Gratitude

Gratitude

“Gratitude and attitude are not challenges. They are choices” –  Robert Braathe Do you agree with the above quote? After much thought and contemplation about the events of my life, I agree that our attitude and whether or not we practise gratitude are...
Finding Strength In A Pandemic

Finding Strength In A Pandemic

To be isolated is to be separate, segregated or removed from others. We are in the second week of our second province-wide lockdown. We are in month ten of a worldwide pandemic that doesn’t seem to be getting better, and for many of us, we are in the middle of Winter....
PTSD: Invisible Trauma

PTSD: Invisible Trauma

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of those mental health illnesses that many suffer from and have no idea trauma is present. It looks different for everyone, and I want to take the time to give you a glimpse into the invisible trauma that has many faces....
Support Systems Need Support Too!

Support Systems Need Support Too!

“No one has to bear the burden of tough times all by themselves.” – Jack Canfield After reading the above quote, I thought it essential to speak from a different place. As someone who tried to manage depression and anxiety alone for a long time, I...