Practicing an attitude of gratitude has health benefits

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:57:31 +0000

By consciously incorporating the simple ritual of gratitude into our daily routine, we can
improve our lives on multiple levels.

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Post-secondary life doesn’t have to be overwhelming

Credit to Author: Geneviève Beaupré and Susan Qadeer| Date: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:47:21 +0000

Deal with your negative feelings by embracing self-care and seeking support

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5 groups that should be extra cautious in the heat

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 03:06:39 +0000

Heat waves are on the rise. That’s when we experience elevated temperatures and humidity for a few days. Extreme heat can harm everyone’s health, but some groups are more at risk. Here are five groups that should be extra cautious during a heat wave.

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Optimize health with a few less bites

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 21:05:07 +0000

While the typical Western diet high in calories is associated with obesity, diabetes and heart disease, research on calorie restriction without malnutrition has shown improved health span and lifespan in many animals and humans.

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The fine art of disclosure: When and how to talk about your disability

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:24:55 +0000

Disclosing personal information about your disability to an employer can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when you don’t know your rights. When framed in a positive and informed way it can be turned into a positive and empowering experience.  

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Self-care tips for teachers

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:17:43 +0000

Self-care practices are necessary for most people, especially those with stressful or emotionally intensive professions where the natural inclination is to put others first — like educators. 

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Ways to get mental health support and available resources

Credit to Author: Nandini Tirumala| Date: Tue, 21 May 2024 20:33:58 +0000

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Knowing that you need help and learning where to get help is important for newcomers and immigrants.

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New funding for 24/7 crisis support line in Peel Dufferin Region

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 20:54:21 +0000

Anyone in Canada can call or text 9-8-8 to access 24/7/365, bilingual, trauma-informed, and culturally appropriate suicide prevention and emotional distress support.

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