COVID-19 Response

A moderated, highly interactive Q & A with a panel of psychologists who specialize in stress management, parenting, anxiety management, and critical incident debriefings.

Duration: 1 hour

In the face of change and uncertainty, it is important to adapt quickly and respond with emotional resilience. In this webinar, you will learn strategies to face the changes brought about by the many crises in the last year, and meet them with emotional agility. In this webinar you will gain an understanding of the concept of emotional resilience, and learn ways to keep a positive mindset while going through minor and major life changes. You will also learn evidence-based techniques that help develop resilience through tough times.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

We are living in unprecedented times and the progression of the COVID-19 pandemic has the capacity to activate the fight or flight response in all of us, to varying degrees. The entire globe is faced with an invisible threat and all of us are being asked to make drastic changes to our lives overnight. We are worried about our physical and mental health, while being concerned about the social and financial implications of COVID-19. While there may not be much we can do about the virus itself, there are many things  people can do to manage their anxiety and keep themselves safe and healthy during these stressful times. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Many are wondering what is normal to feel during this global crisis. This talk focuses on equipping individuals to learn the difference between identifying a healthy emotional response in themselves or others vs. being at risk of developing a mental health disorder, and how to provide support. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Most people are navigating a new reality of working from home as a result of the COVID-19 situation, and many are struggling. In adjusting to this new reality, some people report drifting from day-to-day, only having sporadic moments of productivity; while others find themselves working around the clock, due to having no boundaries when it comes to work and home life. Whether you are a working parent, in a  relationship with a partner, living with others or living alone, being productive at home will require deliberate and conscious changes to your mindset, and your environment. In this webinar, you will learn scientifically proven ways to increase your engagement, energy and productivity while working from home.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Everyone has experienced multiple losses due to COVID-19, and the world is in a state of collective grief. Whether it’s a loss of normalcy, loss of a job, or a loss of a loved one, the grief associated with life’s losses can be some of the most challenging emotions to navigate. Loss affects each of us differently, and there is no one “right” way to work through grief. Even the 5 stages of grief – denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance – are not necessarily steps to go through in a specific order; but rather, possible behaviors and emotions that can be experienced by those who are in grieving. In this webinar, you will learn how to navigate the losses and grief in times of uncertainty. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Corporate restructuring and redundancies can have a negative impact on the morale of employees who are retained. It is common for retained employees to feel insecure and worry about their own future. Ignoring the needs of retained employees is a certain pathway to future issues and can lead to the loss of employees that businesses had every intention of keeping. In this webinar, managers and people leaders will learn how to redevelop a positive morale within the office to increase productivity, staff engagement, decrease employee turnover and ultimately achieve a happier workforce. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

In the face of change and uncertainty, we are made to adapt to new realities and environments that are unfamiliar and sometimes unideal. More than ever, it is vital to live in the present and respond to our circumstances with self-compassion. With situational life changes, daily stressors, and increased time in solitude, it can be common to experience a harsher and louder inner-critic that is difficult to silence. In this webinar, you will learn strategies to tackle your critical inner voice, and understand how to face the changes brought about by the COVID-19 crisis with more compassion and humanity, especially towards oneself.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Research states that Sleep is the single most effective thing y ou can do for your physical and mental health. Ho wever, the majority of people do not get enough sleep or do no t get quality sleep. According to sleep researcher Matthew Walker, we are in a ‘silent catastr ophic sleep loss epidemic.’ Attendees will understand what happens in the brain and body while we sleep, and gain insight into why sleep is critical for our physical and mental health. Learn how to harness sleep to improve learning, mood, and energy levels, in addition to actionable habits that ensure you have a good night sleep.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Scientific research has proven that regular meditation enhances self-compassion, gratitude, interpersonal relating, physical and mental health and decreases the allostatic load (wear and tear on the body and mind) associated with chronic stress. Yet many people feel it is for ‘someone with a quiet mind’ or ‘someone less busy’ or ‘someone more zen than me’. We will we will discuss Mindfulness and how practicing meditation is vital for strengthening the ‘Consciousness Muscle’ – the muscle which enables us to be awake, aware, wise and exercise our power of choice. We will also explore how meditation can change the brain and what effects that can have on the mind and body. This webinar includes three sections: presentation, practice, and discussion sections. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Stress has become a common part of our lives today. However, chronic stress due to ongoing tight deadlines, juggling multiple demands, and challenging interactions with others can lead to physical and emotional difficulties and burnout. When we have high levels of pressure and stress, it cannot be fixed with mindfulness and yoga alone. During this webinar, attendees will learn the signs and symptoms of stress and burnout. They will learn practical ways they can reduce stress through daily practices, as well as mindset shifts. They will also develop awareness of the lifestyle changes they will need to make to avoid stress and burnout. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

In order to fully show up and bring our best selves to our work and relationships, we have to become more intentional about creating greater resilience, balance, and wellbeing in our lives. By cultivating simple habits that have been scientifically proven to aid mental and emotional health, we can make the most out of our relationships and life. Attendees will gain insights into what gets in the way of optimal brain functioning. They will learn small changes and skills that can be developed for a more balanced and relaxed mind, increased creativity, and greater efficiency in all areas of life.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Habits are behaviors that require no conscious thought. Humans are creatures of habit; so why isn’t it easy to develop good habits and break the bad ones? Lack of awareness, procrastination, or lack of willpower could be holding you back from living a fulfilling life. It is within your reach to develop habits that encourage action towards your goals and your wellbeing. Attendees of this webinar will gain a better understanding of what habits are, and how we form them. You will also gain insights into the habit of procrastination, and easy-to-implement ways to tackle it, in addition to practical tips on how to build habits that promote wellbeing. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

Values drive behavior; all of our behavior. Having an awareness of our personal values enables us to lead rich, meaningful and fulfilled lives, even when life stressors are weighing heavy. Living our values on a daily basis helps each of us to find purpose, and drives our 'Why'. Attendees of this webinar will learn how values can contribute to meaningful behavior which in turn, increases life satisfaction. They will also gain insight into practical ways of ascertaining and exploring one's own values, while learning how to use these values to drive behaviour on a daily basis.

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.

What is mental health? What is the difference between good mental health vs. developing a mental health disorder like depression, and how do we discern between the difference of a few sad days vs. depression? Would you be able to identify if someone you love or work with was becoming emotionally unwell? 

Your Mind Matters is an eye-opening and  foundational seminar that equips people with an understanding of what mental health is, and what it really looks like. It takes a closer look at why there is a worldwide epidemic of poor mental health and empowers individuals on how to safeguard their wellbeing. It is a starting point to begin having critical dialogue around mental health in your personal and professional life. 

Duration: 1 hour. 45 min seminar with 15 mins for Q & A and discussion at the end.