Everyone has a story worth thinking about, and rethinking about. Each comment posted here comes from someone different. We hope you find inspiration to take action, small or large to improve your mental health and the mental health of others. 

You can share your own story and advice by contacting walkalong@cheos.ubc.ca

 

Posted by Admin @Walkalong
May 16, 2017

1.       When do you need mindfulness? All the time. Mindfulness helps me to “remember” what the priorities in my life are and what I want to focus on in each moment to live a happier, more balanced... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
February 13, 2017

Ever needed people who could just understand your struggles with #mentalhealth?   Not to worry, we're featuring a podcast that is all of that and more! The Friend Zone features three individuals:... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
January 25, 2017

  1. Michael Landsberg   In this heartfelt video, Michael Landsberg, Canadian sports journalist speaks out about Depression and the importance of being there to talk with someone in need of support... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
January 22, 2017

The WalkAlong team asked 8 young people to read and respond to facts about mental health and communicating with parents. What we got were honest responses, and hopefully some useful advice. Links... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
January 4, 2017

For many, the best way to feel relaxed is sitting down and watching a great video. Thats why we're featuring one of our favourites clips as part of our experiences page! The video is a song full of... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
December 17, 2016

One half of the VlogBrothers, John is a New York Times best-selling author and committed Nerdfighter. Their videos share a simplistic yet humorous approach to informing and motivating others on a... Read more

Posted by Nick @WalkAlong
December 14, 2016

Link to the podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/still-buffering/id1076752918?mt=2#ep...

Posted by Admin @Walkalong
December 2, 2016

What's in your Kit? is WalkAlong's newest feature: interviews that focus on the tools that keep us healthy. For the first post we spoke with our coordinator, Anastasia, about her self-care toolkit. 1... Read more

Posted by John @WalkAlong
January 27, 2015

Rich Gill gave this talk at the 2015 e-Mental Health conference and wants to share his experience with others. Please watch.

Posted by Nicole @WalkAlong
August 26, 2014

Responses from youth with lived experience collected through social media. 

Posted by Marissa @WalkAlong
May 22, 2014

Dr. Krausz sat down with a group of youth to have an open discussion on depression. Here is a clip on improving mood through horseback riding. 

Posted by Marissa @WalkAlong
May 19, 2014

Posted by Marissa @WalkAlong
May 14, 2014

Dr. Krausz sat down with a group of youth to have an open discussion on depression. Here is a clip on the importance of careful language when supporting someone going through a difficult time. 

Posted by Marissa @WalkAlong
May 10, 2014

Responses from youth with lived experience collected through social media. 

Posted by Marissa @WalkAlong
May 10, 2014

Dr. Krausz sat down with a group of youth to have an open discussion on depression. Here is a clip on learning your patterns.

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