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

Did you get a chance to catch my recent LinkedIn interview with Bridget Schulte from Care/Of Experiences where we tackled the topic of burnout prevention? Here’s a look at our conversation: 1. Prioritize better balance and boundaries with our work and technology: Establishing firm limits between work and personal life is crucial. Giving our brains a break by putting technology away or turning it off isn't rocket science but many people struggle with technology boundaries

Real talk: some signs you’re on the road to burnout and need to work on those boundaries (hint: I can help!) 1. Constantly working overtime (I’m talking about those UNPAID extra hours you are putting in to try to stay on top of things 👀) yes, I went there!! 2. Feeling overwhelmed - something isn’t aligned or you aren’t getting enough time to recharge. 3. You have a hard time saying no, even if your plate is already more than full, or you feel overwhelmed. 4. You feel like yo

Do you ever think about how loneliness might impact your workplace? Here are some alarming statistics about loneliness from the US Surgeon General: Lacking social connection can increase the risk for premature death as much as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. Poor or insufficient social connection is associated with increased risk of disease, including a 29% increased risk of heart disease and a 32% increased risk of stroke. Loneliness is associated with increased risk for

Burnout is a problem in almost every workplace, but were you aware that many managers are at even higher risk? 53% of managers feel burned out according to Work Trend Index, a global survey of workers across multiple industries and companies. Why is the workplace burnout rate so high for managers? There are a variety of factors, but commonly: greater demands with fewer resources low recognition unsustainable workload ensuring team members are supported while also trying to ma

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Lindsay of The Safety Gambit Podcast to talk about mental health in the workplace. In this episode, we cover:  ✅ Why 10 out of 10 people have mental health and why it matters  ✅ Proven tips for burnout prevention and maintaining balance  ✅ Effective strategies for integrating mental health safety in your workplace ✅ How to identify when someone is struggling and offer support  ✅ Simple yet impactful ways to check in with your o