Uplifting strategies for getting through the winter
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Course Highlights:
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Delivery Method: Virtual via Teams
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Day & Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
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Course Start: Monday, January 19th
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Number of Sessions: 3
January 19th
February 2nd
March 2nd -
Course Facilitator: Christine Courbasson
ccourbasson@cmha-yr.on.ca -
Job Role: Clinical Psychologist
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Course Materials: Notes and/or presentation slides will be provided electronically. Pen and paper is suggested to take notes.Resources: The Upward Spiral Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time by Alex Korb
Course Description:
This course is designed to help empower individuals in recovery with comprehensive, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented strategies to navigate some of the difficulties people face in winter, including shorter days, reduced sunlight, and increased risk of low mood and social isolation. Research findings, and actionable strategies to foster resilience and promote wellbeing with principles of positive psychology, cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness, and community connection are explored. Important elements of recovery, such as individualized care, self-compassion, and the importance of purpose and connection are discussed.
Learning Goals:
- Objective 1: To understand winter’s impact on mental health
- Objective 2: To become knowledgeable on how to build an achievable resilient daily routine and to develop steps to find a purpose and joy in winter