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12/16/2025

With the holidays beginning next week, many people are stepping into a season that’s often associated with happiness, connection, and celebration. While there may be moments of warmth and togetherness, this time of year can also bring emotional weight for many.

The holiday season has a way of amplifying what we’re already feeling. Emotions like grief, loneliness, stress, anxiety, or burnout may become more noticeable. Family expectations, financial strain, difficult memories, and changes in routine—along with shorter days and colder weather—can all impact mental health. If this season feels harder than expected, it doesn’t mean you’re failing; it means you’re responding to real circumstances.

You are not alone in these feelings. Many people experience a mix of emotions during the holidays, even if it isn’t openly talked about. You don’t have to minimize your experience or force yourself to feel joyful to be worthy of care and compassion.

You are allowed to honor your emotions, take breaks, and set boundaries that protect your well-being. Prioritizing your mental health during the holidays is a strength, not a weakness. Support is available, and connection exists—even when it doesn’t feel immediate.

As this season approaches, let this serve as a reminder that whatever you’re carrying is valid, and you don’t have to carry it alone. This moment will pass, and you are doing the best you can—and that is enough.

CREW is here to support you through this time. ❄️🎄💙

11/20/2025

November is Men’s Mental Health Month, and today we are focusing on male first responders. 🚔🚒🚑🩺

Every day, men in uniform face situations most of us could never imagine. They witness trauma, experience loss, and carry the weight of responsibility for others’ safety. Yet, society often tells them to ‘stay strong,’ to ‘tough it out,’ and to never show vulnerability. This pressure creates a silent burden, one that can quietly take a toll on mental health.

But here’s the truth: Men in uniform can feel. Men in uniform can heal. Feeling is not weakness. Experiencing stress, grief, or anxiety doesn’t make someone less capable. Asking for help is not a failure, it’s a sign of courage. Healing is possible, and it starts with breaking the silence, checking in on one another, and prioritizing mental health just as much as physical health.

To every male first responder: you run toward danger for others. You save lives, protect communities, and give so much of yourself every single day. Don’t forget to protect and care for your own mental and emotional well-being. True strength is not only in what you do for others, it’s also in recognizing when you need support and having the courage to seek it. 💙

11/13/2025

~ Movember ~

It’s not less “manly” to seek mental health support.
Let’s change the need to “man up” into the courage to speak up. 💙
For far too long, men have been told to “tough it out,” “hide their feelings,” or “man up” when life gets heavy. But real strength isn’t silence. Real strength is honesty. It’s vulnerability. It’s the courage to say, “I’m not okay right now, and that’s okay.”

Men’s Mental Health Month is a reminder that you don’t have to carry everything on your own. There’s nothing weak about asking for help — in fact, it might be one of the bravest things you ever do.
Let’s start changing the narrative.
 Let’s teach our sons, brothers, fathers, and friends that speaking up about their struggles isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a sign of growth, self-awareness, and strength.

🧠 Check in with your friends. 💬 Listen without judgment. 🤝 Reach out when you need to talk.

Together, we can break the stigma and build a culture where men feel safe to open up, seek help, and heal.
Let’s move from “man up” ➡️ “speak up.” Because mental health is for everyone. 💪💙

11/06/2025

Let’s talk more about Movember…

For generations, men have been taught to stay strong, hide emotion, and “tough it out.” But silence isn’t strength — it’s a heavy burden that too many carry alone. The truth is, mental health affects everyone. Anxiety, depression, stress, and loneliness don’t care about gender, status, or background. Yet men are often less likely to reach out for help because of the stigma that says vulnerability equals weakness.
It’s time to change that narrative. 💬

Talking about what you’re feeling doesn’t make you less of a man — it makes you human. Seeking therapy, taking a break, or admitting “I’m not okay” are signs of courage, not failure. This November, during and , let’s create spaces where men feel safe to be real — where they can open up, connect, and heal without judgment.

If you’re reading this: check in on your friends. Ask twice. Listen deeply. You never know the difference a single conversation can make. 💚

11/01/2025

Behind every strong man is a mind that also needs care, rest, and understanding. 🧠✨

Let’s take a moment to check in — with ourselves and with the men in our lives. Here are a few things to remember this month (and every month):

🗣️ Talk About Your Feelings
Opening up isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a step toward healing. Real strength is being honest about what you feel and seeking support when you need it.
👥 Check In With Loved Ones
A simple “How are you, really?” can mean the world. Be the friend, brother, or partner who listens — not just the one who gives advice.
🤝 Stay Connected
Isolation can weigh heavily on mental health. Keep your connections strong — grab coffee, call a friend, join a group, or just spend time with people who uplift you.
💪 Take Care of Your Body & Mind
Movement, rest, and nourishment are powerful. A healthy body supports a healthy mind — even small daily habits make a difference.
💬 Break the Stigma
It’s time to redefine what it means to be strong. Let’s create a world where men can speak freely about their struggles without fear or shame.

Let’s make this month a reminder to talk, listen, and look out for one another. 💙

11/01/2025

When you're on a flight home to Toronto.. the whole plane watches together! 💙 🩵

Happy Halloween World Series 🎃 ⚾️

10/30/2025

You never know who needs a reminder that it’s okay to ask for help. Be that reminder. 💛

~ A simple check-in — a quick message, a “hey, how are you really?” can make a bigger difference than you think. Sometimes, people just need to know someone cares enough to ask.
~ A genuine conversation — take a few minutes to truly listen, without fixing or judging. Your presence can be the safe space someone’s been searching for.
~ A small act of care — a kind word, a shared laugh, a thoughtful gesture. Little moments of kindness can bring light to someone’s darkest day.

Be the reason someone feels seen, heard, and supported today. 🌿💬💛

10/22/2025

Allow healing and understanding to unfold in their own time 💙

Patience isn’t passive — it is an act of compassion. It’s choosing to meet your pain with curiosity instead of urgency, grace instead of judgment.

Healing takes time, and that’s okay. You’re not behind — you’re rebuilding safety, one gentle moment at a time.

10/17/2025

Happy Freud Friday!!

09/12/2025

Starting OCT. 1st !!

09/11/2025

Toyed with Freud 🇦🇹

Sigmund has been hanging out with us since 2010! We've come a long way in this field but still give thanks for his intellectual yield.

Use what's valuable.. leave what's not. ⚘️

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