Communication in relationships allows you to express your experiences and needs, fostering connection. First responders, such as firefighters, are at a higher risk of developing behavioral health conditions, including depression and PTSD. They also have a higher rate of divorce compared to the general population.

Kristal DeSantis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Austin, Texas, specializes in relationships, trauma work, and sex therapy. She focuses on supporting first responder couples and addressing men's issues, offering a unique therapeutic approach grounded in understanding male psychology. Kristal has developed The STRONG model of Relational Therapy, integrating trauma-informed and attachment-based methods. Her book, "STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man," provides practical guidance for navigating contemporary relationships. Kristal advocates for men's mental health through training, consulting, writing, and public speaking. Her expertise has been featured in publications like Newsweek, HuffPost, The Good Men Project, and Time. She also appears on podcasts discussing masculinity, mental health, and relationships.

For more information, visit https://www.strong.love/.

To get the book, visit https://www.amazon.ca/STRONG-Relationship-Field-Guide-Modern-ebook/dp/B0BX1FVWQQ.

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According to the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability (CSD), 27% of Canadians aged 15 years and older (8.0 million people) have one or more disabilities that limit their daily activities. Employment is important for individuals with disabilities as it provides economic self-sufficiency, a platform to use their skills, and increased engagement in community life.

Research by Deloitte has shown that companies with inclusive cultures are eight times more likely to achieve better business outcomes, which are closely tied to employee performance and productivity. The success of businesses depends on the success of their employees, and employee satisfaction is crucial for productivity and success.

Lisa Kelly is a business manager for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. With extensive experience in business development, program management, training, and workforce development, I am a passionate advocate for a prosperous Ontario. My role involves reaching out to organizations to promote the benefits of joining the 'indispensable partner of business' network of over 60,000 businesses, organizations, and associations across the province. The OCC focuses on advancing policy priorities and recommendations to the government on policies that affect the province's businesses and communities. The OCC engages in ongoing discussions across various policy areas such as health, energy, sustainability, AI, workforce development, economic reconciliation, and infrastructure policy.

On a more personal note, inclusion is a business imperative. It contributes to productivity and a healthy culture. Diversity in our workforce provides unique perspectives and helps us identify and remove barriers for customers and employees. It drives innovation and makes our workplaces better.

For more information: https://discoverability.network/#open-modal

Email: lisakelly@occ.ca

Over 100 million people in the U.S. have some form of liver disease. 4.5 million U.S. adults (1.8%) have been diagnosed with liver disease. However, it is estimated that 80-100 million adults in the U.S. have fatty liver disease, and many are unaware that they have it, according to the American Liver Foundation.

Dr. Garrett Smith is a Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD) in Arizona and is known as the Nutrition Detective. He is the world's leading expert on vitamin A toxicity and detoxification, as well as the health paradigm-shifting Toxic Bile Theory. Dr. Smith specializes in applying science, logic, and practical approaches to topics like detoxification and nutrition, while making challenging concepts understandable for the layperson. He hosts the weekly Love Your Liver Livestream on YouTube and is the creator of the do-it-yourself health recovery Love Your Liver program.

As a child, Dr. Smith was interested in health topics early on. He started lifting weights at home at age 11, which led him to an interest in nutrition. Over the years, he has explored nearly all major health and disease approaches such as candida, toxic metals, carnivore, vegetarian, functional medicine, herbs, orthomolecular supplements, homeopathy, and more. Dr. Smith has taken what was valuable from each of those approaches and left the rest behind. He has personally experienced negative health effects from many of those approaches. Now, through the Toxic Bile Theory, he is able to explain to people why certain things made them feel better, why certain things made them feel worse, and what they should do now. He has personally addressed his own health issues, such as psoriasis, prostate, urinary issues, and chronic insomnia, and aims to help others figure out the root causes of their health issues and find solutions to overcome them.

For more information: https://nutritiondetective.com/

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