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Top 10 Symptoms of Burnout

Everywhere, burnout seems to be affecting more and more people. It makes no distinction between bosses, managers and employees. To prevent it, it is important to recognize the main symptoms of burnout to take necessary action quickly. Definition of Burnout The International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11) defines burnout as: “A syndrome conceptualized as resulting from … Continued

Breaking the Domestic Violence Cycle?

Domestic violence is like an epidemic. Once it has infiltrated a couple, it keeps repeating itself increasingly frequently, more and more violently. It is a social illness that needs to be prevented, contained and eliminated,” declares Terry Pomerantz Different types of violence The Different Stages of the Domestic Violence Cycle Here are the 4 stages … Continued

Resources for parents and their difficult teens

Terry Pomerantz and the Pomerantz Foundation are particularly sensitive to the challenges that parents with difficult teens must face. In fact, “the resources available to parents with a difficult teen are often insufficient considering the severity of the problems these parents have to deal with. I am not surprised that these parents end up feeling … Continued

Growing up with an alcoholic parent: the consequences on a child.

When a child grows up with an alcoholic parent, there are significant consequences. “That child will need support, love and understanding to lead a happy life. Unfortunately, alcoholism is increasingly frequent in families. But what to do when a child is growing up with an alcoholic mother?” (Terry Pomerantz) Understanding the impact of a parent’s … Continued

Alcoholic Mother: What to do?

For a child, living with an alcoholic mother means experiencing insecurity, incomprehension and sometimes violence. “A child forced to live with an alcoholic mother experiences a constant emotional roller coaster. Sometimes, the day following the mother’s drunken episode, the child will have to console her, reassure her and help her feel less guilty” explains Terry … Continued

Fighting school bullying: advice and resources by the Pomerantz Foundation

According to UNESCO, globally, 1 in 3 students is a victim of bullying every month. In 2019, 20% of students aged 12 to 14 years were victims of cyberbullying. In Quebec, a study by the Quebec Institute of Statistics (IST) reveals that 32% of high school students have been victims of at least one bullying … Continued

The herbs and spices Terry needs to season his Italian recipes.

Fresh Spices Terry‘s cooking smells like fresh spices. “There’s no better way to cook Italian food than with fresh herbs. Just chop the chives, the basil, and you’ve got the scent of Italian cooking.” Terry buys his fresh herbs at his local farmer’s market, at the supermarket, the fish market or at his favorite butcher. … Continued

Grilling a la plancha: Tips and tricks from Terry Pomerantz!

Grilling a la plancha has been trending for a few years. Making grilling accessible to all, the plancha has allowed us to diversify our recipes whether on the barbecue, on a wooden plancha pan, or on an electric plancha. Become a true chef thanks to Terry Pomerantz’s tips and tricks to ensure great grilling a … Continued

White wine for cooking: dry, sparkling, fresh?

Like many of us, you are wondering what white wine to use when cooking. A dry white wine such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon or Pinot? Or a sweeter Riesling or Muscat. Are there any recipes where it is better to use a sparkling white wine? A terribly simple, and delicious suggestion “Cooking is simple, I use … Continued