Open Mind

By Paula Frappier Meditation is a beneficial practice often recommended by therapists to help…

The world is slowly and cautiously coming out of the shadows caused by the social lockdowns of COVID-19. 

“Oh, look who finally decided to join us in the real world.” Is this something you’ve said to…

By Janet Fowler Summer is here! After the challenging year and a half we’ve been through, we can…

A caregiver, sometimes called care partner, is a person who gives care or tends to the needs of another person.

I attended a webinar the other day about the effects of the pandemic on our mental health and effectiveness as health care/front line workers.

The Canadian Mental Health Association defines a phobia as an intense fear of a specific thing like an object, animal or situation. Dogs and heights are cited as being two of the most common phobias.

Have you ever received something really fun in the mail?  Not the usual bills, advertisements or…

Loneliness is something we struggle with at the best of times. Some of us are introverted and…

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we live, work, and connect. What may have felt like a novelty nine months ago has now become isolating, boring and mundane.

This year certainly has been one to remember. I think that from a mental health perspective, it…

By Shannon Pride The White Owl Native Ancestry Association is an Indigenous agency, based out of…

It was a day like any other day – perhaps a bit busier. A visit to the eye doctor; grocery…

The Canadian Centre for Substance Use and Addiction has posted an interesting study on their…

I love hearing about situations where people can gain support, comfort, confidence and skills from…