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Marcia Sirota
@marciasirota.bsky.social
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Psychiatrist, writer, speaker, podcaster, shit disturber
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Does going back to the office cause you stress? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll to let us know.

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January 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday Self-care is not selfish. We all deserve it and we have more to give when we take care of ourselves first. #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
January 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday For your New Year’s resolution this year, consider making the choice to slow down and savour more in your life. When everything is going so fast, it’s impossible to enjoy anything. But when you slow down, that’s when life becomes rich & beautiful. #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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What do you think about New Year's resolutions? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll to let us know.

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December 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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In my latest blog I discuss three standout films from the fiftieth anniversary of the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) which explore the theme of flawed fatherhood.

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December 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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TIFFTalk50 Episode 3: California Schemin'

Photo by: Mark Mainz. Courtesy of: Toronto International Film Festival®

#fyp #tiff50 #tiff #filmfestival #filmreview #filmrecap #tifftalk #jamesmcavoy #psychology #reelmental #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind ‪@TIFF‬ ‪@torontointernationalfilmfe745‬
December 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film, "Rental Family," with Brian Eggert.

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https://podcast.reelmental.com/34-brian-eggert-discusses-rental-family

#reelmental #podcast #TIFF50 #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
December 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film, "Rental Family," with Brian Eggert.

Available wherever you listen:
https://podcast.reelmental.com/34-brian-eggert-discusses-rental-family

#reelmental #podcast #TIFF50 #mentalhealth #kindvsnice #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
December 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday Being kind gives us energy and boosts our mood. Being a people-pleaser drains our energy and lowers our mood. People-pleasers have poor boundaries and abandon themselves. Kind people are good to others and to themselves. #ruthlesscompassion
December 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday In romantic relationships, it’s important for you to know what you want & not allow the other person’s desires to take precedence. When you know what you want, it’s easier to avoid being taken advantage of or controlled & it’s easier to get what you really want. #ruthlesscompassion
December 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film, "Sentimental Value," with Jason Anderson.

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https://podcast.reelmental.com/33-jason-anderson-discusses-sentimental-value

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #TIFF50 #joachimtrier #mentalhealth #befiercelykind
December 12, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the film, "Sentimental Value," with Jason Anderson.

Available wherever you listen:
https://podcast.reelmental.com/33-jason-anderson-discusses-sentimental-value

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #TIFF50 #joachimtrier #mentalhealth #befiercelykind
December 12, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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#wisdomwednesday A good parent is there for their kids without smothering them or over-protecting them. Kids need to learn how to be independent and self-reliant. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
December 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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How much of a people-pleaser are you? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.

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December 9, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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TIFFTalk50 Episode 2: Meadowlarks

Photos by: Elora Braden, Tyler Hagan, & George Hupka. Courtesy of: Mongrel Media, Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF), & BOAF Films EFF Inc./BOAF Films JFL Inc.

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December 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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#wisdomwednesday When someone tries to rush you into a relationship, beware. When they push you too fast, they don’t give you the time to tune in to your feelings or needs, so you’re destabilized and can’t make a conscious, informed choice. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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How do you manage your stress as the holiday season begins? Take part in our super-quick 30-second new poll and let us know.

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November 26, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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In the recent episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I discuss the new docuseries Suspicious Minds with series host Sean King O'Grady.

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November 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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#wisdomwednesday Loving parents set their children up to be self-sufficient, successful, and capable of meaningful relationships. Selfish parents set their children up to be people-pleasers, starting with them. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I speak with award-winning filmmaker Lauren Melinda about her new film, Before You.

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#reelmental #podcast #fyp #psychology #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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In the latest episode of the Reel Mental Podcast I speak with award-winning filmmaker Lauren Melinda about her new film, Before You.

Available wherever you listen:
https://bit.ly/4oWgqJ6

#reelmental #podcast #fyp #pregnancy #grief #psychology #mentalhealth #ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday Being a people-pleaser backfires because you inevitably attract users who are incapable of loving you or seeing your true value. Instead, they recognize your insecurities and feel empowered to take advantage of you or mistreat you. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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#wisdomwednesday You know your family member is toxic when they always make you feel inadequate and like you have to earn their approval. Positive family members make you feel good about yourself and like you’re loved unconditionally. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 12, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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#wisdomwednesday There’s a big difference between being judgemental and having good judgment. The former is being unreasonably critical; the latter is facing the truth about reality and then making the appropriate choices. #ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #befiercelykind
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲: 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁! In this episode I speak with Dr. Robert A. Neimeyer about grief and grieving.

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#ruthlesscompassion #befiercelykind
October 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM