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Men and Mental Health

May 7, 2019

If you don’t put a voice to your pain, who will suffer more than anyone else? I used to swear I was the only one fighting my particular challenges. Yet as soon as I took a risk and allowed myself to be vulnerable, I realized others had similar experiences. I was no...

How Michael Landsberg’s Single Act Saved One Man from Suicide

Apr 16, 2019

I think that we often underestimate the impact we can have on the people around us. Clearly mental illness effects both men and women. However, men are less likely to seek help. This was one of the motivating factors for me to begin the process of writing a...

World Suicide Prevention Day

Sep 9, 2018

Men make up 75% of all suicides in Canada. However, men are less likely to seek help for their mental health. September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. This picture was captured on my wedding day. I never had a brother, but Justin was the closest thing to it. ...

Bell Let’s Talk and Listen

Jan 24, 2018

The annual Bell Let’s Talk Day takes place on Jan. 31, 2018. While talking is great, I believe that we must also teach society how to respond to people struggling with mental health issues. Before the age of 25 professionals had already peppered me with...

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