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Anxiety in Children

Anxiety in Children Children are significantly impacted by the coronavirus. It’s important to talk honestly and openly with them about Covid-19, stressing ways in which they can keep themselves and others safe. Children do best with routine and structure so finding a predictable pattern for the day will help ease...

Emotions & Coronavirus Lockdown Rebellion

In the news recently there have been stories of people actively defying self-isolation orders. Debates are erupting between co-workers, friends & family members about the benefits & cost-analysis of the strict lock-down measures. The temptation is to take a strong position on one side & view the other side as...

Hope and Covid-19

Covid-19 Support- Walmsley, Employee & Family Assistance Program

As we know, it’s only natural that our mental health can be adversely affected during these emotionally stressful times due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Keeping informed about the ever-changing situation via reliable sources; World Health Organization and the Canada Public Health is very helpful. Continuing to do our part and...

Understanding and Showing Compassion for Others Not Coping Well

When a crisis happens, like this Covid-19 virus, we come face to face with our own vulnerability, our own mortality, and our own lack of control over events. What can we do to support those whom we love who are not coping well? Allow me to give a few suggestions...

Strategies for Coping with Self-Isolation

Strategies for Coping with Self-Isolation I have a small sign in my office that reads, “storms don’t last forever.” It feels like a particularly good reminder to me these days, as we all work to adjust to life under the cloud of this pandemic and its related restrictions. Just like...

Reaching Out

Knowing how to bring up a sensitive subject is challenging for all of us, and sometimes it is easier to say nothing. But during this pandemic, it’s important we reach out to others who may be struggling. It’s helpful if you approach the person with only two goals in mind,...

Sadness and Depression

Over a million Canadian’s have lost their jobs as a result of the coronavirus. We collectively grieve the losses even if we haven’t lost ours. We hurt for one another because we care. Feeling sad is a normal reaction to loss, both big and small. Often support and time is...