My Story
We Are Individuals »My name is Kim, and this is my story.
I have been a teacher for many years. I have taught students of all ages ranging from age 3 to age 83. I have also taught a vast range of courses through the years.
I am a firm believer in life-long learning. Over the years, I have worked hard to receive a Bachelor of Education Degree, with one of my disciplines (my Minor) being Art. I have also studied Landscape Design and Interior Design, receiving diplomas in both areas of study.
As my life changed over time (because of January 28, 2018, in particular) my interest and thirst for more knowledge in the area of Mental Health (mainly depression and anxiety) evolved, which led me towards receiving certificates in Jin Shin Jyutsu, Access Bars, and Simpson Protocol Hypnosis, and I also became a Consulting Hypnotist. As well, my studies include a diploma in Crystal Healing and a diploma in Aromatherapy.
How It All Started
On January 28, 2018, our lives (my family’s, friends’, and community’s) were changed forever. My heart has now been pulled towards a different approach to teaching (through writing blogs, creating Art Therapy YouTube videos, and doing a few presentations). I am now using blogs as one way of healing by sharing information about Mental Health, and also creating YouTube videos on Art therapy. I will continue to add new blogs and videos as I learn about other Mental Health modalities, therapies, and art ideas. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, where my daughter and niece will keep everyone updated.
I am also a board member and the founder of the charity Speaking Through C.R.A.I.G. – Solutions Inc. This charity puts on a FREE M.E. Day event every November. You can learn more about it by going to www.meday.ca
My new mission and life’s journey (along with my family’s help) is changing the world one day at a time by encouraging everyone to experience the shift. The shift of learning to be proactive instead of reactive when it come to one’s mental health.
When we lost our son Craig to suicide, it was a shock. We knew he struggled with anxiety and that he was going through a time of depression after his girlfriend broke up with him in the spring of 2017, but he was getting help. He was on medication to help him through his challenging time… and it was helping at first. What we did not know was that he had met a girl on a dating site on August 28, 2017, and that he had become a victim of a romance scam. We did not find this information out until he had passed, and we got into his cell phone and bank accounts.
This website is called We Are Individuals because when it comes to mental health… what works for one person may not work for another person. We are each unique individuals; therefore, we each require our own unique mental health team.
I know I cannot bring my son back, and I know I cannot change what happened to him, but I can help others learn more about the help that is available. Often Western medicine is not enough. A lot of times you need a bigger team (a variety of options) to get you through tough times. Please be proactive and not reactive when it comes to your mental health. There is help out there. Take the time to learn about the different types of help. This information is not only important for you… but it could also help a loved one.
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Our Logo
Each part of our logo has meaning and symbolism. Scroll through below to learn the meaning and symbolism behind each part.
Dandelion Head
Making a wish.
Yellow Butterfly
Represents a loved one in Heaven making a presence on earth. The colour yellow symbolizes suicide.
Lady Bug
When you see a Lady Bug it is a sign of Good Luck and encouragement sent from Heaven.
Lime Green Wording
This colour represents ALL mental illness.
Semi-Colon
Mental Illness Symbol representing that mental illness can be a pause, but it does not have to be the end of your story.
Our Business Card
The meaning behind the graphics. The dark cloud and the light shining through on the front of our business card represents….that even in darkness there is always a glimmer of light…light representing (HOPE…a Shift).
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