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What is the Ignition Program:
The Ignition Program offers post-secondary students a 10-week program that gives access to training, mentorship, resources, ecosystem connections and honorariums to support personal and business development. Students will be awarded $10 for each session they engage with!
What’s in this session:
In this insightful session, "How to Effectively Prioritize Your Mental Health," students will explore practical strategies for managing stress, enhancing well-being, and balancing academic and personal life. The session will cover the importance of mental health, recognizing the signs of burnout, and how to implement self-care routines that fit into a busy schedule. Attendees will learn techniques for setting boundaries, cultivating mindfulness, and seeking support when needed. This session is designed to help students understand that mental health is a key factor in academic success and overall happiness. By attending, students will gain valuable tools to prioritize their well-being and build resilience, ensuring they thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Speaker's Bio:
Keisha is an athlete, entrepreneur, innovator, and philanthropist who has a unique lived experience that emboldens her to disrupt status quo thinking by asking thoughtful and challenging questions, delivering meaningful solutions, and inspiring others to level-up the way they perceive the world. She is a first-generation graduate of Saint Mary’s University, with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (2012). Keisha is the co-founder of Starberry Drink Co and is the co-founder of Akwekon Enterprises Inc. - an innovation and consulting firm that builds equitable pathways for organizations, businesses, and their leadership. Keisha brings a differentiated set of strengths and two eyed perspectives to problem solving including strategic planning, equity and action, program development and innovation, corporate wellness coaching, assessment, and fostering collaborative and diverse energy between communities.