Good Stuff for your Mind

Mental health tips, stories, and news from Step Forward Health Society

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The Clocks Stay. The Light Doesn’t.

Good news: you don’t have to reset the oven clock or find the instructions to change your bedside alarm tonight. Bad news: the sun didn’t get the memo. The days are still getting shorter, and that can take a toll on our energy and mood. Here’s how to look after yourself until the light comes back.

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Wherever you’re at, you belong here.

Maybe you've known for a while. Maybe you're still figuring it out. Maybe you have words for it, or maybe you just know that something about you feels different than what people expect and you're not totally sure yet what that means.

Wherever you're at, you don't have to have it all figured out to belong here.

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You don’t have to have all the answers

Maybe your child came out to you last week, and you're still turning the conversation over in your head, wondering if you said the right things. Maybe they came out years ago, and things still feel strained in ways you can't quite name. Maybe you're not even sure "coming out" is the right word for what's happening; it’s just that something has shifted, and you're trying to catch up.

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Recognizing abuse in your relationship

Abuse doesn't require bruises to be real, and it doesn't have to happen every day to be serious. Many women describe it as a slow erosion. A relationship that started out loving and gradually became something that felt unsafe, one small incident at a time.

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Find your way back outside

Getting outside sounds like one of the simplest thing in the world. But for someone struggling with depression, it may feel like a bridge too far. Share this article with someone who's been inside too long.

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Same heart. New hands.

After three years as founding President, Meg Neufeld is stepping into a new role — and reflecting on the people, the moments, and the community that made Step Forward Health Society what it is today. This is a moment of gratitude, and of great confidence in what comes next.

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Your dog knows what you need

Start planning your dog’s outfit! On Saturday, June 13, Step Forward Health Society is hosting Move for Mental Health — a community walk at The Red Barn in Tsawwassen. Dogs are not just welcome. They are encouraged. And because we know what matters, we’ll have a prize for the best-dressed dog.

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Move, connect, and give back this May

Mental health matters — and this May, The Red Barn at Southlands in Tsawwassen is turning that belief into action. Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month, they’re dedicating proceeds from their events and classes to Step Forward Health Society.

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Chronic pain and how art and mindfulness can help

Living with chronic pain can feel like navigating an invisible maze, one that touches not only the body but also the mind, emotions, and sense of identity. In Canada, millions experience this reality every day.

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If everything is blooming, why am I still in the dark?

The tulips don't care whether you're ready for spring.

This Easter weekend, millions of Canadians will gather with family, share a meal, hunt for chocolate eggs with squealing children. Yet millions of others will watch the weekend arrive like a train they weren't allowed to board. Loneliness and isolation do not observe holidays. In fact, they tend to dress up for them.

There is help available. There are people who need it. There's a gap between those two things your donation can close.

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How to access low-cost counselling in Delta

Finding affordable counselling can feel overwhelming. This post outlines where to turn for low-cost support in our community—plus how Step Forward helps fill the gaps.

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Your walking group can change lives.

Every week, walking groups all across Delta show up for each other — rain or shine. This year, those same steps can open the door to mental health care for someone who couldn't otherwise afford it.

We're calling on walking groups to register as a team for the Move for Mental Health fundraising walk. Same walk you already love. A little more purpose behind it.

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The game-changer you didn’t know you needed

Where rest, mental health, and community all win together! Join us on April 10 at Rogers Arena for the Vancouver Warriors lacrosse game. $5 from every ticket sold will go directly to funding counselling services for someone in our community.

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Stepping Forward into the New Year

The new year is almost here, and we’re reflecting on all the great things that Step Forward was a part of in 2025. Thank you so much for joining us! Now, as we step forward into 2026, here are some practical ways you can make positive mental health part of your New Year’s resolution.

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The Healing Power of Kindness

Kindness has enormous healing power. Without it, we feel like we’re missing a piece of ourselves; when we show it, we complete someone else’s puzzle as well as our own. Explore the power of kindness this World Kindness Day, and keep the cycle going next time you meet someone who looks like they need a boost.

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Giving Thanks: How Gratitude Strengthens Mental Health

The Thanksgiving long weekend provides the perfect opportunity to pause and think about what we’re thankful for. Taking the time to acknowledge the good things in our lives is a simple yet powerful way to nurture our mental health and deepen our connection with others.

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The Healing Power Outside: How Outdoor Activities Nurture Mental Health

We had a great time at the Barnside Harvest Festival this year! The live music, the smell of food and local drinks, and the bustling artisan market were a reminder of how good it feels to be outside together. Now, as September days bring crisp mornings and golden afternoons, it’s the perfect time to soak up the outdoors before the rain and cold set in. These moments are enjoyable, and they also play a powerful role in supporting our mental health.

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Back to School & Mental Health

The new school year is an exciting time for kids. However, adjusting to so many new changes can be stressful, and it’s crucial that parents help their kids manage their mental health as they enter the new school season. Here is some insight into the challenges children face and how parents can help their kids overcome them.

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Why Affordable Mental Health Care Matters

For many, the price of a single counselling session—often ranging from $120 to $200—is simply out of reach. For this reason, many people forgo professional mental health care in favour of less effective methods that don’t get to the root of their problems. Step Forward Health Society seeks to change this, and our supporters are crucial to that mission.

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