Your Wellness
Fish Can’t Climb Trees: A Lesson on Comparison
You may have heard the saying: “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” While this quote is often misattributed to Albert Einstein, its origin doesn’t matter as much as how it applies to understanding the detrimental impacts of comparing ourselves to others.
Addressing the “I” in Climate Change
We all know change can be scary, with one of the most worrisome aspects being that so many elements are out of our own control. While some of us may have learned how to manage these concerns, what happens when the change isn’t happening just in your own backyard, but on a global scale?
Separation and Divorce: A Guide to a Smooth Transition
While separation and divorce can be challenging, approaching it with a mindset of open communication, collaboration and emotional well-being can help you navigate the process and ensure it’s as smooth as possible.
Navigating the Emotional Aftermath of a Natural Disaster
If you’re struggling to make sense of the sudden and life-altering impacts of a natural disaster (e.g., flood, fire, earthquake, tornado, etc.), know that healthy coping strategies can make all the difference.
Calm Your Inner Bear
Never had to wrestle a real bear? Phew. You’ve probably mentally wrestled with unhelpful thoughts, which can feel like wrestling a bear. Fortunately, through awareness and practice, we can train our brains to understand the difference between reality and our perceived thoughts to help us combat anxiety (those bears!).
Enhance Your Mental Health by Leaps and Bound(arie)s
When thinking about nourishing your mental health, it’s important to consider your support systems. While having a solid foundation of community is crucial, keep in mind that the benefits of those relationships are only as healthy as the relationships themselves. One way to ensure your relationships contribute to your mental health is by creating healthy boundaries.
Sharing your Authentic Self, for the Sake of Mental Health
Everyone has a story to tell, and by harnessing the power that each of our stories holds, we can help move the needle for mental health care.
The Change Game: Welcoming a New Addition
Whether you’re changing a diaper, your schedule or even your views on life, the one constant that comes with a new child (no matter their age!) is change. Read on to learn about some of the exciting changes you can expect when welcoming a new little one into your life—and a few tips and ideas to help you manage when the road gets a little bumpy.
You might be a person who needs…
…a little reminder. Just because you’re a parent, looking after yourself shouldn’t take a backseat. Read on to learn how—as the captain of your ship—you can navigate the uncharted waters of self-care and parenting together.
Two Truths and a Lie: The Joint Borrowing Edition
Managing finances—whether personal or professional—can sometimes feel overwhelming and complicated. Add in a pinch of rising interest rates, a dash of a loan or two and suddenly navigating the benefits and risks of it all can seem like a recipe for disaster.
Your Assessment Questions Answered
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why is this assessment covered by my EAP and that one isn’t?” You’re not alone, and we’ve got an answer for you.
Breaking Down New Tax Breaks
Juggling high prices and high debt? You’re not alone. Fortunately, new federal legislation is aiming to put money back in your wallet.
Estate Planning: Tax Tips for Executors
Have you agreed to be an executor for a loved one? Here are five steps that will help you better understand and prepare for your role and learn how best to navigate your way through during a challenging and emotional time.
The Brain Fuel Experts You Need in Your Life: Dietitians
For a better understanding of the kinds of supports you can access through our Employee Assistance Programs, we sat down with Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, Devon Guy, to talk about the work she does and all the many (excellent!) reasons you should connect with a dietitian.
Counselling Support—it’s More than a Title
Despite the variation in counsellor titles based on province or work setting, counsellors in the Arete Network share one thing—they’re all top notch in their field(s) of practice.
Five Tips to Manage Your Mental Health as You Return to the Office
Despite a sense of optimism amid provincial reopenings and increasing vaccination rates, many of us still have feelings of anxiety about returning to normal and what that might look like at work. Read on for ways to help manage your mental health if you find yourself returning to the office.
Feeling Anxious? Don’t let Stigma Stop You from Seeking Help
Has the pandemic impacted your mental health? Be careful that your own self-stigma doesn’t prevent you from getting the help you need to move forward.
Ten Reasons to Make a List
To start, lists make things manageable. What are the nine other reasons?
Counselling Support—Just the Way You Like it
Evidence suggests that it’s the support that counts—not the delivery method.
One Person’s Journey Back to Work after Depression
Read Michael’s story of his successful return to his workplace after battling depression.
What’s Eating You?
If you are sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, as the saying goes, consider this often overlooked resource.
Living with a Chronic Condition – 5 Positive Things to Do for Yourself
Individuals who suffer from a chronic illness are at higher risk of being affected by depression. Thankfully, there are things to do that can make a real difference.
Workplace Reality Check: Are Your Expectations Reasonable?
Simply fulfilling the duties of your role is not an automatic ticket to substantial pay increases and promotions.
The Flipside of Saying Yes
We’re encouraged to say yes to new projects and commitments at work. Saying yes means we’re enthusiastic and ambitious, right? But it has a flipside we sometimes forget about.
Oversharing at Work
Sharing is a good thing, right? It certainly is, if you’re referring to good news, great results, wealth or happiness! What about at work?
Developing Resilience
We can all develop and deepen our capacity for personal resilience.
Managing Stress on Schedule
Is it possible to manage stress by adding even more to your schedule?
Coping with Separation
It’s tempting to hide away during a personal crisis, but support from the right people will help you feel less alone.
Apology Typology
Here’s a tongue-in-cheek field guide to different ways of saying “I’m sorry” and the results they can yield.
Ignoring Prescription Medication – at What Price?
It’s been reported that, on average, almost half of Canadians don’t follow their prescriptions as written or even take the medication at all.
Strengthening Relationships at Work
Positive relationships at work contribute significantly to your productivity, job satisfaction – even your position and pay! Here are some strategies to build better connections with colleagues.
So You Made a Mistake
Mistakes—we all make them. How we handle our mistakes makes a difference on the effect they have on our lives.
The Position on Posture
Be kind to yourself and your spine with these simple steps to posture health.
Be Healthy, Be Wealthy, Be Wise
Consider this simple mantra if goals or resolutions are getting you down.
Engage Your Brain Before Speaking
You can feel it happening: words escape from your mouth that you know will deeply offend, anger or hurt the person in front of you.
Take a Hike: Get Ticked Off about Lyme Disease
Some helpful tips about avoiding ticks and the potential to contract Lyme disease.
Boost Your Brain
Stress and having too much on the go can easily dull our mental powers. Try our suggestions to help sharpen your mind.