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Mental Health Hub

Mental health means balancing all aspects of your life including spiritual, mental, social, physical and economic health. Mental Health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being, influencing cognition, perception, and behavior. Finding the right balance is a work in progress. Depending on your situation the circumstances of your mental health may be jeopardize if the proper steps aren't taken to protect your mental well being. 

Anger

Anger is a natural emotion that everyone experiences. It can range from mild irritation to intense rage. Anger isn't "bad"—it's how we recognize that something feels wrong or unfair. But how we manage anger makes all the difference. 

 

Anger can be a signal that you're struggling emotionally. Sometimes, it’s connected to:

  • Stress or anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma or past experiences

  • Frustration or feeling overwhelmed

When anger is frequent, intense, or hard to control, it may be a sign of underlying mental health challenges.

Grief

Grief is a natural response to loss. It can happen when we lose someone we love, experience a major life change, or let go of something important. Everyone grieves differently—and there’s no "right" way to feel.

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Grief can affect your mind, body, and spirit. It's not just sadness—it can include a mix of emotions that come and go in waves. When grief is intense or lasts a long time, it may lead to:

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Sleep problems

  • Isolation or withdrawal

  • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

Grieving doesn’t mean you're weak—it means you're human and you cared deeply.

Stress

Stress is your body’s natural reaction to pressure or change. It can be physical, emotional, or mental—and a little bit can even be helpful. But too much stress for too long can affect your health and how you feel every day. 

 

While short bursts of stress are normal (like before a big test or deadline), chronic stress can lead to or worsen:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Sleep problems

  • Irritability or anger

  • Burnout and emotional exhaustion

Stress doesn't just affect your mind—it can affect your body, too.

Everyday Life

Mental health is about your thoughts, feelings, and how you handle life’s ups and downs. It affects how you manage stress, relate to others, make decisions, and take care of yourself. Just like physical health, mental health is something you live with every day—and it deserves attention and care.

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How Mental Health Affects Daily Life

Your mental wellness influences:

  • Focus & decision-making

  • Sleep and energy levels

  • Relationships and communication

  • Work or school performance

  • Healthy habits and motivation

  • How you feel about yourself and your future

When your mental health is strong, you're more likely to feel confident, stay balanced, and bounce back from challenges.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge we are gathered on Treaty 1 Territory and that Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline, and Nehethowuk Nations.​ We acknowledge Manitoba is located on the Homeland of the Red River Métis.​ We acknowledge northern Manitoba includes lands that were and are the ancestral lands of the Inuit.​ We respect the spirit and intent of Treaties and treaty-making and remain committed to working in partnership with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people in the spirit of truth, reconciliation, and collaboration.

Contact Us 

1200-191 Lombard Ave

Winnipeg, MB R3B 0X1

204-944-1560​

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