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Why Avoiding Conflict Is Quietly Burning People Out
Most people don’t think of conflict avoidance as a problem. In fact, it often looks like professionalism. You stay quiet in meetings.You go along with

Stress Isn’t the Problem — Losing Control of It Is
Most people don’t feel overwhelmed because they have too much to do. They feel overwhelmed because they can’t slow their mind down. You can be

WHBIS: Why Behavioural Health Belongs in Every Safety Strategy
Safety is no longer just hard hats and hazard tape. For decades, workplace safety focused on physical harm. Helmets, harnesses, and caution tape defined the

Managing conflict
Conflict is natural. Knowing how to communicate your thoughts and feelings with people who have different points of view is important! Every opinion adds value

Assertiveness
There will be times when you have to speak up for yourself and others. Avoiding conflict is unrealistic; it leads to resentment, bitterness and passive aggressive

Balance
Stress is prevalent. Unhealthy amounts of stress may lead to many negative side effects including aches and pains, insomnia, illness, burnout, decreased motivation, and many
Touchpoints Blog

Optimism at Work: Why It’s Not About Positivity
Most people misunderstand optimism. They think it means staying positive.Looking on the bright side.Believing everything will work out. But that’s not what optimism actually is.

Why Avoiding Conflict Is Quietly Burning People Out
Most people don’t think of conflict avoidance as a problem. In fact, it often looks like professionalism. You stay quiet in meetings.You go along with

Stress Isn’t the Problem — Losing Control of It Is
Most people don’t feel overwhelmed because they have too much to do. They feel overwhelmed because they can’t slow their mind down. You can be

WHBIS: Why Behavioural Health Belongs in Every Safety Strategy
Safety is no longer just hard hats and hazard tape. For decades, workplace safety focused on physical harm. Helmets, harnesses, and caution tape defined the

Managing conflict
Conflict is natural. Knowing how to communicate your thoughts and feelings with people who have different points of view is important! Every opinion adds value

Assertiveness
There will be times when you have to speak up for yourself and others. Avoiding conflict is unrealistic; it leads to resentment, bitterness and passive aggressive

Balance
Stress is prevalent. Unhealthy amounts of stress may lead to many negative side effects including aches and pains, insomnia, illness, burnout, decreased motivation, and many
The Resilience Effect

How UPEI Built a Culture of Mental Fitness
Supporting workforce mental fitness requires more than awareness. It requires practical tools, structured learning, and a commitment to skill development over time. The University of

Self compassion
Being successful requires having your own back. Practicing self-compassion on a regular basis helps you persevere through difficult times. Be there to stand up for

How to regain control
Being in control matters. Believing you are capable of having an impact contributes to positive feelings and increases life satisfaction. Knowing what you have control over

Gratitude
Sometimes it’s easier to think that the glass is half empty than half full. Harnessing positive energy is a quick and easy way to feel
AIR in the News
Dr. Jackie Kinley on Healing, Relationships, and Mental Health
In this 2010 episode of At the Table, a late-night Maritimes television series on CBC Gem, psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley joins host Amy Smith for

Resilience in Action: How AIR, Shannex, and CAN Health Are Supporting Frontline Workers
Health care workers carry the weight of responsibility for others’ well-being every day. Their resilience is truly remarkable. However, the relentless pressures of the job,

AIR goes Global!
On February 16th, Dr. Kinley was featured on Global News in a segment offering tips on how people can build positive coping methods to manage
WCB looking for new transformative solutions
Last week, AIR’s CEO and Founder spoke with WorkShift host, Stuart MacLean, and Cpl. Deepak Prasad to discuss how to fortify workplaces through best psychological

Dentists stressed and asking all the right questions!
AIR’s CEO and Founder, Dr. Kinley, joined host Kirk Behrendt on The Best Practices Show to talk about the importance of connection and psychological safety
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