Set some goals and go for it! This version of Tree of Life is offered in three languages - Inuktitut, French and English.
Understanding the Issue
See the landscape. See yourself. Using this interactive tool you will increase awareness and develop a new understanding. Self reflection empowers a person to make wise choices.Thank you to Bonnie, Ellie and Mary, volunteers who provided translation and audio for this tool. Special thanks to National Aboriginal Health Organization for your guidance and leadership in the development of this tool, ensuring its cultural relevance.
Funding provided by the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Mental Health Commission of Canada is funded by Health Canada
Game Strategy
Using an analogy of a tree, people are empowered to view themselves as an connected part of the surrounding environment, the earth and sky.The tool prompts you to type answers to questions. Then you can print your answers to have a paper reminder of your plans for thriving.
Key Messages
1. Growth comes from within each of us, from the earth and the people who share their wisdom and from our communities.2. We each have unique strengths and talents or gifts
3. Recognize and acknowledge your goals
4. Make a plan to reach out to your dreams
5. When you are stressed out and aren't sure what to do take some time to review the information on the page to remind yourself that you have a plan and that you're not alone.
Tech Tips
1. You'll need high speed Internet access ready for the session.2. Preview this tool prior to client's appointment time at www.mindyourmindpro.ca.
3. Familiarize yourself with navigation of www.mindyourmind.ca.
4. Use the tool with client(s) on mindyourmind.ca. This encourages clients to revisit the site after and between sessions. mindyourmind.ca is an accessible, powerful resource.
5. You'll need a printer, and speakers for many tools and games.
6. You'll need Adobe Flash Player for many games and tools available from the Adobe website.