Ontario Society of Adlerian Psychology

Mindfulness for Children Are you interested in teaching your children or students mindfulness? Here are two short mindfulness activities based on the book Sitting Still Like A Frog. 2-Minute Mindfulness Meditation: ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5RkzsbaPiE&feature=youtu.be 5-Minute Mindfulness Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOckRqbCdG0&feature=youtu.be

Continuing with our celebration of Black History Month, we are sharing an article on the historic Black Canadian Communities Since 1996, the Government of Canada’s annual Black History Month campaign encourages Canadians to learn more about the Black experience in Canada. This brief overview documents some of the events that helped to shape the contributions of people of African and Caribbean descent to the settlement, growth and development of Canada. Learn More:... https://www.canada.ca//bla/historic-black-communities.html See more

Happy Birthday to Alfred Adler (Feb 7th) and Rudolf Dreikurs (Feb 8th)!

To celebrate Black History Month, we are sharing a list of noteworthy historical figures in Canadian society Biographies of some notable individuals who helped shape Canadian heritage and identity. Learn More:... https://www.canada.ca//black-history-/black-canadians.html See more

FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH Take some time to learn about and celebrate Black History in Canada. About Black History Month: ... During Black History Month, Canadians celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation it is today. LEARN MORE: https://www.canada.ca//cam/black-history-month/about.html

Learn: where to meditate, what to do with your body, how long, what to do during meditation and how often. Make Meditation a HABIT. ... Watch the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMMerxh_12U

Our last speaker for this conference will be Marion Balla, who will be talking about "Encouragement for Creating Positive Change." Marion is a senior Adlerian therapist, educator, and consultant. She is also a faculty member of the Adler Graduate Professional School in Toronto, Ontario. As a NASAP Diplomate of Adlerian Psychology, she has presented extensively on Adlerian psychology across North America and Europe. She is president of the Adlerian Counselling and Consulting ...Group in Ottawa. To get a glimpse of her eloquence and therapeutic expertise, check out this interview with her and Kathie Donovan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy3VPURNkpw

Our fourth speaker for the upcoming conference is Pascale Brady, who will be giving her talk called, "Resilience and Connection: Staying Sane in Insane Times." Pascale is the founder and President of Global Life Coaching LLC, is a Professional Certified life and business Coach, a consultant, and a trainer/speaker. With 30 years of professional experience in both the corporate world and as an entrepreneur, she has been an invaluable member of the Adlerian community. She is Fre...nch, German, and American, and works fluently in all three languages. To learn more about the incredible work she does, visit her website at https://thechallengecoach.com/

Next up, Bengu Erguner-Tekinalp will be presenting her talk entitled, "Heartfulness: Heart Centered Mindfulness for Deeper Connection." Dr. Erguner-Tekinalp is a professor of Counseling, co-chair of Leadership & Counseling department, and program coordinator of Counselor Education Program at Drake University. She also has a certificate in Adlerian studies. She is a Licensed School Counselor, Certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator and a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader.... Her research interests are Adlerian and humanistic theory and therapy, mindfulness and contemplative practices, positive psychology and multicultural counseling, and social justice. While she has published a lot of amazing research, we have linked an article available for download on developing inclusive school counselling programs for refugees: https://egrove.olemiss.edu/jcrp/vol2/iss1/6/

Our next speaker for the upcoming conference is Evan Ripley-McNeil, who will be presenting his talk entitled, "Can Social Interest Predict Well-Being? Promoting Connectedness." Evan is a recent psychology graduate from the University of Windsor and he is entering his first year in the Applied Social Psychology M.A./PhD program. Evan has research interests in elements of social life that improve the health and well-being of the community. He has also been involved in different mental health initiatives, with the goal of promoting and improving the mental wellness of others. We look forward to hearing Evan's insights on promoting connectedness!

For ONSAP's upcoming conference, our first speaker will be Dr. Brenda Restoule (Waub Zhe Kwens) presenting her talk entitled, "Teachings of First Nations: Hope, Belonging, Meaning and Purpose." Dr. Restoule is from Dokis First Nation (Ojibwa) and from the Eagle Clan. She is a clinical psychologist that offers direct clinical services to those in the Anishinabek territory. She is also a consultant in the area of Indigenous mental health, addictions, and mental wellness. Among... her many commitments, she continues to contribute to the community as the Chief Executive Officer of the First Peoples Wellness Circle. To get a glimpse of some of the work she's been involved with, check out this audio clip from CBC, where she discusses developing mental wellness programs for First Nations: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/2690546549

Today is International Suicide Prevention Day. ONSAP believes that it is important to have the right resources and support if you or a loved one is coping with thoughts of suicide. Feel free to use any of the resources provided below, or reach out to any resources provided by your local community. Mental Health Service Ontario Helpline: Call 1-866-531-2600... Crisis Services Canada Hotline: Call 833-456-4566 (available 24/7) or Text 45645 (available 4AM - 12PM ET). For locating local suicide prevention centres or bereavement support groups in Canada: https://suicideprevention.ca/need-help/ Big thank you to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (https://afsp.org/) for providing these images!

Interested in attending our conference this October? Let us know! Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing more information about the conference presentations and presenters. Stay tuned!

Save the date! ONSAP's annual conference is on Oct 3, 2020. We will be going virtual this year, so you can attend from the comfort of your home. We have a great list of speakers and presentations. The theme this year is celebrating belonging and connectedness.... For more information and to register: https://adlerontario.us16.list-manage.com/track/click We hope to see you there!

Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, expresses an Adlerian principle on the importance of human connection.

Giving back to your community is a great way to help achieve significance.

A positive mind can improve your health and well-being.

( , .., ): Courage is one of the most important traits to develop in children. A child cannot go forward without courage. Courage overcomes handicaps. The ability to encourage is the most powerful tool you will ever develop.... To allow a child to be of some help is probably the most encouraging move one can make in the child's development. Behavior isn’t caused by anything. It’s chosen to reach a goal. The behavior you see is not the problem. It’s the solution to a problem the child thinks he or she has. A child learns how to listen by being listened to. Punishment doesn’t teach a child to stop the behavior. It teaches the child to be more careful and not get caught. Source: http://www.bettyloubettner.com/resources.html

The International Committee of Adlerian Summer Schools and Institutes (ICASSI) has released videos from their virtual 2020 conference. Topics include democratic leadship by Dr. Karen John, early recollections by Dr. Rachel Shiffron, and social equality by Dr. Zivit Abramson. Make sure to check it out!

Take a moment to think about how you can do one or more of these things.

The practice of mindfulness can relax your body, mind and help with anxiety, depression, sleep difficuties and stress. Here are four simple ways you can include mindfulness in your day.

"...if the only tool you have is a hammer, to treat everything as if it were a nail. This article discusses the concept of psychological flexibility and its connections to Adlerian psychology, Gestalt therapy, and CBT. https://www.psychologytoday.com//psychological-flexibility

Congratulations to Hamid Alizadeh (one of ONSAP's Directors) on this achievement!

When humans being are connected, this creates a feeling of security, appreciation and embeddedness within our society; thus, it promotes acting in a cooperative way with mutual respect and equality. #socialinterest

Have you heard of Alyson Schafer's podcast "Parenting the Adlerian Way"? A new episode came out a few days ago on 20 ways to be an encouraging parent. Give it a listen! https://podcasts.google.com//YWI4MWFjYmMtMzk4MC00NjQ3LTk5Z... To look at other episodes from the podcast, visit here: https://podcasts.apple.com//parenting-the-adl/id1508655119

'In our discussions of topics such as racism, environmentalism, and immigration, we often neglect to discuss a key question: why should I care?' This 4 minute read discusses the importance of social community in creating meaning. Would highly recommend! https://medium.com//why-should-i-care-teachings-from-stoic

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! Thank you for the love and care you show your children and all that you do.