In Memory of the Wonderful Mom I Loved and Lost
As my mouth slowly curved upwards to kiss my own falling tears, I closed my eyes and looked for Mom in the place I knew she’d always be. It had been 4 years since Mom died from heart disease in 2005. One night, an unusual memory of Mom found me. And it absolutely transformed my life. Read on and discover what it was.
How To Create Your Life Map and Empower Yourself Today
If you’ve ever wondered ‘Why Am I Here?’, life map exercises are one of the most powerful reflections you could ever do. By diving into your past, present, and future, they offer a chance to mindfully reflect on your own life story. Come learn how to create a Life Map and empower yourself.
How Do We Align Behavioural Economics with Social Responsibility?
How might behavioural economics and social sciences help brands align company goals with both profitability and authentic social responsibility? What kinds of innovative research help brands better adapt to a changing multicultural and intergenerational consumer landscape? Read this White Paper to learn more.
How to Overcome Culture Shock: 6 Tips for International Students
Maybe you don’t know what to feel anymore. At first, you definitely remember screaming out with joy when you saw that college acceptance letter. You squealed so loudly that your friends, coworkers or parents rushed over thinking you had some emergency. And all they saw was your shining, beaming smile. Heck, you even remember everyone cheering you on. Now you’re …
Transforming the Arts: The Post at 750 Co-working Space
This co-working space is transforming the Arts community in Vancouver. Introducing The Post @ 750–the new home for DOXA Documentary Film Festival, PuSh International Performing Arts Festival, and Touchstone Theatre Music on Main.
Suicide Prevention Resources
If you are feeling suicidal, there is hope. If you or someone you know needs immediate help right now, you can call:
Canada: www.crisisservicescanada.ca / Call: 1-833-456-4566
USA: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org / Call: 1-800-273-8255
Vancouver Papa: the Story of Carlos
After falling into a life of substance abuse and reeling from a broken marriage of 14 years, Carlos ended up on the streets of the Vancouver Downtown Eastside (DTES)–the poorest neighbourhood in Canada. However, through his loss, loneliness, and pain, Carlos found resilience, faith, hope and meaningful friendship through his pain and loss.
Young People and Self Harm
As you know, it can be particularly tough to figure out an ideal response for teenagers and self-harming behaviours. This video outlines my team’s research on this urgent issue, and proposes an innovative solution: a graphic novel that can connect with teens and spark transformation and healing for positive social change
