By ellie
Wellness isn’t all or nothing. It exists on a spectrum—just like mental health. One day, you might feel grounded, productive, and connected. Another day, you may feel emotionally drained or overwhelmed. This fluctuation is normal and expected. The Mental Health Continuum helps us understand that mental health isn’t simply about the presence or absence of … Continued
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Grief is quite common and often an unspoken part of social service work. As the toxic drug crisis worsens, particularly with the increase of benzodiazepine-laced drugs that naloxone cannot reverse, frontline response efforts have grown more complex.1 Overdose-related loss is becoming more frequent and widespread, making it harder to keep grief unspoken. The Hidden Cost … Continued
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By ellie
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where someone you care about is struggling with their mental health, but you weren’t sure what to say or how to help? As mental health issues continue to rise especially among youths, it’s becoming increasingly clear that having a solid understanding of mental health is crucial, not … Continued
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In the fast-paced world of tourism and hospitality, creating exceptional guest experiences is our bread and butter. But behind every great service interaction and seamless operation lies a complex web of human experiences that managers must navigate with care and understanding. Our industry presents unique challenges – from irregular schedules and high-stress periods to constant … Continued
By ellie
Stress is inevitable. In the workplace, we regularly experience stressors due to work demands, changes to processes and systems, or conflict with co-workers. And because we aren’t robots, factors in our personal lives impact our reaction to stressors in the workplace. Stress can be a positive force. It can motivate action or change that leads … Continued
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The holiday season often brings joy and celebration, but for many, it can also be a challenging time marked by grief. Whether it’s due to the loss of a loved one, changes in relationships, career transitions, or moving away from familiar surroundings, grief can take many forms. For those in the tourism and hospitality industry, … Continued
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