Hatty Francis-Ehnholm - Compass Psychology

Navigating the Physical and Relational Waves of Perimenopause and Menopause

For generations, perimenopause and menopause were discussed in whispers, reduced to a punchline about “hot flushes”. Today, we are breaking the silence. Menopause is not merely a biological endpoint; it is a profound neurological, psychological, and relational...

Brrrr! Winter is Finally Here!

by Hatty Francis-Ehnholm

The temperatures have officially dropped well into the negatives, the snow has finally come and winter has truly arrived. While it might be tempting to curl up under a blanket until April, there is a secret to not just surviving, but thriving during a Finnish winter,...

Embracing Autumn: A Gentle Return to Routine Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Values

by Hatty Francis-Ehnholm

The long, light-filled Finnish summer is slowly drawing to a close, and the crisper autumn air is signaling a return to familiar routines. While the extended Finnish summer break provides a much-needed period of rest, rejuvenation and exposure to sunlight, simply...

Navigating Silence: Understanding and Adapting to Finnish Communication Culture

by Hatty Francis-Ehnholm

Moving to a new country often brings a mix of challenges. One significant aspect is adapting to new cultural norms, particularly in communication. In Finland, a country renowned for its quiet demeanor and high-context communication, many newcomers can find the...

How to achieve your New Year’s Resolutions

by Hatty Francis-Ehnholm

Welcome to the New Year! This is the time when many of us review our lives and think about what we could do to improve ourselves, our situation and our lives. However surveys show that a whopping 43-95% of new years resolutions are abandoned by the end of January!...