Here’s something that a lot of us probably didn’t know about man’s best friend. They can help in getting us to feel more comfortable sharing about mental health issues.
This is exactly what this fascinating piece from Benefits Canada tackles. It’s called Mississauga’s New Canine Employee Helps Firefighters Talk About Mental Health.
It shares some insightful perspectives. Here’s one idea from, Tim Beckett, the fire chief himself that’s particularly thought-provoking:
It’s surprising how much of a difference a dog in the room makes, in terms of making people feel better, more relaxed and allowing a more open dialogue to happen.
Have a look at the full article for more fascinating insights.