anuary 25, 2022|Mental Health We know that many people who struggle with poor mental health do so in silence. We know that 39 per cent of Canadian workers would not tell their managers if they were experiencing a mental health problem. And we know that 60 per cent of people with mental health problems and mental illness won’t seek …
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March 17, 2022|Mental Health You’re overwhelmed and feeling stuck. You know the ebbs and flows of life are inevitable, but lately they’ve been coming at you faster than ever, and you can’t seem to catch a break. You find yourself craving comfort and stability. You know you should be pushing forward, but the thought of …
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June 14, 2022|Mental Health High inflation rates disproportionately hurt low-to-middle income families and individuals, leaving them vulnerable to food insecurity, debt accumulation, and the erosion of savings accounts or contingency funds. This phenomenon is often referred to as inflation stress, and it’s taking its toll on Canadians. Recently, a study found that 1 in every 3 …
July 7, 2022|Mental Health Have you ever shared a problem with someone, only to have them reply with “Well it could be worse!” or “Look on the bright side!”? If so, you’ve experienced toxic positivity and you likely didn’t even realize it was happening. Toxic positivity (AKA toxic optimism) is a bit of a phenomenon …
July 22, 2020|Corporate Mental Health, Mental Health Businesses Must Prioritize Employee Safety and Support to Succeed in 2020 and Beyond COVID-19 has left us all feeling uncertain. We’re all doing our best to find a balance between earning an income and protecting our health (as well as the health of others). This has been particularly …
May 21, 2020|Addiction, Mental Health, Substance Use Why It May Be Harder to Cope With Substance Abuse During Coronavirus Isolation (And Where to Find Support) For an individual struggling with addiction, COVID-19 is a particularly challenging experience. The virus has resulted in a shift with regards to how some addiction programs and supports are delivered, …
