Nov 8, 2017 | Selfcare practices and resiliency
The GORBA trail is maintained by the Guelph Off Roading Bicycling Association. Made for bikes, there were plenty of foot walkers too. As I walked along the GORBA trail I reflected on what a neighbour recently said to me about exercising (which some would argue...
Nov 8, 2017 | Mental health resources
At Life Voice we care about your life voice. So we wanted to do something that helps strengthen your inner resiliency. That's why we've designed a campaign that offers inspiration for every day of the week. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn so...
Nov 7, 2017 | Mental health and diet
In Giulia Enders TED talk, "The Surprisingly Charming Science of your Gut" she explores how our gut may be affecting our mental health more than we realize. Could there even be a link with suicide and prevention? Watch now to learn more. Leave us a comment letting us...
Nov 6, 2017 | Suicide prevention resources
Monday's can be rough. For many we have to drag our feet out of bed. The song "1-800-273-8255" by Logic reminds us help and hope are out there. If you're struggling with your mental health and you need someone to talk to, call now. You don't have to do this alone.
Nov 1, 2017 | Mental Health events and workshops
Is not every day I'm invited to join a panel to talk about my failures. With that said, when we know it's okay to fail we know it's okay to challenge ourselves...to try new things...to innovate, and expand, and learn, and grow. That's what keeps organizations...
Sep 9, 2017 | Guest post
With school back in session and many people back to work from summer holiday’s we approach an important date. On September 10th I’ll be wearing an orange and yellow ribbon signifying hope for suicide prevention and awareness. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention...
Sep 8, 2017 | Mental Health events and workshops
TAKE a MINUTE, CHANGE a LIFE · Be one who wears a ribbon · Be one who reaches out · Be one who speaks up · Be one who listens · Be one who makes a difference September 10th marks the annual World Suicide Prevention day. The Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council...
Jul 24, 2017 | Mental health resources
This has been a long time coming, and like many good things that come to fruition they realize their potential only by first wading through the unknown with persistence, patience, passion, and a vision for what's to come.
Jun 30, 2016 | Mental health and safety in the workplace
Let's say you're a first responder. Perhaps you're a police officer. On your shift you're called to a scene where a troubled man is in distress. You stay with him until the situation is de-escalated. You connect him with the local distress center who you know well...
Mar 27, 2014 | Mental health and sports teams
The OHL (Ontario Hockey League) has made a play for suicide prevention. It's not the typical plays you see on the ice. Although off ice it's being used by sports teams across the country. safeTALK is part of a strategic suicide prevention program the OHL has rolled...