by Michael Greene | Apr 29, 2020
Every one of us creates a story that defines who we are. This is called our self narrative. Our self narrative consists of our history and our own take on it. Do we describe it in a way that is fair, kind and helpful to us or in a way that is unfair, unkind and... by Michael Greene | Aug 21, 2019
In my years as a Toronto therapist and mental health counsellor, I have heard the above statement many times. What does it actually mean? Many people dealing with, for example, depression symptoms have put themselves inside a little box marked “Depressed Person”. They... by Michael Greene | Apr 22, 2019
I refer to emotional abuse as ‘hidden’ because it is given far less recognition than other forms of abuse, such as physical or sexual. The victim is often blamed. They are “oversensitive” and basically not able to “take it, like other people do”. What is Emotional... by Michael Greene | Mar 29, 2019
Forgiveness is a subject that has been endlessly discussed. There are pros and cons. Some people insist it is necessary in order ‘to move on’. Others say forgiveness is forced and artificial. Whatever side you’re on it is agreed that we need to let go of past hurts. ... by Michael Greene | Jan 31, 2019
“They should call the Children’s Aid Society on me for abusing my inner child so much”. Chris said this in a humorous manner. At the same time he was upset at how critical and hurtful he was towards himself. He is not alone. In my years as a Toronto therapist most of... by Michael Greene | Jan 21, 2019
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” George Santayana Ellen literally stood up and screamed at me, “Don’t try to tell me I’m just some kind of little baby who hasn’t grown up.” In a way she hadn’t grown up. A childhood trauma... 
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