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Bed Rotting: Self-Care or Slippery Slope? What You Need to Know
You’ve seen the TikToks. The cozy blankets. The dim lighting. The caption: "Bed rotting all weekend—no regrets." Let’s break it down—no judgement, just real talk.
The Rising Tide of Addiction in Canada: Understanding the Crisis and How to Get Help
Addiction is no longer a shadowy issue whispered about in hushed tones—it’s a full-blown public health crisis in Canada. But what’s driving this epidemic?
How to Support Your Gen Z Child Deal With The Reality No One Prepared Us For
We’re watching a generation struggle in ways we never did—and many of us feel helpless. But new research shows your support matters more than ever. Here’s what’s really going on with Gen Z—and how you can be their anchor.
Us vs. Them: The Psychology Behind Canada’s Political Divide and Why It Feels So Personal
Political polarization isn’t just playing out on news channels or in Parliament—it’s in our heads, our homes, and our group chats. But here’s what we often forget: this divisiveness doesn’t have to control us.
Why Being an Ally is More Important Than Ever for Our Mental Health in Today’s Geopolitical Climate
Allyship is not just about supporting others—it’s also a powerful way to nurture your own mental health…
Trump, Tariffs, 51st State Talks: Are Politics Making You Anxious? Here’s How to Cope
The anxiety is real right now for many people, even those who don’t typically think of themselves as being political…
Therapy: An Important Tool in Your Perimenopause Toolkit with Stefanie Peachey
Stefanie Peachey shares her expertise on this podcast to discuss the challenges women face during perimenopause, the significance of self-care, and the mind-body connection in mental health.
A Mental Health Guide for Caregivers: Coping with Stress, Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma
This mental health guide for caregivers looks at the challenges of caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma— that affect individual caregivers - and provides tips and resources to cope with the responsibilities of that role.
The Ultimate Self-Care Guide for Moms
As moms, we often put ourselves at the bottom of the priority list, especially when it comes to juggling responsibilities at work and home while carrying a heavy mental load. But self-care is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Mama, it’s time to care of you…
Why Being an Ally is Important for Our Mental Health
Being an ally is not only a moral imperative but also profoundly beneficial to both individual and collective mental health…
The Power of Journaling for Your Mental Health
For those seeking to enhance their self-care routine, integrating journaling can be a transformative practice that promotes mental clarity, emotional healing, and overall well-being. Learn how…
Top 10 Reasons Why Summer is a Great Time to Start Therapy
The summer offers a unique set of advantages that make it an excellent time to engage in therapeutic work. In fact, here are the top 10 reasons why summer is a great time to start therapy…
Self-Care Resource Guide
We have compiled a small list of activities that may work for you to get into your self-care routine, along with some links to areas or activities :).
Why Therapy in the Summer is Good for You
We spoke to Registered Social Worker Kate Brockbank about why therapy in the summer is good for you. Here’s what she told us…
10 Benefits to Therapy All Year Round
We have compiled a list to discuss ten reasons why therapy is beneficial all year and how it can create positive impacts on your life.
Personal Growth
Thinking about your personal growth? Here’s how to set SMART goals for self-improvement so you can start growing forward towards the life you want.
Healthy Habits and Mental Health
This week, we spoke to Registered Social Worker Kate Brockbank about the importance of healthy habits to maintain your mental health.
Self-Care and Mental Health
Self-care has been a topic of discussion over the past couple of years, and there is no sign of slowing down.
Taking a Break From the Holidays
As the holidays approach, many are met with a wide array of emotions, feelings, and expectations. We chatted with Merwa Amer, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Peachey Counselling to discuss the feelings associated with this time of year and how we can take a break from the holidays and prioritize ourselves.
That Summer Feeling…
For months, we’ve all been in a state of ‘survival’ dealing with uncertainty, fear and isolation. But now, with restrictions lifting and vaccines being distributed, we find ourselves starting to feel a little bit better. We’ve finally returned to warm weather, sunshine and holidays… but what does this mean for our mental health?
Empower your healing.
Looking for more ways to access expert information, practical steps and free mental health resources? Here are some more ways to grow forward through every phase and stage of life.
Wondering what to expect from therapy?
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, this FREE guide can help answer your questions and help relieve any worries…