May 04, 2022
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week (CMHW) at the beginning of May takes on a particular significance this year. There is not one of us who is not themselves or does not know someone going through mental health challenges. Ottawa Public Library is kicking off a series of free online workshops to help us all cope with the stress of life lately. We have endured a lot in the last two years, here’s the chance to come together to support one another and move forward stronger, together.
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s theme this year is #Empathy, the Ottawa Public Library is providing programming and resources that shows #Empathy towards having open conversations about mental health- “this is empathy”.
OPL is offering programming for Teens, Adults and Older adults on topics such as mindfulness, stress and meditation. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with presenters and meet other library community members.
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Monday, May 2, 10 am to 11 am, Mindfulness Meditation in English for Older Adults
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Monday, May 2, 4 pm to 5 pm, StressMOINS in French for Teens
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Wednesday, May 4, 11 am to 12 pm, Stress Reduction in English for Adults
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Wednesday, May 4, 4 pm to 5 pm, StressLESS in English for Teens
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Friday, May 6, 10 am to 11 am, Mindful Movements in French for Older Adults
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Friday, May 6, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm, Mindfulness stress reduction in French for Adults
With the nice weather approaching, we also invite you to take a walk outside and explore a StoryWalk ® at one of six branches hosting this program. A chance to get out of the house and do something with the family and friends!
We encourage you to explore the booklists and information resources we have prepared and to register for a mindfulness workshop. Call a friend or family member this week, go for a walk, reach out to someone and remember to show some #Empathy this week.
Other resources to check out:
Upcoming Conversations at The Royal, presented by TD | The Royal
YouthNet RéseauAdo | Mental Health Services for Youth | YNRA
MHW2022 Homepage - Canadian Mental Health Association (mentalhealthweek.ca)
Ressources en santé mentale pour ados | Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa (biblioottawalibrary.ca)
Resources and crisis lines | CMHA Ottawa
Mental Health Resources for Teens | Ottawa Public Library (biblioottawalibrary.ca)
Mindfulness Books for Kidsby OPLProgramsProgrammesBPO
This book list was developed in collaboration with Rebekka Wallace Roy of "Be Kind, Be Brave, Be Present". Rebekka is a Registered Social Worker and a Psychotherapist who is passionate about mindfulness.
Sitting Still Like A Frog
Mindfulness Exercises for Kids (and Their Parents)
Mental Health Resources for Teensby Collection_Development
The Teen Girl's Anxiety Survival Guide
10 Ways to Conquer Anxiety & Feel your Best
Be You, Only Better
Real Life Self-care for Young Adults (and Everyone Else)
Getting Things Done for Teens
Take Control of your Life in A Distracting World
A Teen's Guide to Getting Stuff Done
Discover your Procrastination Type, Stop Putting Things Off & Reach your Goals
Rewire your Anxious Brain for Teens
Using CBT, Neuroscience, and Mindfulness to Help You End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry
Your Life, your Way
Skills to Help Teens Manage Emotions, and Build Resilience
Your Life, your Way
Skills to Help Teens Manage Emotions, and Build Resilience
Ressources en santé mentale - pour adosby Cat_Biblio
Comment améliorer son estime de soi
pour l'adolescent et le jeune adulte
Comment vaincre mes monstres intérieurs
la gestion du stress pour les ados
Être autiste et ado
stratégies pour mieux composer avec les défis et les réalités de la vie quotidienne
General Mindfulness Booksby OPLProgramsProgrammesBPO
This book list was developed in collaboration with Rebekka Wallace Roy of "Be Kind, Be Brave, Be Present". Rebekka is a Registered Social Worker and a Psychotherapist who is passionate about mindfulness.
10% Happier
How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-help That Actually Works -- A True Story
10% Happier
How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-help That Actually Works -- A True Story
