Video Picks

Patricia’s Videos

1) How to VIRTUALLY Add Fun, Connection, and Laughter During the Holidays (8.34min) Inspired and encouraged by Krista Malden—references to covid-19 removed.

FOUR: FREE Online Opportunity with Patricia

"When someone shows you who they really are, believe them the first time."
 Maya Angelou, Oprah’s Master Class (2011)

Your self-respect, self-care, and the way you are treated at work and home impact your mental health. To flourish, it’s essential to surround yourself with encouraging, affirming, and kindly honest family, friends, and leaders. Do you suspect a relationship is detrimental to your well-being?

Join us to:

  1. Recognize Psychologically Unsafe Behavior: Toxic environments often include repetitive behaviors such as manipulation, criticism, or isolation which undermine self-worth.

  2. Acknowledge Emotional and Physical Impact: Pay attention to how you feel. Chronic stress, fear, or physical symptoms such as headaches are red flags.

  3. Recognize Gaslighting and Minimization: Be aware of those who try to control you.

  4. Identify Lack of Mutual Respect: Healthy environments safe--guard mutual respect and boundaries. Beware of behaviors of control, threat or disregard for your personal needs.

  5. Receive Validation: If you're questioning your situation, sign up so you can get clarity.

Note: if you are in danger, immediately reach out to your local distress centre. 

11am – 12pm MT, Saturday, January 25, 2025 with Patricia Morgan MA CCC

 Part of Manisha Arora’s Micro-learning Series 
Email “Please register me for Boost Resilient Self-Talk” to Manisha at [email protected]

FIVE: More Opportunities for Resilience

Presentations — In-Person or Online
Keynotes/Workshops: CLICK HERE.

Presentation Skills: For those who want one-on-one time to develop a speaking business or simply a specific message and how to effectively deliver it. CLICK HERE.

Therapeutic Counselling: Can be delivered online globally and in person in Canada. CLICK HERE.

Publications: Reduced prices are available for quantity orders. To learn more about Patricia’s books CLICK HERE.

Please let me know how I might be of service at 403-830-6919 or [email protected] 

Your Spunky Seniorpreneur, Patricia ❤️🐞