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Catherine Winter

Catherine Winter is an herbalist, INTJ empath, narcissistic abuse survivor, and PTSD warrior currently based in Quebec's Laurentian mountains. In an informal role as confidant and guide, Catherine has helped countless people work through difficult times in their lives and relationships, including divorce, ageing and death journeys, grief, abuse, and trauma recovery, as they navigate their individual paths towards healing and personal peace.

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12th April 2025

Couples who become glorified roommates make these 12 mistakes again and again

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8th April 2025

If you want to stay connected to your children as they grow up, these 12 behaviors are key

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7th April 2025

12 Things You Will Definitely Not Regret Doing In Your Midlife Years

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5th April 2025

12 Things You Don’t Realize You’re Doing That Scream “Classy” After 40

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5th April 2025

9 subtle ways emotionally unavailable people reveal themselves without realizing it

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4th April 2025

12 Ways To Support Your Partner Through Menopause (Most Men Get This Wrong)

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2nd April 2025

When someone values your time, they will demonstrate these 8 respectful behaviors consistently

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1st April 2025

7 Ways Your Life Purpose Changes After 40 (And Why That’s Good)

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31st March 2025

12 Things Every Woman Should Tell Themselves As They Get Older

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30th March 2025

8 Things Your Aging Parents Aren’t Telling You (But Desperately Want To)

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30th March 2025

9 Behaviors That Show Someone Is A Good Person (Without Them Saying A Word)

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29th March 2025

7 Ways Your Parents’ Marriage Shaped Your Own (For Better or Worse)

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28th March 2025

Middle-aged people who feel old in their bones and minds engage in 12 damaging habits

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27th March 2025

12 Subtle Signs You’re Aging Beautifully (Even If You Don’t Think You Are)

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26th March 2025

How To Accept The Aging Process: 12 Tips That Actually Bring You Peace

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25th March 2025

7 Ways Psychology Can Help You Process Unresolved Issues With Parents Who Have Passed

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25th March 2025

Marriages that withstand life’s toughest challenges share 9 uncommon foundations

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24th March 2025

8 Family Dynamics That Seem Normal But Are Actually Toxic

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18th March 2025

I had a stroke in my 40s. Here’s how I adapted my lifestyle to avoid another one

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6th March 2025

If 12 telltale situations sound familiar, your boundaries are weak or non-existent

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3rd March 2025

People who seem honest but are actually deceitful display 12 calculating behaviors

2nd March 2025

If someone has a defeatist attitude, they’ll display 12 common behaviors

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1st March 2025

12 Ways Narcissists Secretly Test Their Victim’s Loyalty

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27th February 2025

12 “Compromises” Many Modern Women Regret Agreeing To In Their Marriage

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26th February 2025

People who do 8 common things regularly make stupid assumptions without even realizing

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23rd February 2025

12 Surprising Ways People Reveal They’re Attracted To You

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22nd February 2025

12 Sneaky Revenge Tactics Of A Narcissist Who’s Lost Control

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12th February 2025

How To Get Over Being Bullied In The Past: 10 Steps To Take

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11th February 2025

12 Petty Complaints That Instantly Reveal A Person Has A Victim Mentality

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10th February 2025

12 Red Flags That Scream “He’s Not The Good Guy You Think He Is”

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6th February 2025

12 Traits Of A Loving Husband Who Is Actually A Hopeless Partner

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5th February 2025

12 Seemingly Innocent Requests Narcissists Make That Are Actually Sinister Power Plays

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4th February 2025

Married couples who make it past the 7-year itch share 12 common characteristics

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3rd February 2025

If you want tomorrow to be the best day it can be, consider 10 key questions before you go to sleep

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3rd February 2025

12 Relationship Deal Breakers That No Self-Respecting Woman Would Tolerate

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30th January 2025

12 Responses Guaranteed To Humble Anyone Who Dares To Patronize You

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29th January 2025

Beware of people who exhibit 12 insincere behaviors

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21st January 2025

If someone is highly self-centered, they’ll engage in 12 selfish behaviors

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20th January 2025

7 Brutally Honest Reasons You Fear Death (And How To Make Peace With It)

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15th January 2025

12 Things A Toxic Person Will Do To Discredit Someone In Public

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14th January 2025

12 blunt reasons it’s better to just end a miserable marriage, for both your sakes

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9th January 2025

12 Signs You’re A Lone Wolf Whose Social Brain Is Wired Differently

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8th January 2025

How To Let Go Of Emotional Baggage That’s Dragging You Down: 8 Effective Tips

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6th January 2025

12 Things That Indicate You’re Using Projection To Disguise Your Own Bad Feelings And Behavior

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3rd January 2025

12 Blunt Reasons You Couldn’t Care Less About Other People’s Problems Anymore

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3rd January 2025

12 Things No One Should Make You Feel Bad For

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2nd January 2025

12 Of The Hardest Parts About Getting Divorced (That No One Wants To Talk About)

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1st January 2025

12 Signs Someone Has Reached Breaking Point With Their Partner

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1st January 2025

People who grew up feeling ugly and unattractive often display 11 behaviors later in life

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31st December 2024

12 Provocative Phrases People Use When They’re Trying To Get A Rise Out Of You

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30th December 2024

If your partner does 14 unmistakable things, they’re probably using deflection to avoid taking responsibility

30th December 2024

People who act tough but are actually pretty spineless display 12 common behaviors

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27th December 2024

If your husband is neglecting you, take 8 steps to get his attention

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27th December 2024

8 Blunt Reasons You Feel Like An Imposter In Your Own Life

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27th December 2024

Classy people use 12 strategies when forced to interact with people they don’t like

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26th December 2024

Why Happy Singles Always Seem More Content Than Unhappy Couples

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26th December 2024

How To Cope When You Miss Your Late Mom Or Dad: 12 Tips That Help

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20th December 2024

People who choose to live without friendship may face 10 significant consequences later on

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19th December 2024

If someone wants to escape their unhappiness, they should ditch 12 common but unhelpful behaviors

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17th December 2024

If someone is a real friend, they will do all 9 of these things

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17th December 2024

If your partner says these 12 things to you, they don’t genuinely respect you

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17th December 2024

12 Subtle Toxic Behaviors That Most People Choose To Ignore Or Excuse

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13th December 2024

What Your Social Media Posts Say About You As A Person

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12th December 2024

10 Places To Look If You Haven’t Found Your Tribe Yet

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12th December 2024

If you want to be a successful person one day, say goodbye to these 12 behaviors

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11th December 2024

Many Couples Don’t Realize They’re Drifting Apart Until These 12 Things Happen

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10th December 2024

People who can’t move past these 12 experiences are severely limiting their lives

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9th December 2024

If you don’t want to become the person you hate, take these 7 steps before it’s too late

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9th December 2024

7 Things You Need To Understand If You’re In Love With A Broken Man

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9th December 2024

12 Phrases Emotionally Mature People Use To Cope With Life’s Difficulties With Grace

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9th December 2024

12 Toxic Traits Of People Who Will Betray You Without Hesitation

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6th December 2024

12 Behaviors That Reveal Someone Is Secretly Struggling Despite Their Wide Smile

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5th December 2024

Whenever You Feel Unworthy, Turn To These 11 Truths For Comfort

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4th December 2024

If you don’t want to be lonely anymore, take these 10 steps to find your tribe

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4th December 2024

9 Things You’re Doing Wrong If You Dread Christmas

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4th December 2024

People who express themselves better through writing than speaking share these 12 unique traits

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3rd December 2024

10 Blunt But Perfectly Valid Reasons You Hate Christmas

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3rd December 2024

Before confronting your family about past hurts, consider these 12 things carefully

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2nd December 2024

12 Habits Every Loving Partner Must Adopt To Ensure Their Relationship Lasts

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2nd December 2024

People who lack class engage in these 12 behaviors regularly

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28th November 2024

Men Who Truly Love Their Partners Would Never Do These 11 Things

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27th November 2024

If you can’t seem to make friends as an adult, you’re probably making these 12 mistakes

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26th November 2024

How To Identify Genuine People In A World Of Fakery: 12 Signs That Reveal All

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22nd November 2024

How To Cope When World Events Leave You Feeling Helpless And Afraid: 10 Reassuring Tips

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22nd November 2024

12 Embarrassing First Impression Mistakes You Probably Don’t Even Know You’re Making

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21st November 2024

People who were bookworms as children develop these 12 traits as adults

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20th November 2024

Loneliness In Childhood Is Often Revealed By These 12 Behaviors In Adults

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19th November 2024

If you don’t want to wish your life away, stop making these 10 mistakes

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19th November 2024

The 10 Rollercoaster Stages Every Person Goes Through When They Fall In Love

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19th November 2024

People who become the best version of themselves after 50 usually adopt these 10 habits

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