Resources
Mental Health
Overview: Try to keep things in perspective. We all have families, jobs, bills and people that depend on us. Sometimes its overwhelming. Some quick tricks are to put things down on a list (so you eliminate the worry of forgetting about them), and try to slow down in this hectic world we live in. 🙂
- https://toronto.cmha.ca/mens-mental-health/
- https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-mental-health-support
- https://ontario.cmha.ca/provincial-mental-health-supports/
- https://ca.movember.com/mens-health/mental-health
- https://menshealthfoundation.ca/mens-health/
Stress
Overview: Try to manage stress knowing that there will always be some stress – as in limited doses, it does help us. Try to eat healthy, exercise, practice deep breathing (yoga and meditation) and find time for yourself. Remember that you are not alone, and finding connection through community is critical to managing and maintaining healthy levels of stress.
- 10 Ways for Men to Reduce Stress – Everyday Health
- 52 ways to chase stress away
- Spotting signs and symptoms of stress
- 20 Science-Backed Ways to Reduce Stress – Men’s Journal
- Web MD tips for men to reducing stress
Kids Resources
Overview: Kids are amazing. The best parents in the world are at time at their wits end. Try to remember that the kids are growing and evolving every day. They will not be this age forever, so try to find that silver lining. We are all in this boat together. Reach out if you need help.
- https://itgetsbettercanada.org/
- https://kidshelpphone.ca/
- https://halton.cmha.ca/our-services/in-a-crisis/
- https://www.youthline.ca/get-support/links-resources/
- https://pflagcanada.ca/helpful-resources/
- https://www.sexandu.ca/lgbttq/coming-out/
- https://www.prevnet.ca/bullying/teens/im-an-lgbtq-teen/coming-out
- https://egale.ca/training-workshops/