Welcome to The Roundup - a monthly overview (and recap) of all the articles + content we’ve shared this month, plus reminders, updates + curated resources for you to save, download or pass along to someone who needs it!

As therapists we get lots of data that help us see what folks in our direct community are experiencing, how people are interacting with each other (on a micro and macro level), and the topics and issues on the top of people’s minds as they move through the world.

The major themes for this month (across the board) were:

Can you change your attachment style? We get this question a lot when our clients are struggling with feeling super anxious or checked out in their relationships. The good news is yes, your attachment patterns can definitely change with new relationship experiences + therapy + other supports. The bad news is that this is difficult work that takes time, and navigating the world of relationships in the meantime can be really painful and challenging.

Helpful vs. unhelpful anxiety: While anxiety is usually never a comfortable feeling to hold space for, it may at times be trying to give us helpful messages about what matters to us and what we need to do. Next time you feel anxious, stop and consider what actually needs a response from you and what else you may need to let go of.

Am I going in the right direction? We’re tuning into the mental and emotional squeeze when it comes to decision making for the big and small things in life (What is my purpose? Am I fulfilled? How do I plan my schedule this week? Where can I find more space in my schedule for me? How do I organize my time?). Here’s the thing: we can be curious and confused at the same time. We’re remembering that uncertainty, confusion, and the discomfort that comes with it is often necessary to push us in the direction of clarity. You heard it here first.

Any of the above resonate? Drop your comments, questions and reflections below and tell us what’s on your mind. We gotchu.

👀 ICYMI: What we wrote about this month

Save & share, or bookmark for a rainy day read ☔️

• 🌸 Self-Validation Decoded: Honouring Your Inner Wisdom ✨ — Six practices for cultivating self-compassion and emotional presence without judgment. → Read more here

• Maybe I should stop playing small. — Reflections and prompts on why taking yourself seriously feels harder than it should. → Read more here

🌳 Bloom in The Media

When we’re not writing here, find us sharing our thoughts across social media and publications across the web 👩🏾‍💻

💜 Essence | Op-Ed: Jackie Christie And Her Daughter’s Fight Is Troubling — And A Reminder Of Toxic Family Dynamics — No one wins when the family feuds. Although the two reality stars’ on-screen squabble might’ve been entertaining for some, it was disturbing to watch for most. Written by Dominique Fluker. → Read online

💜 Essence | Living Your Best (Love) Life: Does Dialing Up Your Feminine Energy Guarantee A Successful Relationship? — Resting in your feminine energy may attract a well-suited partner but is that enough to sustain a healthy relationship? Written by Dominique Fluker. → Read online

💜 Essence | Are You Burned Out Or Just Depressed? —  Although the two terms might sound similar, there are some key differences. Here's what you should know about burnout and depression. Written by Dominique Fluker. → Read online

📖 Books we love & recommend 🤓

If you’ve ever wondered what your therapist is reading, or what books they really recommend, check out the latest in our series What’s On Your Therapist’s Bookshelf? Growing Pains readers get the full list we don’t share on IG, so tap in below and add a few to your TBR list (or bookmark this post for later!)

(Notion Link) ☞ Bloom Book Recommendations 🌷📚 (edits ongoing!)

📅 Where to find us: upcoming events

Group Therapy: Healing Through Burnout
📅 Weekly on Saturdays from September 27th-October 25th, 2025
⏰ 2:00pm-3:30pm
📍The Villij Studios - 5 Dickens St, Toronto
🤎 We’re back with another group therapy experience this fall, facilitated by Bloom founder Meghan Watson, RP, and Bloom therapist Tracy Amponsah Owusu-Gyimah, RSW. This group offers a community-centered approach to navigating burnout specifically tailored for Women of Colour. Learn more and sign up for the group here.

💻 Digital reads & downloads: resources curated just for you

• [Digital Download] Visioning Your Values Through Creative Collage

• [Digital Download] Using Self-Validation To Accept Your Thoughts and Emotions

• [Article] How to Financially Support Your Parents (& Not Go Broke)

Catch you next month.

With love,

The Bloom team 🤎

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