"No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite." – Nelson Mandela #motivation

Understanding School Attendance Difficulties is key to helping students. We need to understand the challenges a student is facing in getting to and staying in school. Learn more about School Phobia: ymhc.me/schoolphobia #schoolanxiety #schoolphobia #schoolavoidance #SchoolAttendance

Support youth through small gestures with the YMHC Heart to Heart Campaign! Every handmade heart carries a message of care. Communities that participate in Heart-to-Heart show students that they are not invisible. To Send or Request Hearts: ymhc.me/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign

Did you know? An estimated 1.2 million children and youth in Canada are affected by mental illness, yet, less than 20 per cent will receive appropriate treatment. Support youth mental health programs: ymhc.me/donate #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #youthsuicideprevention #makehopehappen

DID YOU KNOW?... "Stars can't shine without darkness." #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #resilience #hope #strengthbased #challenges #ymhc #mentalhealth

Be part of the change with the YMHC Heart to Heart Campaign. Send hearts to YMHC and help build a culture of compassion. Each contribution supports students navigating mental health challenges. To Send or Request Hearts: ymhc.ngo/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope

If you like someone's art, voice, fashion sense, handwriting, smile, makeup looks, laugh, personality, or anything about them, please tell them! You have no idea how much it could boost their self-esteem. By @WarpaintJbeaut #kindness #kindnessmatters #compassion #empathy #mentalhealth

"Everyone loves that “first they came for” poem but no one seems to understand that it means that the best form of self-protection is investing in the well-being of people who are more marginalized than you are so that it never gets to the point" By @LuxAlptraum #intersectional

Neurodivergent students with brain and learning differences often spend more energy managing themselves than learning. Support of diverse learning styles makes space for success. #adhd #adhdawareness #executivefunctionskills #adhdsupport #neurodiversity #neurodivergence #neurodivergent

Mental Health Disabilities are NOT... #disability #disabilities #mentalhealthdisabilities #disabilityawareness #disabilityrights #inclusion #educationalaccommodations #mentalhealthsupport #humanrights #mentalhealth #stigma #ymhc

If you like someone’s art, voice, fashion sense, handwriting, smile, makeup looks, laugh, personality, or anything about them, please tell them! You have no idea how much it could boost their self-esteem. #kindness #kindnessmatters #compassion #mentalhealth #ymhc #communitycare #bekind #gratitude

Silence Allows Violence #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #humanrights #socialjustice #intersectional #intersectionalitymatters #equity #discrimination #stigma #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

If your child says ‘I can’t go,’ they’re not trying to make your life harder. They might be telling you their environment feels unsafe. #schoolanxiety #schoolphobia #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #SchoolAttendance #ymhc #schoolattendancechallenges #studentmentalhealth #parenting #mentalhealth

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women 25 November STOP GENDER BASED VIOLENCE #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #humanrights #socialjustice #intersectional #intersectionalitymatters #equity #discrimination #stigma #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

Don’t grab hurtful comments and pull them close to you by rereading them and ruminating on them. Don’t play with them by rehearsing your badass comeback. And whatever you do, don’t pull hatefulness close to your heart. -Brené Brown #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing

Extend care beyond your circle 💖 YMHC Heart to Heart Campaign Hearts made by community members go directly to students and schools. Your craft becomes a meaningful source of comfort. To Send or Request Hearts: ymhc.ngo/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope #HandmadeHearts

Compassionate Greeting Card Designs featuring adorable animal puns! 🐠🦒🐈 You can send or request cards through the YMHC Compassionate Card Service: ymhc.ngo/ccs #compassion #peersupport #community #greetingcards #messageofhope #hope #makehopehappen #mentalhealthhumor #funnymemes #copingwithhumor

"The best thing about rock bottom is the rock part. You discover the solid bit of you. The bit that can't be broken down further. The thing that you might sentimentally call a soul. At our lowest we find the solid ground of our foundation. And we can build ourselves anew." — Matt Haig. #motivation

YWAP Course for Mental Health Professionals: Strength-Based Practice in Youth Mental Health Take the course: ymhc.ngo/ywap #ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #selfpaced #certificate #wellness #mentalhealtheducation #mentalhealth #strengthbased #ymhc

Did you know? 💡 Suicide is the leading cause of youth deaths in Canada after accidents. #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #youthsuicideprevention #hope #makehopehappen #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalillness #ymhc

The Velveteen Rabbit 🐰 "You become. It takes a long time. That’s why it doesn’t happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. Generally, by the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off,

We are all a little broken. But last time I checked, broken crayons still colour the same. 🖍️ Your unique parts and experiences don't diminish your value or your ability to bring beauty and colour to the world. #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #hope #resilience

Defining Brave #SchoolAttendance #schoolanxiety #schoolphobia #schoolavoidance #resilience #courage #studentmentalhealth #education #ymhc

Individuals with mental health issues are much more likely to be the victims of violence than the perpetrators. It's time to challenge the stigma and misinformation surrounding mental health. Spreading understanding is a vital part of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

Mental Health Education Saves Lives. Ready to take control of your stress? Our Stress Management Booklet provides warning signs and strategies to help you cope! 📘 Take the "Stress Check" and learn new ways to manage your mental health. Get your copy here: ymhc.me/printables

"Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day." -Dalai Lama Start your day with a moment of positivity! What's one small good thing you can focus on right now? #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #gratitude #hope #ymhc

You cannot punish a student to have better self-regulation of their emotions. You can support them to manage their big feelings. #Education #support #inclusion #accessibility #students #teachers #studentwellbeing #studentmentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #emotionalregulation #ymhc #educationmatters

Mental Health Stigma Sounds Like... #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #stigma #discrimination #mentalillness #hope #ymhc

#Integrity: Choosing courage over comfort; choosing what is right over what is fun, fast, or easy; and choosing to practice our values rather than simply professing them. — Brené Brown #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc #courage

"When someone spews something really hurtful, don’t pick it up and hold it and rub it into your heart and snuggle with it and carry it around for a long time. Don’t even put energy into kicking it to the curb. You gotta see it and step over it or go around it and keep on going." — Brené Brown

Morning Routines for School Anxious Children ☀️ Start preparations the night before Create a calm wake-up routine Use visual schedules Offer choices Use motivators to get the child to school Validate feelings Find more support on our School Phobia website: ymhc.me/schoolphobia #schoolanxiety

Did you know? ADHD is the most prevalent childhood neurodevelopmental condition in Canada. #adhd #adhdawareness #neurodiversity #neurodivergence #studentmentalhealth #childmentalhealth #mentalhealth #ymhc

"Own the fear, find the cave, and write a new ending for yourself, for the people you’re meant to serve and support, and for your culture. Choose whole hearts over armor. And choose the great adventure of being brave and afraid at the exact same time." — Brené Brown #courage #resilience #motivation

Things To Do Daily For Your Mental Health #selfcare #selflove #wellness #mentalhealth #selfcarematters #selfcaredaily #mentalwellness #ymhc #healthyhabits #gratitude #gratefulheart #Mindfulness #MentalHealthMatters #DailyRoutine

"Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable.

5 Supportive Things to Say to a Student Who's Missing School Find more support and information on School Phobia: ymhc.me/schoolphobia #schoolanxiety #schoolphobia #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #SchoolAttendance #ymhc #kindnessmatters #compassion #empathy #MentalHealthSupport

Trans Day of Remembrance - November 20 On this day, we honor the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost to acts of anti-transgender violence. We stand for love, respect, and safety for all. #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #hope #makehopehappen #ymhc #LGBTQ #lgbtqia #2Slgbtqia

We light a candle for those we have lost. On Trans Day of Remembrance, we honor the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. We stand for love, respect, and safety for all. Artwork by @SOGAYJEN #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #hope

We believe in equitable access to mental wellness tools. Our resources, including infographics and posters, are available in many languages, such as: 🌍 Arabic, Cree, Czech, French, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Romanian, Shona, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Turkish, Vietnamese... and more to come!

I AM: ⭐ Brilliant ⭐ Worth it ⭐ Kind ⭐ Loved ⭐ Imaginative ⭐ Creative ⭐ Smart ⭐ Curious ⭐ Brave ⭐ Powerful! #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #selflove #hope #ymhc #youmatter #selfcompassion

Teaching a Student with School Anxiety Your support could make a difference. Try to understand your student's experience of school. Try to understand the challenges your student faces and explore ways to support them.

Mental Health Education Saves Lives. Wellness Action Plan Booklet. What is a Mental Wellness Action Plan? It's an action plan that summarizes your coping skills, intervention strategies, trusted adults and supports, and a list of your healthy habits. Printables Now Available: ymhc.me/printables

Understanding Schizophrenia #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalillness #stigma #education #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc

Things will get better... and then worse, then fine, then really fucking terrible, then good, then bad, then better. By @crazyheadcomics #motivation #inspiration #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #resilience #feelings #emotions #humorheals #ymhc

THINGS I AM grateful FOR... Taking a moment for gratitude can shift your perspective and boost your mental wellness. What are you grateful for today? By selfcarexpress #gratitude #gratitudeattitude #grateful #selfcare #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #positivevibes #inspiration #ymhc #selfcaresunday

#Maslow Before Bloom "When a flower doesn't bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower." (Alexander Den Heijer) Every student deserves to feel safe and supported so they can learn and flourish. We must consider their foundational needs first.

"If you cannot understand why someone is grieving for so long, consider yourself fortunate that you do not understand." #grief #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #compassion #support #resilience #communitycare #ymhc

How to Cope with Rage as a Parent Feeling rage is human, but it's important to understand where it comes from and how to cope. Recognizing the signs of anger can help you manage it and prevent escalation. #feelings #emotions #emotionalawareness #anger #stress

"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." Keep showing up for yourself, even when it feels like a small step! Consistency is key to building resilience and supporting your mental wellness. What small effort are you proud of today? ✨ #motivation #inspiration #resilience

National #Grief and #Bereavement Day, November 18 This day reminds us to recognize the impact of loss and the importance of supporting those who are grieving. Healing takes time and support. If you or someone you know is struggling with grief, remember that resources and support are available.