mental health
Dating in a digital world
Navigating the ever-evolving world of digital dating culture requires awareness and adaptability.
Caring for yourself when caring for others
Maintaining your own health, physically and mentally, is vital to being a resilient and effective caregiver.
Talking to kids about mental health
Talking about mental health is difficult – even for adults. When it comes to discussing mental health with children, the challenge can be even greater.
Understanding social media addiction
There is overwhelming evidence that overusing social media can have serious physical and mental health consequences.
How pets boost our health and happiness
While many of us know the overall joys of pet ownership, there are valuable mental and physical health benefits to connecting with an animal companion.
Supporting the mental health of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
How can we support our 2SLGBTQIA+ loved ones – not just during Pride month, but all year long?
Climate anxiety – what to know
How can we deal with climate anxiety, while still working toward a greener future?
Scoring big — the power of social connection in sports
Incorporate sports into your social calendar – the benefits are worth it!
Getting into gear during the winter months
It’s important to focus on both your physical and mental health during the winter season.
A fast track to joy: inside gratitude
As we head into the holidays, gratitude may just be the gift that keeps us going through the darkest winter nights.
Culturally appropriate counselling with Indigenous Resource Consultation
Providing a range of diverse, culturally appropriate mental health supports is critical to ensuring all Manitobans get the help they need.
Building resilience
Do you ever wonder why some people can adapt to whatever life throws at them more easily than others?
Let it be — mindfulness
With so many aspects of our daily lives out of our control, mindfulness helps us manage the only thing we can influence — our thoughts.
The power of positive self-talk
Positive self-talk can improve your overall well-being and help you feel good about yourself.
Problem gambling
Who is most at risk for problem gambling, and how can we help those affected?
Gardening is good for you
Getting outside and growing a garden can make you happier and healthier.
How to deal with doomscrolling
When we surround ourselves with information during hard times, we can find ourselves buried in negative news - and end up doomscrolling.
Spring cleaning for your mental health
Spring cleaning may not be your favourite thing to do, but there is a connection between this annual ritual and your mental health.
The value of volunteering
Volunteering not only helps those in need – it can also change your life for the better.
Partners in care: Inside our Caregiver Support Program
Caregivers can experience their own mental health challenges and burnout.
The introvert and extrovert spectrum
Where do you fall on the introvert and extrovert spectrum and how can you develop skills from the other end?
Not-so-happy holidays
Get some tips to cope with any sadness or difficult feelings that you may have during the holiday season.
Combatting gender-based violence
Reported cases of gender-based violence are increasing. What can we do to address gender-based violence around us?
Exercising with chronic pain — advice from an expert
Exercise can help treat symptoms and prevent complications from chronic pain.
Understanding the Employee Assistance Program
Learn about Manitoba Blue Cross's renowned Employee Assistance Program.
My child is bullying — now what?
Bullies can hurt, scare and intimidate. But inside that bully is still a child who is also hurting or struggling - just in a different way.
The therapeutic power of nature
Time in nature can lead to lower levels of stress, anxiety and depression and higher levels of well-being.
Taking control of your health — understanding naturopathy
Learn about naturopathic medicine and what you should look for in a naturopath.
Making the transition back to the office — tips from a mental health expert
Get some tips to make returning to in-person work easier on yourself.
How to help your child — and yourself — cope with back to school
Start preparing now to make the stress of back to school easier for you and your child.
Burnout
Can't break away from your responsibilities to take care of yourself? You could be at risk of burnout.
Putting yourself first
True self-care is something that can and should be done regularly.
What is a psychologist and what services do they offer?
What exactly do psychologists do and what does treatment involve?
The summer of play
As the summer approaches, it's the perfect opportunity for students to let go and make time for play.
Shifting the narrative: men and mental health
Only 30 per cent of people who use mental health services are men. Why aren't men seeking help?
Three reasons to take a break this summer
Check out these three reasons to take a break this summer.