For Michelle, daily life felt like a constant battle. Raising her 20-year-old daughter alone since she was two, she found herself trapped in an endless cycle of conflict, frustration, and heartache. No matter how hard she tried—parenting classes, books, strategies—anger and resentment kept building, and there was no support system to turn to. She felt [...]
Self-love is more than just a buzzword – it’s a vital part of maintaining positive mental health. Giving yourself compassion, rest, and understanding can help reduce stress, strengthen emotional resilience, and support overall wellbeing. Here are 5 empowering ways to start showing yourself the care you deserve.
FGWRC was founded more than 40 years ago. While some of our services may have changed to meet community needs, we remain grounded in our original vision to provide free supports and resources for women, children and, more recently, gender diverse people. None of what we do would be possible without you, our caring community. [...]
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Your help ensured that women, gender diverse individuals and children facing unimaginable challenges never had to face them alone - because your support kept our doors open and kept services free, accessible, and full of care.
The New Year is often a season of reflection and fresh starts. For me, it’s a reminder of just how far I’ve come — and of the organizations and people who made that journey possible. Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre was one of those places, and without them, my story could have ended very differently. [...]
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed can happen to the best of us. Whether you're at work, home with thekids, or out with friends, grounding yourself in the present moment can be a powerful tool for calmingyour mind and body. One effective method to achieve this is the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique. Let’sexplore how it works and how [...]
Here’s a simple, calming morning routine designed specifically to reduce anxiety: 🌅 Anti-Anxiety Morning Routine (10–20 minutes) 1. Gentle Wake-Up (1–2 minutes) Sit up slowly. Take 3 deep breaths before checking your phone. Stretch your arms, neck, and back lightly. 2. Grounding Breathwork (2 minutes) Try box breathing or 4-6 breathing: Inhale for 4 Exhale for 6 This activates the relaxation response and lowers morning [...]
A new year brings new goals – and sometimes a mountain of to-dos that can leave us feeling pulled in every direction. These 5 simple reflections can offer a quick way to slow down, reset, and move forward with a little more ease.
