UpLift: Richmond, B.C. - Badge of Awesome

Enjoy a few laughs while revving up your resilience

No matter who you are, we all face stretches of stormy weather. UpLift is a one-of-a-kind wellness program designed to help you navigate those difficult times.

This webinar series was created by Josh Martin: a cancer survivor, author and regular guest facilitator for the Canadian Mental Health Association. In each of the modules below, you’ll find obstacle-busting advice and practical resources, drawing on lessons learned from life’s awesome and absurd moments.

Special thanks

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this resource possible!

Dr. Jenny Zhao, ND

Dr. Jenny is dedicated to providing inclusive, compassionate care with a focus on women’s health, digestive and mental wellbeing, preventative care, and skin health. She holds a biology degree from Queen’s University and graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Jenny is also trained in IV therapy, acupuncture, cosmetic neuromodulators, and has prescriptive authority. Book a complimentary Meet and Greet to explore how naturopathic medicine can enhance your health. Learn more.

A Life of Choice | Robyn McTague

Develop deeper self-awareness and transform your challenges into growth. With expertise in coaching, counselling, psychology, conflict resolution, the Enneagram, and meditation, I help you navigate life’s complexities with clarity and compassion.

Whether you’re facing personal struggles, relationship conflicts, or seeking greater resilience, my approach fosters deep understanding and practical change.

Discover new ways to manage emotions, build stronger connections, and embrace life’s challenges with confidence.

Book your complimentary exploration session today. Learn more.

Magnus Health and Wellness

Take a moment to relax, refresh, and revitalize! At Magnus Health and Wellness, our friendly team of knowledgeable practitioners provides client-focused care and contributes meaningfully to the community. Schedule a massage, physiotherapy, or acupuncture session to unwind, relieve pain, enhance mobility and strength, promote healing, or develop tools to support your well-being by participating in a therapeutic yoga session!

Visit us at 6011 Westminster Hwy in Richmond, and let’s work together to achieve your health and wellness goals! Discover more.

Sanela Jakovljev Counselling

Specialized Counselling for Chronic Pain Warriors and/or Neurodivergent Folks

Welcome to a space where being different is celebrated! I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 30 years of personal experience managing chronic pain. I specialize in supporting those navigating chronic pain and/or neurodivergence, helping you harness your brain’s ability to change. Together, we’ll explore your unique experiences, build resilience, and create a path toward a more fulfilling life. Let’s move beyond what feels impossible. Learn more.

Enjoy a free wellness webinar series

Lift up your inner awesomeness. Each self-directed module below features entertaining stories from my many misadventures, advice about tackling adversity and a collection of practical resources.

Module 1. Making your own luck: Lessons learned from a coin flip

Module 2. Improving adaptability: Lessons learned from an absurd Christmas tree

Module 3. Embracing teamwork: Lessons learned from a rogue haybale

Module 4. Leveraging tools: Lessons learned from a poorly chosen sledgehammer

Module 5. Learning humility: Lessons learned from a very brief career as a valet

Module 6. Failing forward: Lessons learned from banshee babies and buttered butts

Module 7. Avoiding shortcuts: Lessons learned from a giant backpack

Module 8. Redefining success: Lessons learned from an idiotic bet

Module 9. Letting go: Lessons learned from a gooey pit of clay

Module 10. Taking responsibility: Lessons learned from trying to catch a train

Module 11. Getting creative: Lessons learned from the toboggan hill

Module 12. Fuelling motivation: Lessons learned from sleeping in a barn

Module 13. Handing over control: Lessons learned from riding in a shopping cart

Module 14. Practising gratitude: Lessons learned from a very special list

Module 15. Prioritizing self-care: Lessons learned from a surprise birthday celebration

Module 16. Creating lasting change: Lessons learned from life’s awesome and absurd moments

Celebrate local difference-makers

As Mr. Rogers said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” And throughout Richmond, you’ll find wonderful community organizations doing exactly that, stepping up to make a positive difference. Here are a few that we think deserve a Badge of Awesome.

Richmond Food Bank Society

Making sure there’s food on every table.

Richmond House Emergency Shelter

Providing sanctuary in times of need.

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver

Building a stronger community, one relationship at a time.

Richmond Hospital Foundation

Ensuring you have quality care when you need it most.

Habitat For Humanity Greater Vancouver

Building homes and hope for a brighter future.

Richmond Animal Shelter

Caring for our furry friends.

Local resources directory

Looking for a helping hand? Whatever obstacle you’re facing, you’ll find all kinds of therapists, physical health experts and other wellness practitioners in the Richmond, B.C. area. Here’s just a sampling.

8th Element Yoga

ABLE Developmental Clinic

Active Massage Therapy Clinic

Adrien Ip @ Heilios Traditional Chinese Medicine

Alaa Kornah Counselling Therapy

Anchor Counselling & Wellness

Annelisa Dey Thomas Counselling

Apex The Gym

Atomic Fitness

Brittany MacCartney MCP RCC

Broad Places Counselling

Broadmoor Chiropractic Massage Naturopathy