Resources to help
For immediate assistance, if you are experiencing crisis, call the Vancouver Island Crisis line at
1–888–494–3888
Visit their website at http://www.vicrisis.ca/
Resources for reflection and insight
Happiness should indeed be a part of everyone's lives.
It's important to manage our expectations about happiness and recognize how anxiety can interfere with our pursuit of it. Understanding this can help create the necessary space for us to fully express ourselves and live our best lives. Russ Harris does a great job of normalizing our relationship with anxiety in his various videos. He offers insights that can help people reframe their experiences and find a healthier way to connect with their emotions. By addressing anxiety and its impact on our happiness, we can work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Boundaries are essential for your mental and emotional well-being.
Sometimes they’re crossed in subtle ways, and we only realize it once we feel uncomfortable or drained. Other times, the signs are obvious—like being overwhelmed by someone who just isn’t listening.
Setting boundaries can be tough, especially if you're not used to being heard or worry about hurting someone’s feelings. But boundaries aren’t about creating distance—they’re about creating clarity, safety, and respect.
The most important part of setting boundaries is staying connected to yourself. Ask yourself:
How do I want to be treated?
What am I okay with, and what feels like too much?
If something doesn’t feel right, how can I express that clearly and kindly?
Planning ahead and practicing your responses can help you feel more confident when you need to speak up. Boundaries are a skill—and with care and practice, they get easier.