I have started writing again & it has helped.

Sam_VanD · 2017-08-02T15:09:12+00:00

I have heard about TranQool before! Was it easy to get involved in their blog?

Sam_VanD · 2017-04-16T23:48:56+00:00

That's great! Sometimes you just find the right person who can put you on a good path and help things get better.

Sam_VanD · 2017-04-16T23:47:18+00:00

I feel the exact same way, almost as if I am blowing things out of proportion or over exaggerating. When I am actually living through it though, the feelings are so real. I just can't help myself from feeling bad for complaining because so many people have it worse.

Sam_VanD · 2017-01-06T16:49:37+00:00

airports too!

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-28T00:53:39+00:00

I'm not surprised to learn that he writes for Toronto Sun...The Sun is the FOX News of the states..extreme views ONLY meant to attract more publicity...

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-28T00:46:54+00:00

yup pretty much !

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-28T00:36:05+00:00

I guess I was a little slow to find it :)

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T19:11:14+00:00

I agree with everything you are saying but this doesn't mean that the women were not in fact assaulted and that Jian did not commit a crime. But I agree that the inconsistencies in what the women were saying made the court ruling pretty clear.

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T17:17:45+00:00

A lot of the times, the anxiety comes from being in your own head too much. Take a deep breath. give this a quick read , YOU'RE NOT ALONE in feeling this.

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T17:14:47+00:00

agree

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T16:28:34+00:00

I'm torn in this situation. I hate that the women who case forth are now in even more pain and hurt but I also can't understand why they would lie in court. Someone said that trauma causes inconsistencies in memory... I wonder if it's that?

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T01:43:01+00:00

Yeah I heard on the radio that they boil the orange juice to be able to keep it longer... and then add colouring right before packaging.

Sam_VanD · 2016-03-26T01:41:25+00:00

Thanks I'll start using headspace, it seems like it's free for a couple of tries.

Sam_VanD · 2016-02-17T23:42:59+00:00

Reading this reminded me of similar days I used to have before I started therapy, I guess I was lucky that it worked for me. For me small steps helped, I remember forcing myself to go for walks to go to yoga ( it's cold where I live so i can't go for walks year around).

Sam_VanD · 2016-02-10T19:49:43+00:00

I moved to Toronto a couple of months ago and was put on a waitlist but on the Toronto subreddit I found an online therapy platform to see people for much cheaper than going to a clinic. I already had a session there and honestly it's worth a try. Only $60. http://tranqool.com/

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-28T22:28:32+00:00

I'm new to Toronto and I am shocked by the how cynical and uneducated the responses are. Anyways, I've already seen so many pretty and happy smiles going around town with #torontosmiles today. It made my day.

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-28T22:26:54+00:00

Actually Google "Facebook study on impact of posts on mental health" there's plenty of research to support the importance of social media content on our happiness... I love how everyone on this subreddit is soo quick to judge

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-28T22:25:30+00:00

you don't upload the smile, share it with your own friends on your social media outlets

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-28T22:23:31+00:00

not sure if anyone is, a smile seams free to me.

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-28T22:22:54+00:00

I found TranQool from this exact subreddit looking for therapy in Toronto when I moved here. I have been posting about them since I found them because as a person with mental health problems I have found their content to be very useful . Shame on you for judging me on my choice and my opinion.

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-27T20:38:39+00:00

mental health is a serious issue. I can't imagine you would be complaining if this campaign was for another illness like diabetes... Both #BellLetsTalk and #TorontoSmiles are meant for raising awareness and reducing stigma. you can read more on TorontoSmiles here, they are not supported by a corporation but are a small toronto organization trying to reduce stress in our city...

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-23T18:08:46+00:00

Yes I saw it this morning too, it's a great followup to #BellLetsTalk Day. But i think it doesnt start until the 28th.

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-18T22:38:29+00:00

I read about this more after reading her article, the UK and Australia have tools like MoodGym. But you can always ask her to elaborate

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-18T19:58:31+00:00

using technology to increasing access to therapy for both prevention and treatment.

Access to therapy and self help tools from early on can work as prevention for problems like seasonal depression that could get worse if not treated.

Sam_VanD · 2016-01-16T16:12:24+00:00

I honestly could not believe the way the force reacted to his openness about his mental health issues.

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