Tag: mental health awareness

Andrea Kwan is a Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist. In the image, Andrea is sitting in a green space, in the sunshine, wearing a navy blue blouse. Her hair is dark, straight, long and pulled to one side. This photo is by: Davide Burzotta.

It Could Always Be So Much Worse: Grief, Guilt and Global Pandemonium

Exploring the process between guilt and grief, and the relationship between mourning and COVID-19, with the goal of understanding these complex layers and levels in the midst of a pandemic.

This Year’s Secret

There is an ongoing, sometimes frowned upon, trend to tweet 2019 achievements and accomplishments in a neat listicle format. Things … More

Neon sign on vines that says breathe

Part II: Playing Pretend – ADHD and Creative Living

We left off at the beginning of a very dark chapter. In 2016, I spent a solid four months on … More

Shoes overlooking ocean

Part I: Playing Pretend – ADHD and Creative Living

I have always felt like I am too much. Too much for most people. One of my first memories of … More

Shawnigan Lake, BC yoga teacher shares passion for the practice with the globe, encouraging self-love and wellness for all

When I only have time for a little bit of yoga, I turn to Fiji McAlpine, a yoga teacher from … More

I used to consider myself “the fat friend”

I wouldn’t say I’m fat. I also wouldn’t say I’m thin. It’s taken me a really long time to be … More

The Residences of 1425 Bayview: Second Annual Paws for A Cause Charity Event

Last Saturday, June 14, The Residences of 1425 Bayview (their address!) hosted the second annual Paws for a Cause event at … More