At a time when we are isolated due to the pandemic and amidst the cold winter season, it is tough to feel well, mentally, right now. We could all use some simple strategies to help improve our mood, from home. Compliments of Dr Laurie Santos of Yale University – a leading cognitive scientist and professor […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): The Winter Blues are Real
Canada can be a beautiful place to live as we get to enjoy all that each season has to offer: the flowers in the Spring, the beaches in the Summer, the magnificent colour changes of the trees in the Fall and even the many outdoor activities such as skiing, skating and tobogganing in the Winter. […]
Mood + Food
In mental health work, I am often asked about the connection between how we are feeling and the food we eat. The short answer: YES! It is real. Research shows us that neurotransmitters are created in our stomach from the food we eat. So the brain needs fuel to help ensure a healthy brain. The […]
