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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Link to the podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/still-buffering/id1076752918?mt=2#ep...
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
Rich Gill gave this talk at the 2015 e-Mental Health conference and wants to share his experience with others. Please watch.
Responses from youth with lived experience collected through social media.
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.
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.
Responses from youth with lived experience collected through social media.
Dr. Krausz sat down with a group of youth to have an open discussion on depression. Here is a clip on learning your patterns.
