by Adrienne | Oct 21, 2021 | Mental Health Awareness, News, Newsletters
Don’t forget to play We encourage children to express themselves through play because we recognise its importance to their learning, creativity and happiness. Why should these pleasures peter out after age 18? Remember that you are more than your job and the...
by Adrienne | Oct 7, 2021 | Mental Health Awareness, News, Newsletters
Play to your strengths Taking an inventory of your strongest skills and best personal attributes can provide a much-needed confidence boost when dealing with challenging circumstances. Reflect and draw upon the strengths that have helped you in the past. If that...
by Adrienne | Oct 1, 2021 | Events, Fundraising, Mental Health Awareness, News
October is Mental Health Month and the challenge Tune in for Ten is simple – every day for 10 days, tune into other people and find ways to give. Brighten someone’s day – that someone can even be you! It is well known that giving and helping others...
by Adrienne | Sep 23, 2021 | Mental Health Awareness, News, Newsletters
Focus on what you can control It’s easy to be swept up in feelings of sadness, frustration and outrage at others’ words and actions – especially during a lengthy global health crisis. For the sake of your mental health, a more productive choice is to...
by Adrienne | Sep 16, 2021 | Events, Mental Health Awareness, News, Supporters, Tree of Dreams
Due to current social restrictions, Iris Foundation’s annual Tree of Dreams campaign, which coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, went virtual this year. In lieu of a public gathering, locals were encouraged to light a candle in...
by Adrienne | Sep 2, 2021 | Mental Health Awareness, News, Newsletters
Examine your old beliefs Unhelpful beliefs about ourselves can significantly dent our mental health, life outcomes and relationships with other people. When such thoughts arise, acknowledge them and put them aside. Like any new practice, it takes time and effort to...
