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Lunch & Learn Series
Feb 19, 2025
CMHA-WECB is pleased to host a free, monthly lunch and learn series. Held on the last Monday of each month online, participants will learn about a variety of mental health and well-being topics. Click on the links below to register.
January 27 – Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Learn how to recognize Seasonal Affective Disorder and its symptoms
- Learn about evidence-based treatment options
- Receive practical tips on managing symptoms and improving overall well-being during the darker months
February 24 – Mental Health in the Digital Age
- Learn about the psychological impact of technology and social media on mental health
- Discover ways to manage digital stress and prevent digital burnout
- Gain tools and strategies to protect your mental health in an increasingly connected world
- Understand how to use technology to support and enhance mental well-being
March 31 – The Science of Gratitude & The Power of Self-Talk
- Learn about the powerful connection between gratitude, self-talk, and emotional health
- Gain practical tools and exercises to incorporate gratitude and positive self-talk into your daily life
- Discover how to shift negative thinking patterns and build greater emotional resilience
- Enhance your relationships, mental health, and overall quality of life by leveraging the science of gratitude and self-talk
April 28 – Investing in Yourself: Recharging, Prioritizing Yourself & Filling Your Own Cup
- Gain insights into the importance of self- investment for overall well-being
- Learn practical tools for recharging, setting boundaries, and prioritizing yourself
- Develop a personalized plan for ongoing self-care and personal growth
- Understand how filling your own cup enhances your ability to positively impact those around you
May 26 – Exploring Positive vs. Negative Coping Strategies
- Gain a deeper understanding of the different coping strategies and how they affect your mental health
- Learn to recognize negative coping patterns and replace them with healthier, more effective approaches
- Build resilience and emotional intelligence to navigate stress and adversity more effectively
- Equip yourself with practical tools and exercises to improve mental well-being and cope with challenges in a positive way
- Gain insights into the unique mental health challenges that men face and how to address them
- Learn practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and improving emotional well-being
- Understand how to break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and encourage more men to seek help
- Discover resources and support networks available to men in need of mental health care
- Be part of the movement to normalize conversations about mental health for men and create a culture of support and healing
July 28 – Healthy Accountability, Emotional Intelligence & Self-Reflection
- Gain practical tools to enhance emotional intelligence and practice self-reflection
- Learn how to hold yourself accountable in a healthy, constructive way that promotes growth and well-being
- Improve communication, decision-making, and relationships by developing greater emotional awareness
- Discover strategies to overcome common barriers to accountability and foster a growth mindset
September 29 – Suicide Awareness Month
- Gain a deeper understanding of the warning signs of suicide and how to identify them
- Learn how to approach sensitive conversations about suicide and offer meaningful support to those in need
- Become equipped with tools to reduce stigma and foster a compassionate, open environment for discussing mental health
- Access valuable resources for suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and support networks
- Be empowered to help make a difference in your community by raising awareness and advocating for mental health
October 27 – Workplace Mental Health
- Learn strategies for supporting mental health in the workplace and improving employee well-being
- Gain insights into creating a workplace culture that prioritizes mental health, reduces stigma, and fosters inclusivity
- Discover effective practices for managing stress, preventing burnout, and promoting self-care at work
- Understand the role of leaders and employees in creating a supportive and healthy environment
- Access resources and tools to enhance mental health awareness, education, and prevention efforts in the workplace
November 24 – Stress Awareness Day
- Gain a deeper understanding of how stress affects your mind and body and the importance of stress management for overall health
- Learn practical, science-backed techniques for managing and reducing stress in your daily life
- Develop resilience to stress through mindfulness, lifestyle changes, and positive coping strategies
- Access tools to better manage stress in the workplace, at home, and in your personal life
- Discover resources and professional support available to help manage chronic stress and improve well-being
December 1 – Healthy Boundaries Over the Holidays: Family Dynamics, Food & Mood
- Learn how to set and maintain healthy boundaries during family gatherings, reducing stress and emotional strain
- Gain practical tools for managing food-related stress and enjoying meals without guilt or anxiety
- Understand the connection between food and mood, and how to create a balanced approach to eating during the holidays
- Build resilience through emotional regulation strategies and mindfulness techniques to handle challenging family dynamics
- Empower yourself to create a peaceful, self-compassionate holiday season that prioritizes your mental and emotional health
- Gain a deeper understanding of the complex emotions, physical effects, and psychological challenges of grief
- Learn practical and compassionate strategies for coping with grief and supporting others through bereavement
- Find hope, comfort, and connection in the grieving process, and learn how to heal at your own pace
- Access resources and professional support to help navigate complicated grief and the healing journey
- Discover ways to honour and remember loved ones, finding meaning in loss while maintaining emotional health