Posted Date
May 1, 2023
As part of mental health week, today’s focus will be on “understanding mental health”. Mental health is the state of our psychological and emotional well-being. It encompasses our emotions, feelings of connection, thoughts, and the ability to manage life’s highs and lows. Throughout our lives, we will all experience periods of positive and negative mental health. Mental health means striking a balance in all aspects of your life. We can look after our mental health by:
- Building and nurturing support networks
- Identifying and feeling our emotions
- Moving our bodies
- Trying a new sport or hobby
- Practicing mindfulness
- Being kind to ourselves
CMHA has provided the attached article on “Understanding Mental Health”. You can find more information on understanding your mental health and how you can look after your mental health.
Below are free resources and courses that you can participate in:
- Centre for Addictions and Mental Health (CAMH) – Course – Mental Health 101
- Centre for Addictions and Mental Health (CAMH) – Course – Youth and Mental Health 101
- Centre for Addictions and Mental Health (CAMH) – Course – Addiction 101
- Workplace Safety and Prevention Services – Course – Psychological Health and Safety Awareness
- Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety – Course – Being a Mindful Employee: An Orientation to Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Government of Canada – Article - Promoting positive mental health
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