Mind over Matter (pathways to emotional wellness) by Sophia Ali

Details

• all ages are welcome
• once every month from August- December
• light breakfast will be provided
• Presenter: Sr. Sophia Ali

Sessions: 1:30pm - 2:45pm @ Waverley Grand Mosque

Aug 17: Our Feelings and Emotions
Feelings and emotions and how they change, how do we manage them in a healthy way.

September 7: Change
Embracing change, seasons of change in our life.

Oct 19:  Forgiveness
Importance to forgiveness, why is it hard to do. Impact on our mental health and wellbeing. 

Nov 16: Self Compassion
Importance, how it has been undermined by the generation, how we need more of it as we age. 

Dec 7: Gratitude and positive thinking
Importance, the science behind it, impacts on our mental health, challenges.

About the Presenter

Born and raised in Winnipeg, MB Treaty 1 Territory, Sophia Ali is a second generation immigrant and a distinguished woman leader. Currently serving as the Executive Director at Manitoba Alliance of Health Regulatory Colleges, Sophia brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. 

Additionally, Sophia runs her private practice, Wisdom Speaks Counselling & Consulting, leveraging her background as a Registered Social Worker. Her diverse educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Bachelor of Social Work, and a Master’s in Business Administration. 

Beyond her professional role, she also contributes to academia as a faculty member at both the University of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba. 

Sophia is a board member of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Institute of Corporate Directors- MB Branch, St Boniface Archdiocese Safe Church Committee and the Manitoba Islamic Association Mental Health Initiative.