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Karina Pommainville-Odell

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Feel-Good Corner, My Take

The Truth and Lies of Service/Assistance Animals

November 2, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

The truth and lies of service animals plus my current experiences with Mia! Good news, venting and some tips and tricks!

Tagged assistance animals, dogs, mental health, service animals, training2 Comments
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Mental Health for Students and Young Adults

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Mental Health for Students and Young Adults: What is this crazy game called life? What on earth is going on?

Tagged adulthood, finances, mental health, Mental illness, money, Motivation, Success2 Comments
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World Mental Health Day & Thanksgiving

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

World Mental Health Day & Thanksgiving: A few of my thoughts on gratitude and the importance of expanding mental healthcare.

Tagged healthcare, thanksgiving, world mental health day2 Comments
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National Truth and Reconciliation Day

September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A commemorative piece for National Truth and Reconciliation Day; a day that shouldn't be exist, but tragically does, because of our actions.

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Life Death and Debt

September 26, 2021September 26, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

A little bit of life death and debt for your weekend...this post is too varied to explain. Read on and maybe YOU can think of a title.

Tagged death, debt, impulse, life, money, spending2 Comments
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The Flip-Side: Exercise

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here is an interesting flip-side exercise for converting weaknesses into strengths; a new perspective to encourage growth and a hopeful outlook.

Tagged Exercise, positive, reframe, strength, weaknesses2 Comments
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Art Gallery, My Take

World Suicide Prevention day – HOPE

September 10, 2021September 10, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Our very special tribute for World Suicide Prevention Day! Thank you to all who contributed...we are strong, we are courageous and we can survive this!

Tagged Art, friends, Hope, suicide prevention, support, survivors, World Suicide Prevention Day6 Comments
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Suicide Awareness Day: Urgent

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Please take the time to read this, your contribution could help save lives!

Tagged Helping someone else, mental health, Mental illness, suicide, suicide prevention, support9 Comments
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Tips for Maximizing Success in School

August 27, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here is a tip for maximizing success in school. Today I write about sharing your mental health struggles with teachers to ensure success and being on the same page.

Tagged communication, mental health, Mental illness, school, share, SuccessLeave a comment
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Up, Down and All Around

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 I Will Not BE My Mental Illness

Here's an update of my recent endeavours. Up Down and All Around pretty much sums it up! I'll let you in and share some tips and then I'd love to hear from YOU!

Tagged Choices, control, decision making, Life update3 Comments

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