Digital Minimalism: A Growing Mental Health Movement
In a world saturated with screens and endless notifications, digital minimalism offers a path to reclaiming focus and mental clarity. By intentionally curating technology use, individuals can reduce stress, improve sleep, and foster deeper real-world connections. This growing movement isn’t about rejecting technology altogether — it’s about using it mindfully.
Self-Hatred & Mental Health: Break the Cycle and Rebuild Self-Worth
Self-hatred is a profound and often debilitating experience that can deeply affect an individual’s mental health, leading to cycles of worthlessness, shame, and isolation. Rooted in a combination of trauma, societal pressures, and internalized negative beliefs, it can perpetuate emotional pain and hinder recovery. Healing from self-hatred is a journey, but with the right support, it is possible to reclaim a sense of hope and find self-compassion.
Self-Care: The Greatest Challenge of Our Lives
How can we take better care of ourselves? In this article, I discuss some of the better choices each of us can make in our day-to-day lives.
The EmPATH Psychiatric Model in Canada: A New Approach to Mental Health Emergencies
In the face of a growing mental health crisis, Canada could take advantage of a transformational shift in psychiatric emergency care. Discover how the EmPATH model offers a groundbreaking solution that prioritizes compassionate, patient-centered treatment in specially designed environments. It is designed to alleviate pressure on crowded emergency departments while fostering recovery and support for those in need.
The Journey of the Heroic Parent: Navigating Ambiguous Grief
No one told me that having kids would break me open, and that it’s possible to profoundly mourn for a child who is very much alive. I have three children; two are following the typical middle-class ‘Master Plan,’ while one has always followed his own path, even to his detriment. I didn’t realize it at the time, but as my son drifted further away from my dreams for him, he was actually inviting me on a hero’s journey that mirrors all the stages of ambiguous grief.
Meet New Eli’s Place Board Member Rachel Lebovic
Drawing from her own experiences with mental illness, Rachel brings a unique perspective that not only highlights the gaps in our current mental health systems but also emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding for transitional aged youth. Join us as we explore Rachel’s inspiring story — one that promises to drive meaningful change and foster resilience within our communities.