Brain Injury Awareness Does this sound familiar: “but you look fine!”? So many have. And many are not fine. Brain injuries are often invisible, and unless the person with the injury discloses their injury, they “look fine”. Statistics show that 50% of Canadians lack knowledge about brain injuries and because...
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June is Men’s Health Month. Organizations across Canada will be focusing on a wide variety of topics, from the importance of eating right to getting enough exercise. These are important topics, and worthy of your time to read up on. However, conversations around men’s health must also include mental health,...
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Mental and financial health are linked in very closely. For many, there exists a cycle where a difficult financial situation can lead to mental health issues like stress, depression, and conflict at home, which in turn affects your ability to bring in more money. This cycle can continue over and...
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Mental Health Awareness Week in Canada is not just another week on the calendar; it's a vital reminder of the importance of breaking down barriers, fostering understanding, and supporting those who may be struggling silently. In a world where stigma and misconceptions still surround mental health, this week serves to...
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Earth Day is the one day we set aside in the year to acknowledge and appreciate this beautiful and vibrant planet we call home. On April 22nd, we take the time to celebrate and reflect on the achievements of environmental efforts and movements that focused on, and continue to focus...
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Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) are thoughts that may occur anytime, anywhere, and are generally directed to yourself in a negative way. They can be pretty awful thoughts to have and tend to occur at greater frequency when you are feeling anxious, stressed, or vulnerable. Sometimes these NATs can be an...
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Change—it’s like the unexpected guest at your dinner party, showing up whether you invited it or not. In the workplace, this guest can arrive in the form of a new software system everyone must learn, a shift in your job role, or even a complete change in company leadership. While...
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When the clock strikes 5pm on Friday many people switch into weekend mode and start getting ready for a night out or a night in. Trying to hold onto and make the most of the time away from work or school, we relish in the ease with which we can...
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Pink Shirt Day 2024 is on February 28th. It is an annual event to raise awareness about bullying and promote kindness, respect, and inclusion in schools, workplaces, and communities. This day originated in Nova Scotia in 2007 when two high school students, David Shepherd and Travis Price, took a stand...
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