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Mental health

Curated

‘Female narcissism is often misdiagnosed’: how science is finding women can have a dark streak too

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/feb/02/female-narcissism-is-often-misdiagnosed-how-science-is-finding-women-can-have-a-dark-streak-too
Curated

The winter blues or something more?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/self-made/202501/the-winter-blues-or-something-more?amp
Curated

What to do when the news makes you anxious

https://chatelaine.com/health/protect-mental-health-news/
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Everything you know about therapy has evolved—so you can too

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/health/a63173533/the-wh-therapy-guide/
Le Germain hotel room

A room of her own: Meg’s story of healing at Le Germain

I enjoy a feeling of suspension as I sit in the Norca dining room at Le Germain Hotel Ottawa. It’s a physical sensation: I’m on the second floor, in a space defined by…
By Tudor Robins
Le Germain hotel room

Breaking the stigma: How a team in Ottawa is helping transform perinatal mental healthcare in Canada

After having a baby or finding out you’re expecting, you might picture days filled with pure bliss and endless joy. However, for some mothers, the reality can be far more…
By Lisa Thibodeau

The power of removing our superhero capes

Recently, my friend Manal posted this beautiful message on LinkedIn: “They say, ‘Check in on your strong friends.’ These are generally people who are in a good mood, upli…
By Deirdre Freiheit

Embrace joy!

What brings you joy? Is it achieving a major milestone in life or your work? Is it time with your family? Is it your pet or going to your favourite get-away spot … with y…