Illustration by Harshita Jha: https://harshitajha1.wixsite.com/website The word “empathy” comes up a lot when talking about mental health and supporting others, and Dr. Brené Brown has become a leading expert in this area. She emphasizes how empathy – putting ourselves in others’ shoes and appreciating their perspectives and feelings – drives connection and is key […]Continue readingConnection, responses, and empathy
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Beneath the Surface: Self-Care Myths and Facts
Over the years, we’ve seen a steady increase in mental health awareness. More and more, we’re hearing and talking about wellness, mindfulness, therapy, stress management and self-care. Guest post from CMHA National – originally posted at https://cmha.ca/blogs/beneath-the-surface-self-care-myths-and-facts While it’s exciting to see increased interest in mental health, the popularization of wellness can sometimes lead to […]Continue readingBeneath the Surface: Self-Care Myths and Facts
Overgeneralizing: How “always” and “never” can take over
“Oh no! I forgot to call that person back! I always forget everything. I’m never going to remember to call anyone.” Does this sound like you or someone you know? It’s a great example of overgeneralizing, a thinking distortion that involves drawing broad conclusions based on limited occurrences or experiences. It often takes the form […]Continue readingOvergeneralizing: How “always” and “never” can take over
The Enchanted Forest
Where the Refreshing Benefits of Nature Meet the Nurturing Words of a CYC Guest post by Kathryn Small, CYC (Child and Youth Care) Hello! And welcome to the Enchanted Forest- “The Most Magical Place on Earth!” No, wait… that’s Disney World… Welcome to the Enchanted Forest- “Where Dreams Come True!” Wait, that’s still Disney, […]Continue readingThe Enchanted Forest
Move to improve your mental health
Guest post from CMHA National Before we talk about how to improve your mental health, let’s make sure we agree on what we’re talking about. At the Canadian Mental Health Association, we notice that people use the terms “mental health” and “mental illness” interchangeably, but really, they mean different things. Mental illnesses are disturbances in […]Continue readingMove to improve your mental health
How to turn a difficult life event on its head
Guest post from CMHA National: www.cmha.ca A lot is being said about stress these days, and it’s no wonder. The pandemic has brought with it countless sources of extreme stress. But there has been relative silence on a topic that would help us get through the stress. And that topic is “resilience.” Maybe that’s because we all know what stress is, and what it feels like. And maybe we are less familiar with the […]Continue readingHow to turn a difficult life event on its head
1:1 Conversation with Yourself
This blog is by our friend Denise Waligora with Mental Health First Aid Canada at the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Read more of their blogs at www.mhfa.ca/en/blogs. Well, the time has finally arrived across our country…dogs and humans alike have been groomed and patios are open for business. While most Canadians are excited to return […]Continue reading1:1 Conversation with Yourself
“We’re dealing with a lot too”: COVID Life Through the Eyes of a 14-Year-Old
Guest post by Millie Howard You adults are probably finding quarantine pretty rough – you have to find ways to entertain your kids, work has become more of a hassle, and you’re probably bored most of the day. I get it. But do you ever wonder what quarantine is like from a kid’s perspective? I […]Continue reading“We’re dealing with a lot too”: COVID Life Through the Eyes of a 14-Year-Old
It Begins With You
This blog is by our friend Denise Waligora with Mental Health First Aid Canada at the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Read more of their blogs at www.mhfa.ca/en/blogs. My last blog focused on the importance of checking in on others. As important as this is, the truth is we can’t continue to provide the best support […]Continue readingIt Begins With You
Coping With Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic
While protecting our physical health during the COVID-19 pandemic is top of mind, we can’t forget about our mental health. Many of us may be experiencing a high degree of uncertainty, worry, and stress about safety, finances, jobs, family members, and any number of things during this unprecedented time. First of all, if you are […]Continue readingCoping With Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic