Prairie Willow Wellness Training

06/08/2026

🌊 Strategic Planning, Lake Edition 🌊

I’m currently out of the office, attending a highly important strategic planning session… at the lake.

Objectives include:

Determining the optimal dock-to-snack ratio 🛶🍫
Conducting rigorous research on the perfect sun-to-shade balance ☀️🌳
Collecting critical data on the benefits of less screen time 📵
Ensuring maximum relaxation and creative thinking 😎

Professional emails may have to wait, but don’t worry — the findings from this research will be invaluable for my return to the “real world.”

06/08/2026

Feeling grateful and inspired (and just a little bit hot ☀️🥵) after participating in the Run for Women on Saturday!

Seeing so many people come together with a shared purpose was truly powerful. Every step taken and every dollar raised helps support programs and services that make a difference in women's mental health.

The energy, the stories, and the sense of community were incredible reminders that when we come together, we can create meaningful change.

Thank you to everyone who walked, ran, volunteered, donated, and cheered from the sidelines. Thanks to the generous sponsors who help make this event a reality! Together, we're helping ensure more women have access to the mental health support they deserve. 💜

Donations are being accepted until June 30th. There is still time to be part of this important campaign. Thanks to my family and friends who have supported me. 🫶 https://raceroster.com/events/2026/106297/shoppers-drug-mart-run-for-women-winnipeg-2026/pledge/participant/44342799

I’m proud to be participating in the Shoppers Drug Mart Run for Women this June in Winnipeg. Mental health impacts every workplace, every family, and every community — and I believe in taking action, not just having conversations. This event raises critical funds for local women’s mental healt...

06/06/2026

To those who feed us remember you are not alone 💚

June is Men's Health Month.

Farming can come with long hours, financial pressures and the expectation to keep pushing through, even when things feel overwhelming.

Looking after your mental health is just as important as looking after your physical health.

The Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program provides confidential, no-cost counselling for Manitoba farmers, farm families and farm employees.

You don't have to carry it all on your own.

Learn more: manitobafarmerwellness.ca

06/03/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

This month, we celebrate the strength, resilience, diversity, and contributions of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Pride is a time of joy, visibility, and connection. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels safe, respected, valued, and free to be their authentic selves.

We know that acceptance and belonging are powerful protective factors for mental health. Whether at home, in our workplaces, in our communities, or within our friend groups, each of us has a role to play in fostering inclusion and supporting one another.

This Pride Month, we celebrate the uniqueness of every individual and reaffirm our commitment to kindness, respect, and equity for all.

Everyone deserves to be seen.
Everyone deserves to belong.
Everyone deserves to thrive.

You'll find us at a few different Pride events across Manitoba this month, celebrating, learning, connecting, and supporting inclusive communities. If you see us, please stop by and say hello—we'd love to meet you!

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈💜

06/03/2026

Wellness Wednesday

☀️ Summer and Mental Health: It's Not Always Sunshine and Relaxation ☀️

When we think about seasons that can impact our mental health, winter often gets most of the attention. But summer can bring its own unique challenges.
🌡️ Hot temperatures can affect our energy, mood, and sleep.
🌙 Longer daylight hours can disrupt routines and make it harder to get the rest we need.
📅 Busy schedules filled with vacations, camps, social events, and family commitments can leave us feeling stretched thin.
💰 Increased expenses and pressure to make the most of the season can add stress.
😔 And for some, seeing everyone else's "perfect summer" on social media can lead to feelings of loneliness or comparison.

If summer feels overwhelming, you're not alone.

Just as we encourage people to prepare for their mental well-being during the colder months, it's important to prioritize self-care during the warmer ones too. Stay hydrated, protect your sleep, build in downtime, and remember that it's okay to say no.

Mental health matters in every season. 💚

What helps you take care of your mental well-being during the summer months?

06/02/2026

Mental Health First Aid: Skills That Matter
We train employees in first aid for physical emergencies. But what about mental health?
Mental Health First Aid teaches people how to recognize when someone may be struggling, how to start a supportive conversation, and how to connect them with appropriate help.
You don't need to be a counsellor to make a difference.
Whether you're a manager, coworker, volunteer, educator, or community member, Mental Health First Aid* gives you practical skills you can use every day.
One conversation can make a difference.
Interested in bringing Mental Health First Aid to your workplace or organization? Let's chat.

*MHFA is a product of Opening Minds

05/28/2026

🌲 Thursday Travel Time: Becoming an Outdoors Woman weekend organized by Manitoba Wildlife Federation.

Today we’re heading to Becoming an Outdoors Woman where we’ll be facilitating our workshop: Rooted & Resilient. 🌿

This workshop explores resilience, grounding practices, connection to self, and wellness through outdoor experiences and community.
We’re excited to connect, learn, and grow alongside so many incredible participants.

Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes moments and reflections from the experience!

05/27/2026

Consistency over perfection. We couldn’t agree more!

Flourishing is built through repetition.

Not perfection.

The small things you do regularly—
resting, checking in, reaching out—
are what create lasting change.

You don’t need to do everything.

Just keep showing up in small ways.

05/27/2026

Wellness Wednesday has us thinking. What comes up again and again in our workshops, community events or one-on-one conversations? People share they are not always sure how to navigate wellness resources for themselves or a loved one. Here in Manitoba Sharedhealthmb has a Mental Health & Wellness Resource Finder. 🇧🇲
Friends beyond the borders of Manitoba - what does your province have for resources? Please share in the comments below. You never who may read this and whom it may help.

Mental Health & Wellness Resource Finder The Mental Health and Wellness Resource Finder provides a number of mental health, wellness and addictions supports and resources for you and those you care about. Resources for youth and adolescents are highlighted in green. What type of supports and service...

05/26/2026

🎓 Training Tuesday: The Working Mind courses*

Did you know we offer both of The Working Mind courses TWM employee and TWM manager)? The Working Mind is a mental health training course designed to initiate a change in how you think, feel, and act about mental health. Both course are offered virtually or in-person.

The courses can help participants:
✔ mental health awareness and understanding
✔ break down stigma
✔ strengthen communication skills
✔ improve resilience

Whether you’re a leader, employee, there’s a course designed to meet your needs.

📩 Reach out to learn more about the different The Working Mind training options available: [email protected]

*The working Mind courses are products of Opening Minds - a social enterprise of the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

Our founder Tracey is a certified facilitator.

As we round out Mental Health Awareness month what is your next step? Let's connect to explore options together.