Articles to Support Your Health and Well-being
The New Year naturally imparts a sense of change. Whether or not you make resolutions, stop for a moment and consider the changes you might like, and why.
There’s nothing like a warm, sunny day to brighten our mood and give us a boost of optimism. And after the spring we’ve had, we couldn’t be more ready for it.
What can we do when we find ourselves engaging with others in a negative way?
"I used to be passionate about my volunteer work, now I couldn't care less...", "Art used to be my favorite way to relax..."
"My boss must think I'm not able to do my job, I have to quit...", "If I don't get this internship, I'll never get a job..."
Understanding Therapy – Article 3
Struggling with a new move? Here are some things to consider when coping.
Festivals and your Mental Health
What is CBT, what can it be used for and why is it so beneficial in dealing with mental health challenges?
As the days grow shorter, and temperatures drop, it's natural to crave heartier, comfort foods during the colder months.
"I don't remember what it's like to be happy...", "Sometimes, I get really angry and irritated with the people I love..."
"I mean to get things done, but I end up just wasting time", "I keep getting caught up and work, I don't know where I'm spending my time".
"My sleep is all over the place, I have no idea how much I get." "I keep waking up earlier and earlier." "I have to keep taking naps."
Did you know that approximately 1 in 12 Canadians age 20 and over live with diagnosed heart disease?
While shift work can be essential for industries, it often presents unique challenges when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet.
Festivals and your Mental Health
Why our thoughts are powerful enough to impact the way our brains are wired.
With awareness, motivation, desire for change, and repetitive practice, we can alter our thoughts and emotions.
Here are some tips to minimize procrastinating based on the understanding that it is impacted by our thoughts and feelings.
Festivals and your Mental Health
Do you sometimes have trouble saying "no"? Don't worry - you're not alone!
When it comes to talking to a loved one about mental health, it can be very uncomfortable because as a society we are still living with a lot of stigmas and there isn’t enough information out there to help us know how to start such a conversation. Fortunately, there's a proven way to start that conversation.
Did you make New Year’s resolutions that are already forgotten? Avoid the emotional rollercoaster by setting yourself up for success.
The New Year is freshly upon us, and as we bid good riddance to the year 2020, we look ahead to how we want to shape our lives in 2021.
Telehealth can help make mental health services easier and more convenient to access and provide.
February is Heart Month, so it’s a great time to reflect on self-care for your heart.
It seems like it's become harder and harder to date. How on earth do we make sense of the messy online dating scene?
"I felt like I was dying, It felt like I was having a heart attack.", "I got tunnel vision and I couldn't breathe"
"As soon as I wake up, my heart and my thoughts are racing...", "I cannot get on that plane, what if I can't control myself..."
Understanding Therapy – Article 5
Strategies for looking after yourself
Festivals and your Mental Health
Understanding Therapy – Article 4
Panic attacks are quite common. Ever wonder why our bodies are reacting in such a way? Let's break it down.
Know the signs to protect yourself and others.
Most of us have been touched by suicide in some way. Some of us have lost a loved one to suicide or know someone who has.
Know what the signs are - look out for those who need us most
The transition to motherhood can be challenging and full of unanticipated new realities. Here are the things I didn't plan for.
Festivals and your Mental Health
Understanding Therapy – Article 2
"I would scrunch my eyes and shake my head, but it would never go away...", "My whole body could feel it, like it just happened..."
Festivals and your Mental Health
Foundational tips to better yourself during stressful times
Understanding Therapy – Article 1
A successful preparation starts with a healthier and happier you. Buckle-up and ring-in the New Year with Top 5 Dietitian Approved Tips.