Mental Health
Beat the Winter blues and prioritize health
During the winter months in Canada—Saskatchewan especially, because, let’s be honest, it gets pretty darn cold here!—we experience a combination of challenges, including shorter days, colder temperatures, reduced exposure to vitamin D, and sometimes seasonal depression. This can make this time of...
Read MoreWinter in Saskatchewan: Tips to Manage Seasonal Mood Changes
For us in Saskatchewan, the January is a time when sunlight is its briefest and temperatures are at their coldest. Winter can be a recipe for a host of feelings, such as sadness, irritability, and apathy; if you feel a seasonal shift in your mood over the winter, you are not alone. Winter in Sask...
Read MoreSpotlight on Men’s Health: Movember & More
November is the month to shine a light on men’s health here in Saskatchewan. You can join in the conversation by participating in initiatives like Movember and talking to your friends about mental health. Did you know that men die an average of 5 years earlier than women? It’s true, and many c...
Read MoreMental health at work: Tips to support your team’s mental health
Supporting mental health in workplaces is a crucial part of building a strong and productive work environment. Whether you run a business, are an HR professional or manage a team at your job, taking care of your employees’ mental well-being will give them a sense of belonging and, in-return boost...
Read MoreIn a funk? Top tips to reignite your fire and help you feel inspired
Are you feeling down or lacking motivation? You're not alone, whether it’s work stress, financial troubles, or just plain burnout, we all have those moments when our motivation runs out and our passion drops. Here are some tips to help you reignite your fire: Take a break Sometimes all you n...
Read MoreEmbracing Mindfulness this Summer
This article was originally featured as part of the 2022 Summer Wellness Guide and was written By Karen Zemlack, owner/clinician at Bloom Counselling & Wellness Center in Regina. Click here to meet Karen. Our summers are short in Saskatchewan, we need to make the most of them. Embracing Sa...
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