Feeling isolated but unsure how to reconnect? Breaking isolation doesn’t require grand gestures, just small, human steps. From saying hello to a neighbor to asking open, sincere questions, this article explores five simple ways to gently rebuild meaningful connections and remind yourself that you belong.

You’re the person people turn to when they need someone to listen. It’s a gift to be trusted like that. But sometimes, the weight of others’ stories can leave you feeling drained and overwhelmed. How can you offer genuine support without losing yourself in the process? Discover practical ways to listen with care — while protecting your own emotional well-being.

There’s a kind of silence that soothes you, and another that weighs you down. Being alone doesn’t always mean feeling lonely — but sometimes, the line is thin between a solitude that nurtures… and loneliness that isolates and weakens you. How can you recognize the difference? Chosen Solitude: A Healthy Need  You feel the need […]

Listening isn’t always easy.Not because we don’t want to, but because listening takes more than silence.It takes attention, availability; sometimes even courage.And yet, human beings need to be heard. Not advised, not corrected, just… welcomed.When you truly listen to someone, you offer them a rare space.A space where they can exist without needing to defend […]

Do you know a volunteer who truly makes a difference in their community?Someone who acts with heart, empathy, and dedication? Nominate them for this award! Submission deadline: September 1, 2025. The award includes: The award recipient will be honoured at our TAM-TAM DON fundraising event on November 13, 2025, at the Mount Stephen, in the […]

Authentic human connection is a fundamental need. You feel it too — that deep desire to be understood, to be met, to be truly heard.  But in everyday life, real conversations are rare. The kind where you can say what truly matters. The kind where you feel safe. It’s an art — but it’s an art you can […]

Discover the journey of a devoted volunteer on Tel-Aide Montréal’s listening line. If you met Monique, you’d be struck by her joyful spirit, warm laughter… and quiet wisdom. After 46 years in Africa, she returned to Quebec with a deep belief: listening begins with respect. Today, as a Tel-Aide Montréal volunteer, she offers a gentle, humble presence — convinced that even a single conversation can open the door to a new beginning.

In June, during Men’s Health Month, it’s important to remind ourselves of this simple truth: men need to be heard too. And yet, for many men, opening up remains difficult. From a young age, they’re taught to “stay strong,” “tough it out,” and “deal with it alone.” In many environments, vulnerability is still seen as […]

Have you ever felt overwhelmed? Emotions running high, thoughts tangled, and no idea where to start? Then, after a real conversation—simple, sincere, free of judgment—everything feels a little clearer. You breathe easier. You feel less alone. And most importantly, you know what to do. That’s the power of empathetic listening. It’s not a luxury—it’s a […]

Province-wide access to free, confidential mental health support. One in five Quebecers struggles with mental health issues, yet many don’t know where to turn, especially English-speaking Quebecers, who often face limited access to resources in their language. To improve accessibility, Tel-Aide Montréal (TAM) is expanding its free, confidential, and anonymous active listening service to be […]