How to Make New Year’s Resolutions That Stick
Most New Year’s resolutions fail because they’re not what we really, really want. Here’s how to make resolutions that stick.
When Politics Divide: Navigating Family Dynamics During the Holidays
As political polarization intensifies, navigating family dynamics during the holidays can be more challenging than ever. This article explores practical strategies to manage differing opinions while prioritizing your mental health during the holiday season.
Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Finding True Connection Over the Holidays
The holiday season often brings out the underlying urge to be a people-pleaser, leading to financial strain and potential emotional burnout. The belief that we have to do too much can result in debt, resentment, and even addiction.
TIFF24, The Year of the Older Woman
This year’s lineup at TIFF24 showcases films that centre on the experience of older women. Films like The Substance, The Last Showgirl, The Mother and the Bear, and Daughter’s Daughter challenge societal norms and highlight the complex lives of aging women.
TIFF24, The Year of Subverted Expectations
TIFF 2024 showcased films that masterfully subverted expectations, delivering unexpected twists and compelling narratives that defied conventional tropes.
Alice Munro and the Enabling of Child Sexual Abuse
Alice Munro’s daughter, Andrea Robin Skinner, recently revealed that she was sexually abused as a child by her stepfather, Gerald Fremlin. Skinner’s account highlights the devastating impact of enablers, including her mother, who prioritized Munro’s fame and well-being over her daughter’s safety. This revelation has raised important questions about complicity and silence in cases of child abuse.
9 Ways to Create an Unlonely Summer
Want more social connections? Follow these 9 simple strategies for having an unlonely summer. From group travel to community involvement, discover how to fill your days with meaningful social interactions. The warm months go by so fast. Use these tips to create an unlonely summer!
The Power of Cinema to Advance Our Understanding of Mental Health
Years ago at TIFF, I watched Man Facing Southeast, an Argentinian film that explored mental illness. This experience revealed how cinema can expand our understanding of the human psyche. Now, as a psychiatrist and podcast host, I strive to explore mental health and how it is portrayed on-screen.
“Creativity February”: A Call to Cultivate Your Passions
As the new year progresses, it’s important to focus on our creativity. It brings joy, fulfillment, and meaning to our lives, without necessarily costing a lot. Explore your creativity and see what amazing things come from it. #Ruthlesscompassion #kindvsnice #creativity
Kenneth Law, merchant of death?
WARNING: This article discusses suicide. David Parfett’s son committed suicide after purchasing poison online from Kenneth Law, who allegedly shipped it to nearly 1,200 people across the world. Law’s motivations remain unclear, but his actions highlight the need for better suicide prevention measures and support for those struggling with their mental health. #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness
