CINIM

04/16/2026

Do you ever notice work stress following you into your personal life?

This article from Psychology Today explores five ways work stress can spill into life outside of work—and offers strategies to help you cope.

Read the article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/in-practice/202602/the-5-sneakiest-ways-work-stress-invades-your-personal-life

Why work stress causes functional people to stop functioning at home.

04/14/2026

As the seasons change, routines often change too. What small habit do you pick up in the Spring that helps bring a sense of calm or happiness to your day?

04/12/2026

Natural light and movement can support emotional regulation. Simple routines like a short morning walk or spending a few minutes outside can help reset both mind and body—especially during stressful days.

04/10/2026

When young people understand what they’re feeling, it becomes easier to manage it.

BreathingRoom introduces practical, age-appropriate exercises that help youth explore emotions, manage stress, and build confidence over time.

Learn more: https://www.cinim.org/programs/breathingroom

04/08/2026

Do you ever feel extra forgetful when life gets stressful?

In this fascinating talk on how memory works, neuropsychologist Dr. Nicole Byers explains the science behind how stress drains your brain’s resources, making it harder to remember things and easier to make mistakes.

Check out the full video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrtlmbkvvEs

Do you ever feel extra forgetful? Stress could be the culprit. In a fascinating talk about how your memory works, neuropsychologist Nicole Byers shares the s...

04/06/2026

Tomorrow is World Health Day—a reminder that mental wellbeing is part of overall health, and supporting it early matters.

Learn more about World Health Day: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day

04/04/2026

How often do you experience stress—daily, weekly, or somewhere in between?

According to Statistics Canada, 23% of Canadians aged 15 and older say most days are “quite a bit” or “extremely” stressful. Stress can affect how young people think, feel, and show up each day, so learning to recognize it early can make a meaningful difference.

Learn more in this article from Medavie Blue Cross / Croix Bleue Medavie: https://www.medaviebc.ca/en/living-well-hub/posts/lower-stress-be-kind

Stress affects us all in different ways. Uniquely, women often face unique stressors related to societal expectations, work-life balance, and hormonal changes.

04/02/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month—a reminder that stress is something we all experience, but don’t always recognize right away.

It doesn’t always show up as worry. Sometimes it looks more like irritability, low energy, trouble focusing, or feeling off without really knowing why.

What are some early signs of stress you notice in yourself?

03/31/2026

Next time stress starts to rise, try a 10-minute “music reset.” Sit, listen intentionally, and notice how your breathing and body respond. It’s a simple strategy, but sometimes simple is exactly what helps the nervous system settle.

03/29/2026

Mental health tools don’t have to look one way. BreathingRoom combines guided exercises with engaging content (music, movies, books, videos, and visualizations) to help students connect with practical coping strategies in ways that feel natural and accessible.

Learn more about BreathingRoom today: https://www.cinim.org/programs/breathingroom

Help young people unlock their potential

03/27/2026

In this engaging talk, songwriter Scarlet Keys explores the neuroscience behind music, breaks down what makes certain songs so powerful, and explains how intentional playlists can influence mood and wellbeing.

If you’re curious about the science behind the songs you love, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVlJxdAzWGs

What’s in a song? What’s in those 3 ½ minutes of arranged sound that have such an impact? Inthis entertaining, insightful talk, award-winning songwriter Scar...

03/25/2026

For many people, music becomes a safe way to process emotions that feel difficult to explain. It can offer language when words fall short—and space to feel without pressure.