The Graduate Paradox: Grieving a Student Identity
For many, graduating marks an incredible milestone. The close of this huge chapter in our lives might feel bittersweet. There may be this strange mix of excitement for the future, but also of sadness for what is no longer ours. There might be gratitude, uncertainty, and even grief all existing at the same time.
Bring Your Dreams to Life with Visionary Collage
Whether you’ve just graduated high school or university, feel lost in your career, or perhaps you’ve just retired; this exercise is built for you. Look at this collage as a reminder that there is so much left for you to explore. Further, allow this activity to teach you that there are many ways you can […]
Why Everything Does Not Happen For A Reason
This is the act of sitting with your emotions, both good and bad. It is you being your most authentic self.
The Handoff: Navigating the First Day of Daycare Mom Guilt and Making Peace with the Change
The day we dropped our daughter off at daycare for the first time started like all the other days of her 11 months of life. A diaper change, breastfeeding with happy smiles and babbles, putting her into whatever clean outfit I could find in her dresser. However, instead of settling in for a day of […]
Grieving People Who Are Still Alive
Not all grief is born from human death; some of it comes from care sentenced to death.
Protecting Your Light: Show Up for Yourself, Not Just for Others
We are often taught to be kind, helpful, and available — to show up for others no matter what. But when we give more than we have, our light begins to fade.
How The Vent Over Team Stays Joyful and Grounded During the Holiday Season
Each year December 1st kicks off an insanely packed six weeks of dinners, shopping, holiday parties, local artisan markets, calls for donations, and a LOT of sugary treats. It can be a socially packed period full of fun activities and, at the same time, filled with high expectations. There can be an expectation to spend […]
10 things I wish someone had told me when I started my first corporate job
There are multiple things that I wish someone had shared with me before I started my first full-time job. Here are 10 things that I wish someone told me when I started my first job.
Peeling Back the Layers: A Nurse’s Perspective on Suicide Prevention
In honour of Suicide Prevention month, we sat down with Tania Boilar, the executive director of Jevi, a nonprofit dedicated suicide prevention in the seven Eastern Townships territories of Quebec to discuss the realities of suicide prevention work, and what each of us can do to help create a more supportive, connected world.
Enjoying the Little Things: A Gentle Practice for Everyday Life
When we’re feeling lost, heavy, or overwhelmed, returning to the small joys of life can be grounding and healing. Here are some ways to begin noticing and enjoying the little things, especially by reconnecting with the natural world…
Suicide Prevention Month: Q&A with Tania Boilar from the JEVI Suicide Prevention Center
In honour of Suicide Prevention month, we sat down with Tania Boilar, the executive director of Jevi, a nonprofit dedicated suicide prevention in the seven Eastern Townships territories of Quebec to discuss the realities of suicide prevention work, and what each of us can do to help create a more supportive, connected world.
Vent Over Tea: Fighting Loneliness with Active Listening
Vent Over Tea was created in response to the growing impact of loneliness along with a lack of mental health resources to support those who are struggling.