Ask Gwen: Disruptive family member

Whenever we are out with my sister-in-law she is very disruptive and always makes a scene. How can we handle this? Gwen's Answer: If she gets disruptive with family members simply do not argue with her....

Ask Gwen: What is Soul?

What is Soul and how do I get in touch with it? Gwen's Answer: There are many definitions of soul. I think of it as that part of us that is our pure essence. It is our...

Ask Gwen: Teen Communication

How do I get my teenage son to talk to me? He stays in his room a lot and I get a lot of one word answers. Gwen's Answer: Teens do not always feel like talking...

Ask Gwen: Expectations in Relationships

My partner and I are always arguing because of my high expectation about our relationship that I believe she is not aware of. How do I communicate it to her so we can come...

Ask Gwen: Financial Disagreement

My partner and I frequently get into arguments about money, He likes to spend a lot and I like to save and have a budget. How do we compromise? Gwen's Answer: Issues around finances are one...

Ask Gwen: How to Make Christmas Less Stressful

I don't really enjoy Christmas anymore because it's so busy and stressful.  Do you have any suggestions to make it more enjoyable? Gwen's Response: Most of the busyness and stress is self-created. Think of all the...

Ask Gwen: Finding the courage to follow your own dreams

My parents told me once that I should pursue my dreams and make them come true but deep inside I know they want me to be someone they want. I've seen their reaction a...

Ask Gwen : Parents object to an Emotionally Abusive Boyfriend

My 22 year old daughter is planning to move to B.C. with a boyfriend who is controlling and verbally abusive. He has alienated her from her friends and we certainly don't like him. We...

Ask Gwen: Speak your Truth

If I am honest with myself, I have not been truthful to those I love. I tell them what they want to hear rather than how I really think or feel. Because of this...

Ask Gwen: Meditating, but what’s missing?

Despite having a daily meditation practice and well set intentions, I still find my mind spiralling with worry and negative thoughts. What am I missing? Gwen's Answer: Let’s imagine you are meditating on having no flies...