Mental Health is My Daily Practice

I’ve spent years—countless hours and dollars—working with counsellors and psychologists. I’ve talked through childhood struggles, triggers, stress, and the ongoing challenge of improving my mental health.

The professionals who helped me the most weren’t just the ones who listened—they were the ones who equipped me with practical tools. Tools I could lean on when life got hard. Tools that gave me direction when I felt overwhelmed or stuck.

Talking is incredibly powerful. There’s nothing quite like opening up about how you’re really feeling and gaining perspective—whether that’s from a friend, a loved one, or a mental health professional. Sometimes, that space to be heard is exactly what we need to begin healing.

But I’ve learned that consistent action matters just as much. That’s why today, I treat my mental health the same way I would a training program: with structure, commitment, and intention.

I plan for it. I make space for it. I use the tools I’ve been given. And I do this not just for myself—but for my daughter. Because I want her to see what a healthy relationship with mental health looks like in real life. I want her to know that caring for your mental wellbeing isn’t a last resort—it’s a daily practice.

That’s also what I bring into my work with clients. I help them build a plan—a kind of mental health training program—with simple, powerful tools they can use every day. Tools to navigate life with more clarity, balance, and confidence.

Mental health isn’t something we wait to fix when it breaks. It’s something we nurture daily. And when we do, we don’t just heal ourselves—we set an example for others too.