Mainstream psychology emphasizes and romanticizes self-care as lavish, costly, and time-consuming activities. When I think of self-care, my immediate thought is a weekend spa getaway. That is just not realistic for me, or many people that I know. Who has a full day to dedicate to self-care?? Or the budget for all of these interventions?
Read MoreCanada Day is usually filled with friends, festivities, and fireworks. During COVID-19, restrictions on gatherings are going to change the way we celebrate this year. It’s been very hard for people to be so isolated from one another, and that feeling may be even more salient on a day that’s supposed to bring everyone together. But there is plenty you can do at home to make the most of your Canada Day and bring some normalcy into your life.
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