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The Layla blog

Discover a library of expert-informed articles designed to educate and inspire. From meditation and mindfulness to mental health, focus, and overall well-being; explore content that meets you where you are, whatever your mood or goals.

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Anxiety
Resilience
A Climate of Concern: Understanding Environmental Distress & Resilience

Climate change doesn’t just affect the planet - it affects our mental well-being. This guide explores eco-anxiety, eco-grief, and solastalgia, the emotional toll of environmental threats, and how individuals and communities can build resilience through connection, mindful action, and support.

Sep 10, 2024
2
min read
General
support
Well-being
Understanding the Difference Between Social Workers, Psychotherapists, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, and Counsellors

Choosing a mental health provider can feel overwhelming when there are so many titles, roles, and qualifications to consider. This guide breaks down the different types of mental health care providers in Canada, what each offers, and how to decide which option best fits your needs.

Layla Team
Jun 23, 2024
3
min read
All topics
Well-being
Connection
Disconnected Connections: The Irony of Loneliness in a Wired World

In a world filled with constant digital communication, many people still feel profoundly lonely. This article explores why technology can unintentionally deepen disconnection, the psychological impact of digital barriers, and how we can rebuild meaningful relationships in a screen-saturated world.

Layla Team
Apr 18, 2024
3
min read
Stress & Anxiety
Well-being
Self-Exploration
Echoes of the Past: Generation X, Mental Health & Nostalgia

Born between analog and digital worlds, Generation X often carried early lessons in independence and resilience, but also experienced quiet struggles around mental health. This post explores how growing up in a time of major social, technological, and economic shifts shaped Gen X’s emotional landscape.

Layla Team
Mar 20, 2024
2
min read
Awareness
support
Empowering Canadians: The Role of Mental Health First Aid

Empower yourself and your community with practical mental-health first aid skills. Learn how Mental Health First Aid Canada (MHFA) training can help you spot distress, offer calm support, and guide people toward help when they need it most.

Layla Team
Feb 22, 2024
min read
All topics
Emotions
Stress
Well-being
Navigating Life's Ebb and Flow: The Power of Psychological Flexibility

Psychological Flexibility helps us stay grounded, open, and connected as we navigate an ever-changing world. This article explores what it is, why it matters, and how small, intentional practices can strengthen resilience, deepen relationships, and support emotional well-being.

Taylor McAllister
Jan 9, 2024
2
min read
Stress & Anxiety