October 2022 is Healthy Workplace Month, so there is no time like the present to consider seeing a counsellor! So, if you’ve signed up for therapy, or it’s on your mind, this post is for you. Five things you can expect when beginning therapy: Number 1: You will start to...
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Do you remember rolling your eyes at your parents when they reminded you of your bedtime? It’s too early. I’m not tired. I don’t need that much sleep! Sound familiar? Sleep, something our bodies should do naturally often eludes us and is a common barrier to health and mental well-being...
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There’s a turn of phrase folks sometimes use...well, what do you expect? The tone typically implies that, in some way, our expectations are not aligned with those of the person who’s asking. This can make us feel embarrassed or wrong as we realize, whatever our hope or need was, it...
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What makes Mental Health important? Honestly speaking, mental health affects every aspect of our being – from our private experiences to how we see and interact with the world in which we exist. Our ability to solve problems, cope, navigate relationships, and even our sense of productivity or happiness is...
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This is for those of you that have found a world of frustration, disappointment and self-criticism because you “can’t meditate”, have a “problem” concentrating, or find settling your body and clearing your mind a challenge. If this is familiar to you, you’ll likely benefit from a mindfulness practice: the everyday,...
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June is recognized as Men’s Health Month, where the spotlight is focused on ways men can improve both their physical and mental health. It is important to recognize this, since many men feel as though their health, particularly their mental health, doesn’t need to be talked about. Ignoring health issues...
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Walmsley Employee Family Assistance Program was designed to help individuals and their families get the support they need for whatever issue they are experiencing. Thousands of people have accessed our services when they are feeling distraught, overwhelmed, or just need to talk out their problems with someone who can listen...
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If you find the war in Ukraine disturbing and painful, you are not alone. As compassionate, caring individuals, we hurt when you see others hurt. Empathy is critical to our emotional health and to the health of our relationships and communities. It prompts us to help one another, and it...
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Many of us know the benefits of being outdoors: the runners, hikers, kayakers, cyclists, and so many more. Nature can bring us alive and soothe us. Even most music that helps us fall asleep or soundtracks in our yoga classes will have sounds of nature. Our whole being is brought...
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