The Therapeutic Benefits of Yoga
By Tim Sumner (Therapist) “The conceptual background of yoga has its origins in ancient Indian philosophy. There are numerous modern schools or types of yoga (i.e., Iyengar, Viniyoga, Sivananda, etc.), each having its own distinct emphasis regarding the relative content of physical postures and exercises (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), deep relaxation, and meditation practices that […]
The Deadly Cost of ‘Man Up’: Why We Need to Break the Cycle for Our Dads
By Helen Birch (Training & Education Officer) Nearly eleven years ago, my world changed forever. I lost my partner. My children lost their Daddy. A wide circle of family and friends lost a man they loved to suicide. One of our children never even got to meet him. People say it gets easier. It hasn’t. […]
International Men’s Health Week: A Shout Out to Our Boys and Men!
By Lois Day (Clinical Support Worker) International Men’s Health Week is an important opportunity to shine a spotlight on the health and wellbeing of boys and men everywhere. While physical health is often the focus of health conversations, mental health is just as important and deserves equal attention. Good mental health helps us cope with […]