When it comes to mental health, too many men are suffering in silence. MENtal Health: It’s Time to Talk tells the true stories of prairie men—including Chris Beaudry, former assistant coach of the Humboldt Broncos—who have persevered through various mental health challenges. Together, they put a voice to topics including masculinity, mental illness, addiction, sexual abuse, and suicide. These men speak out in raw honesty because they understand that the conversation doesn’t start until som...

A road map for healing … No one grows up wanting to have a mental illness or struggle with addiction. In the same way, no one grows up planning to become an international keynote speaker. Discover how one man was able to find his voice, and transform his greatest pain into his greatest purpose.

One of the biggest steps towards healing is the act of telling your story...Why is it that some individuals give up in the face of a challenge while others are able to rise above? While it is easier to give up, it is through your challenges that you are able to grow. These courageous, real-life stories are true examples of loss, pain and devastation. You will be taken through stories of addiction, abuse, domestic violence, and grief. As you feel the pain of each struggle, you will ...

Step out from the shadows. Perhaps you are personally being challenged by addictions, or maybe you find yourself in a situation where someone close to you is demonstrating the characteristics of an addict. As a parent, grandparent, friend, or employer, it is impossible to deny the impact of addictions. Are you experiencing a loss of control around your own substance use? Do you currently know a loved one who is struggling with addictions, self-injurious behaviours, or thoughts of suicide? ...

Goodbye stress, hello life ...We live in a fast-paced society with a seemingly endless list of demands. Life naturally brings its share of challenges and stress-the key is to move forward so that it doesn't impact other areas of your life. It has been said that the greatest challenge in life is discovering who we are. The next test is being happy with what we find. Drawing from personal and professional experiences, Allan inspires you to persevere through your personal challenges r...