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The Power of Self Talk
Everyone has an internal dialogue that we privately think about ourselves. Discover the transformative power of self-talk and how it can shape your mindset and boost self-confidence.
Read MoreHow to talk to your kids about school violence
School violence goes beyond shootings. Bullying, intended to hurt someone physically, emotionally, or mentally, is a form of violence. Learn more here.
Read MoreWhat does Emotional Avoidance look like?
Powerful emotions can be intense and we might try to avoid them. Discover how to overcome emotional avoidance here.
Read MoreYour Guide to Coping During a Pandemic
Pro Tips to Cope With Covid The global pandemic was an unforeseen and uncertain situation for everyone. When everyone was engrossed in making their lives better, the virus confined us to our homes. To remain undefeated by COVID we also need to keep ourselves mentally well. Since we live in a period of immense change,…
Read MoreAddiction Treatment
The most difficult step when it comes to overcoming substance use is admitting that it is happening. If an individual is using substances whether it is alcohol or drugs, he or she will likely be unable or unmotivated to address the issue unless that person is aware that the behaviour is problematic. After reaching that level of awareness, the next step would be to determine the level of addiction in order to be able to form a general idea of what treatment option may be needed.
Read MoreWorkplace Stress
Work can mean many different things to many different people. For some people, work is a place of joy and a symbol of personal growth and achievement. For others, work is something that just needs to be done to earn a living. Despite the numerous perspectives on the personal meaning of work however, one common aspect for a lot of people is work stress. No matter what field people work in, whether it is engineering, retail or counselling, workplace stress is something that everyone experiences at some point in their professional lives. Keep in mind that the intensity and persistence of that stress can vary from person to person.
Read MoreLiving with Someone with Post Partum Depression
“Living With” Series – Post Partum Depression Having a baby can bring on several emotions and it is natural for mom and dad to have mood swings. However, these mood swings, or the “baby blues” usually goes away shortly after birth. If you notice your partner or loved one isn’t feeling better about a month after…
Read MoreNational Suicide Prevention Month
September is national suicide prevention awareness month, which helps promote information on how to get the proper help and resources about suicide. It also brings awareness
Read MoreThought Records
How do you react when you are faced with difficult situations? Are you consumed by negative thoughts about yourself? Do you find yourself shrouded by negative self-talk? If you find
Read MoreSafety Planning
Suicidal Thoughts You may be surprised, but suicidal thoughts are not uncommon. These thoughts can be scary and overwhelming. Luckily there are a number of ways we can cope with suicidal thoughts and steps we can take to keep ourselves safe. Many people are scared
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