Today I want to share some tips for setting boundaries during the holiday season. This can be both for your own mental health and/or the mental health of those close to you. Many find this time of year overwhelming for a variety of reasons and we often face all kinds of "pressures" about how, when, where we "should" be celebrating and who we should be celebrating with. How to set boundaries during the holiday season Prioritize what's most important to you. If you try to do ev

Ready to add mental health and burnout awareness training in your workplace or organization? Different groups have different needs, so we are happy to provide a variety of services to suite your training needs. We build healthier workplaces that prioritize mental wellness.  1. Mental Health First Aid - Basic (2 day in person), Standard (Virtual 1 day) or Standard (Face to Face 1 day) for Canadian workplace groups of 10+ Learn more here . 2. Burnout To Boundaries™ half day o

Stress and burnout "live in the same house" but they aren't the same thing. Lets explore some of the key differences and what you should be aware of as the warning signs. Stress is your body’s natural response to a challenge or demand. When stressed you might find yourself feeling: Overwhelmed or like you're constantly “on" (can't turn your brain off). Irritable, angry or anxious. Sick or unwell (common signs are headaches, tension, stomach issues, or trouble sleeping). Burn

Mental Health First Aid (Standard - Virtual) allows you to complete this important certificate training from anywhere in Canada, as long as you have a solid internet connection, working camera and audio on your computer, and a quiet, uninterrupted space to complete your live training. Join me on January 30 for my ONLY course with open registration this Winter. Spaces are filling quickly and this class is already half sold out so be sure to book your seat(s) early. Thursday, J

Are stress levels high right now? Are your team members feeling overwhelmed? Is your team at risk of burning out? Burnout to Boundaries™ workshops are a GREAT place to start - we focus on PREVENTION and practical, personalized strategies.  Half day and full day sessions available for workplaces, delivered virtually or in person. These sessions have also been very popular with membership organizations seeking to support the wellbeing of their members (ask about non-profit pric