Support yourself by:

Moving more. Research suggests exercise may be just as effective for treating mild depression as drugs. A Duke University Medical Centre study revealed that 60 per cent of patients with depression were no longer clinically depressed following a 16-week exercise program without medication. So pick an activity you love and

sneak in 30 minutes of regular physical activity at least three times a week and reap the rewards of a healthier body and mind!

Tap in socially by:

Getting “deep.” A recent study found that people who have deeper, more meaningful conversations throughout their day (and less time chit-chatting about the weather) spent nearly half of their time having “substantial” conversations with other people. The hypothesis is that deeper conversations help us find meaning in day-to-day life and also help us fulfill our need for social connections. So why not turn off the TV and turn to your partner—or pick up the phone and

call a friend—and talk about something “real” and “meaningful” to both of you.

Tap into professional support by:

Stopping the stigma around mental health support. The truth is that one in five North Americans will face a mental health challenge in their life. If you or a loved one is struggling with emotional challenges consider connecting with a mental health professional. Forget the stereotypes and stigmas of yesteryear, and bring yourself one step closer to making good mental health a priority.