Editors Advise: Mental Health and Editing

In this series, editors share their experiences, insights, and tips on the practical aspects of working as an editor. In some of our previous โ€œEditors Adviseโ€ instalments, our contributors have shared their thoughts on various topics, including advice for newer editors and language and style. For this edition, three editors share their experiences on mental … Continue reading Editors Advise: Mental Health and Editing

7 Tips for Self-Management During an Unexpected Career Disruptionย 

by Stephanie Edwards Photo byย Emma Simpsonย onย Unsplash When we least expect it, we can be hit with something that disrupts our career. It may be getting let go from a job, losing a major client, or any number of events that can result in a significant bump to our career. Despite our best intentions, itโ€™s often … Continue reading 7 Tips for Self-Management During an Unexpected Career Disruptionย 

7 Tips for Self-Care During Isolation and Social Distancing

by Natalia Iwanek As calls for isolation due to the threat of COVID-19 escalate, I find myself fielding inquiries about how to handle this situation. Although I cannot claim any sort of expertise, my freelance career and health issues have given me a fair bit of practical knowledge. Although their seclusion may not be as … Continue reading 7 Tips for Self-Care During Isolation and Social Distancing

Sound Mind: A Celebration of Mindfulness and Mental Health through Fiction, Memoir, and Music

When: Thursday, March 28, 7:30โ€“9:30 PM Where: Room 1050, Earth Sciences Centre, 33 Willcocks St., University of Toronto Important notice: This monthโ€™s program meeting will take place on Thursday, March 28, not on our usual date of the fourth Tuesday of the month. Please mark your calendars. The location is also different this month as … Continue reading Sound Mind: A Celebration of Mindfulness and Mental Health through Fiction, Memoir, and Music

Maintaining mental health while working in isolation

By Shara Love There is little that I despise more than going out in crowds, especially at this time of year. With sub-zero temperatures, mounds of snow at every turn, and traffic everywhere, nothing sounds better to me than staying home and cozying up on a comfy sofa with a cup of coffee and a … Continue reading Maintaining mental health while working in isolation