Conflict is a natural part of life, but how we handle it can greatly impact our mental well-being. During Mental Health Week (May 5-11), let’s focus on managing conflict with empathy and intention. As a counsellor, I encourage people to approach disagreements with curiosity rather than defensiveness. Pause, breathe, and listen—often, what lies beneath anger is a need to feel understood. Healthy communication doesn’t mean avoiding conflict; it means engaging in ways that strengthen relationships rather than damage them. This week, consider how you can bring more compassion into your conversations—for others, and for yourself.
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Enhance Your Look for Wedding & Grad Season
From low-back gowns to tricky fabrics, we’ve got the shapewear and foundations to make your outfit spectacular. Boomba stick-on bras, ByeBra lift tapes, and strapless bras up to J cups offer invisible support, while body shapers in sizes small to 4XL smooth and flatter. We proudly carry trusted Canadian brands like Body Hush, Vacerrelli, Understance, and Wacoal. Bring your dress—or a photo—and we’ll help you find the perfect foundation for a confident, stunning look.
Enhance Your Look for Wedding & Grad Season
From low-back gowns to tricky fabrics, we’ve got the shapewear and foundations to make your outfit spectacular. Boomba stick-on bras, ByeBra lift tapes, and strapless bras up to J cups offer invisible support, while body shapers in sizes small to 4XL smooth and flatter. We proudly carry trusted Canadian brands like Body Hush, Vacerrelli, Understance, and Wacoal. Bring your dress—or a photo—and we’ll help you find the perfect foundation for a confident, stunning look.
The Ripple Effect: Hearing Loss & Mental Health
As Mental Health Week approaches this May, let’s shine a light on the profound impact of untreated hearing loss on our well-being. Beyond the obvious auditory challenges, untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation and depression. Difficulty communicating with others can exacerbate these feelings, impacting our mental health. Research underscores the importance of addressing hearing loss promptly to safeguard not just our hearing, but also our emotional and psychological well-being. Let’s prioritize regular hearing check-ups and seek support if experiencing any symptoms. It’s a crucial step toward nurturing both our ears and our mental health.
The Ripple Effect: Hearing Loss & Mental Health
As Mental Health Week approaches this May, let’s shine a light on the profound impact of untreated hearing loss on our well-being. Beyond the obvious auditory challenges, untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation and depression. Difficulty communicating with others can exacerbate these feelings, impacting our mental health. Research underscores the importance of addressing hearing loss promptly to safeguard not just our hearing, but also our emotional and psychological well-being. Let’s prioritize regular hearing check-ups and seek support if experiencing any symptoms. It’s a crucial step toward nurturing both our ears and our mental health.
Nourishing Seniors, Building Communities
In retirement communities, mealtimes are vital for seniors, fostering socialization and delivering essential nutrients. To ensure a wholesome diet, communities prioritize well-balanced meals with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Seniors, prone to health risks, must maintain good nutrition to avoid weight loss, depression, and weakened immune systems. The National Resource Center on Nutrition & Aging reports over 5.5 million seniors facing food insecurity. Retirement communities address nutritional challenges by providing chef-prepared communal meals. This approach ensures proper nutrition, fosters a social atmosphere, and creates a well-rounded dining experience for residents.
Enhance Your Look for Wedding & Grad Season
From low-back gowns to tricky fabrics, we’ve got the shapewear and foundations to make your outfit spectacular. Boomba stick-on bras, ByeBra lift tapes, and strapless bras up to J cups offer invisible support, while body shapers in sizes small to 4XL smooth and flatter. We proudly carry trusted Canadian brands like Body Hush, Vacerrelli, Understance, and Wacoal. Bring your dress—or a photo—and we’ll help you find the perfect foundation for a confident, stunning look.
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month!
Did you know that the entire month of May is dedicated to Better Speech and Hearing? During May, the hearing care industry makes a special effort to educate the public about hearing loss. Helen Keller once said that of all her sensory deprivations, she most missed her ability to hear. She noted that while blindness kept her separate from things, hearing loss separated her from people. Hearing impairment not only affects your ability to understand speech, but it also has a negative impact on your social and emotional well-being, as you struggle to carry on meaningful conversations and avoid activities.
Nourishing Seniors, Building Communities
In retirement communities, mealtimes are vital for seniors, fostering socialization and delivering essential nutrients. To ensure a wholesome diet, communities prioritize well-balanced meals with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Seniors, prone to health risks, must maintain good nutrition to avoid weight loss, depression, and weakened immune systems. The National Resource Center on Nutrition & Aging reports over 5.5 million seniors facing food insecurity. Retirement communities address nutritional challenges by providing chef-prepared communal meals. This approach ensures proper nutrition, fosters a social atmosphere, and creates a well-rounded dining experience for residents.
The Ripple Effect: Hearing Loss & Mental Health
As Mental Health Week approaches this May, let’s shine a light on the profound impact of untreated hearing loss on our well-being. Beyond the obvious auditory challenges, untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation and depression. Difficulty communicating with others can exacerbate these feelings, impacting our mental health. Research underscores the importance of addressing hearing loss promptly to safeguard not just our hearing, but also our emotional and psychological well-being. Let’s prioritize regular hearing check-ups and seek support if experiencing any symptoms. It’s a crucial step toward nurturing both our ears and our mental health.
The Ripple Effect: Hearing Loss & Mental Health
As Mental Health Week approaches this May, let’s shine a light on the profound impact of untreated hearing loss on our well-being. Beyond the obvious auditory challenges, untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation and depression. Difficulty communicating with others can exacerbate these feelings, impacting our mental health. Research underscores the importance of addressing hearing loss promptly to safeguard not just our hearing, but also our emotional and psychological well-being. Let’s prioritize regular hearing check-ups and seek support if experiencing any symptoms. It’s a crucial step toward nurturing both our ears and our mental health.
